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Best BJJ Gyms in Indianapolis, IN (2026)

Last updated July 2026 · ranked by student review count

Indianapolis has 15 Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu gyms in our directory with 417 student reviews between them. The ranking below is simple and honest: gyms ordered by how many students have reviewed them — a strong proxy for community size and staying power. Review counts come from public listings and refresh regularly. Always take a free trial class before committing; here's what to look for.

  1. Champlin Jiu-Jitsu Academy

    64reviews

    With 64 student reviews — the most of any gym in Indianapolis— it tops this year's list. Located at 6935 Lake Plaza Dr Suite B7-B9. Classes run 7 days a week. See hours, reviews & contact info →

  2. Indy Boxing and Grappling

    64reviews

    64 students have reviewed this academy. Located at 4903 E 23rd St. Classes run 6 days a week. See hours, reviews & contact info →

  3. Indianapolis Jiu Jitsu Coach - BJJ Academy

    58reviews

    58 students have reviewed this academy. Located at 4967 S Emerson Ave. Classes run 6 days a week. See hours, reviews & contact info →

  4. New Wave Jiu Jitsu

    48reviews

    48 students have reviewed this academy. Located at 6609 E 82nd St Suite A. Classes run 6 days a week. See hours, reviews & contact info →

  5. Naptown Brazilian Jiu Jitsu and Boxing LLC.

    42reviews

    42 students have reviewed this academy. Located at 500 N Meridian St #10B. Classes run 6 days a week. See hours, reviews & contact info →

  6. Chris Howe Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu

    38reviews

    38 students have reviewed this academy. Located at 5635 W 96th St Ste 250. Classes run 6 days a week. See hours, reviews & contact info →

  7. True Grit BJJ

    30reviews

    30 students have reviewed this academy. Located at 12110 US-36. Classes run 6 days a week. See hours, reviews & contact info →

  8. SoBro Brazilian Jiu Jitsu @ SobeFit

    23reviews

    23 students have reviewed this academy. Located at 1134 E 54th St Studio B1. Classes run 6 days a week. See hours, reviews & contact info →

  9. Big Gorilla Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu

    15reviews

    15 students have reviewed this academy. Located at 5002 Madison Ave u1. See hours, reviews & contact info →

  10. 10th Planet Jiu Jitsu Indianapolis

    13reviews

    13 students have reviewed this academy. Located at 10202 E Washington St Suite 124. See hours, reviews & contact info →

How this ranking works

We rank by verified student review counts rather than editorial opinion — more reviews generally means a bigger, longer-running community. It's a starting point, not a verdict: the right gym for you depends on schedule, location, coaching style, and culture. Browse all 15 gyms in Indianapolis or read what to expect in your first class.