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Best BJJ Gyms in Grand Rapids, MI (2026)

Last updated July 2026 · ranked by student review count

Grand Rapids has 9 Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu gyms in our directory with 657 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. Carlson Gracie Grand Rapids Bjj Jiu-jitsu

    333reviews

    With 333 student reviews — the most of any gym in Grand Rapids— it tops this year's list. Located at 2035 28th St SE suit U. Classes run 7 days a week. See hours, reviews & contact info →

  2. Daniel Gracie Grand Rapids

    215reviews

    215 students have reviewed this academy. Located at 351 Summer Ave NW. Classes run 7 days a week. See hours, reviews & contact info →

  3. 10th Planet Jiu Jitsu Grand Rapids

    38reviews

    38 students have reviewed this academy. Located at 6798 Old 28th St SE. Classes run 6 days a week. See hours, reviews & contact info →

  4. Grand Rapids Brazilian Jiu Jitsu

    30reviews

    30 students have reviewed this academy. Located at 5253 Division Ave S. See hours, reviews & contact info →

  5. Unity Jiu Jitsu Grand Rapids

    23reviews

    23 students have reviewed this academy. Located at 6504 28th St SE. Classes run 6 days a week. See hours, reviews & contact info →

  6. Vanguard Brazilian Jiu Jitsu

    18reviews

    18 students have reviewed this academy. Located at 5258 Plainfield Ave NE ste a. See hours, reviews & contact info →

  7. Better World BJJ

    Located at 5258 Plainfield Ave NE Ste B & C. See hours, reviews & contact info →

  8. Open Mat Jiu-Jitsu

    Located at 3808 Division Ave S. See hours, reviews & contact info →

  9. Ribeiro Jiu Jitsu Grand Rapids

    Located at 3150 Plainfield Ave NE. 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 9 gyms in Grand Rapids or read what to expect in your first class.