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Best BJJ Gyms in Jersey City, NJ (2026)

Last updated July 2026 · ranked by student review count

Jersey City has 7 Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu gyms in our directory with 739 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. Studio 1908 Jiu Jitsu by Miyao Brothers

    302reviews

    With 302 student reviews — the most of any gym in Jersey City— it tops this year's list. Located at 460 Grand St Ground Floor. Classes run 7 days a week. See hours, reviews & contact info →

  2. Procel Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu

    162reviews

    162 students have reviewed this academy. Located at 189 Brunswick St. Classes run 6 days a week. See hours, reviews & contact info →

  3. TRA - Jiu Jitsu

    122reviews

    122 students have reviewed this academy. Located at 372 9th St UNIT B. Classes run 6 days a week. See hours, reviews & contact info →

  4. Renzo Gracie Jersey City

    66reviews

    66 students have reviewed this academy. Located at 2815 John F. Kennedy Blvd. See hours, reviews & contact info →

  5. Unity Jiu Jitsu Jersey City

    65reviews

    65 students have reviewed this academy. Located at 660 Grand St. Classes run 7 days a week. See hours, reviews & contact info →

  6. Mundo BJJ

    22reviews

    22 students have reviewed this academy. Located at 52 Graham St. Classes run 7 days a week. See hours, reviews & contact info →

  7. Universal Ju Jitsu RYU

    Located at 107 Gates Ave. 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 7 gyms in Jersey City or read what to expect in your first class.