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Best BJJ Gyms in Staten Island, NY (2026)

Last updated July 2026 · ranked by student review count

Staten Island has 8 Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu gyms in our directory with 431 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. Codella Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Academy

    131reviews

    With 131 student reviews — the most of any gym in Staten Island— it tops this year's list. Located at 3755 Victory Blvd. Classes run 7 days a week. See hours, reviews & contact info →

  2. Staten Island Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu/MMA

    119reviews

    119 students have reviewed this academy. Located at 1230 Castleton Ave. Classes run 7 days a week. See hours, reviews & contact info →

  3. Staten Island Judo Jujitsu Dojo

    63reviews

    63 students have reviewed this academy. Located at 10 Nassau Pl. Classes run 7 days a week. See hours, reviews & contact info →

  4. Dento Teki Na Judo & Jujitsu Dojo

    48reviews

    48 students have reviewed this academy. Located at 3801 Victory Blvd Suite G. Classes run 7 days a week. See hours, reviews & contact info →

  5. Castle Brazilian Jiu Jitsu

    24reviews

    24 students have reviewed this academy. Located at 1595 Forest Ave. Classes run 7 days a week. See hours, reviews & contact info →

  6. Renzo Gracie Staten Island

    19reviews

    19 students have reviewed this academy. Located at 4349 Hylan Blvd. Classes run 6 days a week. See hours, reviews & contact info →

  7. Richmond County Jiu-Jitsu

    17reviews

    17 students have reviewed this academy. Located at 2000 Hylan Blvd Suite 2R. Classes run 7 days a week. See hours, reviews & contact info →

  8. Richmond County BJJ - Renzo Gracie Affiliation

    10reviews

    10 students have reviewed this academy. Located at 2000 Hylan Blvd 2ND FLOOR. Classes run 6 days a week. 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 8 gyms in Staten Island or read what to expect in your first class.