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Best BJJ Gyms in Asheville, NC (2026)

Last updated July 2026 · ranked by student review count

Asheville has 7 Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu gyms in our directory with 623 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. Rogue Combat Club 10th Planet Jiu Jitsu Asheville

    271reviews

    With 271 student reviews — the most of any gym in Asheville— it tops this year's list. Located at 1085 Tunnel Rd #206. Classes run 6 days a week. See hours, reviews & contact info →

  2. Speakeasy Jiu-Jitsu & Wrestling Academy

    120reviews

    120 students have reviewed this academy. Located at 640 Merrimon Ave UNIT 201. Classes run 5 days a week. See hours, reviews & contact info →

  3. Parabellum Jiu Jitsu MMA Academy

    94reviews

    94 students have reviewed this academy. Located at 582 Hendersonville Rd. Classes run 6 days a week. See hours, reviews & contact info →

  4. Gracie Barra Asheville

    71reviews

    71 students have reviewed this academy. Located at 347 New Leicester Hwy a. Classes run 6 days a week. See hours, reviews & contact info →

  5. Open Source Jiu-Jitsu

    62reviews

    62 students have reviewed this academy. Located at 357 Gorman Bridge Rd. Classes run 5 days a week. See hours, reviews & contact info →

  6. Self Ascension Center & Jiu Jitsu

    3reviews

    3 students have reviewed this academy. Located at 1 Kenilworth Knolls UNIT 4. See hours, reviews & contact info →

  7. Modern Samurai Brazilian Jiu Jitsu

    2reviews

    2 students have reviewed this academy. Located at 38 Rosscraggon Rd F. 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 Asheville or read what to expect in your first class.