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Best BJJ Gyms in Charlotte, NC (2026)

Last updated July 2026 · ranked by student review count

Charlotte has 13 Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu gyms in our directory with 646 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. Alliance Jiu Jitsu Lucas Lepri | Charlotte

    200reviews

    With 200 student reviews — the most of any gym in Charlotte— it tops this year's list. Located at 9129 Monroe Rd #140. Classes run 6 days a week. See hours, reviews & contact info →

  2. Charlotte Jiu-Jitsu Academy

    143reviews

    143 students have reviewed this academy. Located at 2508 N Davidson St. Classes run 7 days a week. See hours, reviews & contact info →

  3. Arte Suave Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Academy Charlotte

    96reviews

    96 students have reviewed this academy. Located at 13340 S Point Blvd. Classes run 6 days a week. See hours, reviews & contact info →

  4. Gracie Barra Charlotte Jiu - Jitsu & Self Defense

    79reviews

    79 students have reviewed this academy. Located at 4128 South Blvd unit B-2. Classes run 6 days a week. See hours, reviews & contact info →

  5. Brazilian Top Team Charlotte

    61reviews

    61 students have reviewed this academy. Located at 2208 W Morehead St. Classes run 6 days a week. See hours, reviews & contact info →

  6. ATOS JIU JITSU Of CHARLOTTE

    26reviews

    26 students have reviewed this academy. Located at 11108 S Tryon St. Classes run 5 days a week. See hours, reviews & contact info →

  7. Mindset BJJ Academy (Marlon Loor Vera)

    16reviews

    16 students have reviewed this academy. Located at 705 International Dr. Classes run 5 days a week. See hours, reviews & contact info →

  8. Queen City Jiu Jitsu

    15reviews

    15 students have reviewed this academy. Located at 8173 Ardrey Kell Rd. See hours, reviews & contact info →

  9. Renzo Gracie Charlotte

    10reviews

    10 students have reviewed this academy. Located at 9928 S Tryon St. See hours, reviews & contact info →

  10. Alliance Jiu Jitsu of Charlotte Inc.

    Located at 1607 Montford Dr. 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 13 gyms in Charlotte or read what to expect in your first class.