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Best BJJ Gyms in Jacksonville, NC (2026)

Last updated July 2026 · ranked by student review count

Jacksonville has 8 Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu gyms in our directory with 233 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. Twisted Kraken Jiu Jitsu

    65reviews

    With 65 student reviews — the most of any gym in Jacksonville— it tops this year's list. Located at 232 Wilmington Hwy. Classes run 5 days a week. See hours, reviews & contact info →

  2. Adjust Jiu-Jitsu Academy

    46reviews

    46 students have reviewed this academy. Located at 1368 Piney Green Rd #9. Classes run 5 days a week. See hours, reviews & contact info →

  3. Alliance Jiu Jitsu Richlands

    37reviews

    37 students have reviewed this academy. Located at 3430 Richlands Hwy. Classes run 6 days a week. See hours, reviews & contact info →

  4. Black Tie Jiu Jitsu Jacksonville,NC

    29reviews

    29 students have reviewed this academy. Located at 246 Ramsey Rd. Classes run 6 days a week. See hours, reviews & contact info →

  5. Blackheart Jiu Jitsu

    21reviews

    21 students have reviewed this academy. Located at Shopping Ctr, 116 Branchwood Dr. Classes run 6 days a week. See hours, reviews & contact info →

  6. Grappling Disciples Jiu Jitsu

    19reviews

    19 students have reviewed this academy. Located at 201 Country Club Rd G. Classes run 4 days a week. See hours, reviews & contact info →

  7. The Factory Jiu-jitsu

    16reviews

    16 students have reviewed this academy. Located at 925 N Marine Blvd. Classes run 5 days a week. See hours, reviews & contact info →

  8. Military Outreach of Judo and Ju-Jitsu Organization

    Located at 1601 NC-24 B. 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 Jacksonville or read what to expect in your first class.