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Best BJJ Gyms in Raleigh, NC (2026)

Last updated July 2026 · ranked by student review count

Raleigh has 13 Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu gyms in our directory with 619 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. Gracie Raleigh

    171reviews

    With 171 student reviews — the most of any gym in Raleigh— it tops this year's list. Located at 1609 Old Louisburg Rd. Classes run 6 days a week. See hours, reviews & contact info →

  2. Royce Gracie Jiu Jitsu Academy of Raleigh

    146reviews

    146 students have reviewed this academy. Located at 3647 Trust Dr. Classes run 5 days a week. See hours, reviews & contact info →

  3. Raleigh Brazilian Jiujitsu and Muay Thai

    68reviews

    68 students have reviewed this academy. Located at Entrance around back of building. Right side!, 3501 Spring Forest Rd. Classes run 5 days a week. See hours, reviews & contact info →

  4. IRONGRIP Brazilian Jiu Jitsu

    67reviews

    67 students have reviewed this academy. Located at 731 W Hargett St. Classes run 5 days a week. See hours, reviews & contact info →

  5. ATOS BRAZILIAN JIU JITSU RALEIGH

    54reviews

    54 students have reviewed this academy. Located at 2720 Lake Wheeler Rd Suite 107. Classes run 4 days a week. See hours, reviews & contact info →

  6. Endeavor Martial Arts - Gracie Brier Creek

    34reviews

    34 students have reviewed this academy. Located at 10251 Little Brier Creek Ln #107. Classes run 6 days a week. See hours, reviews & contact info →

  7. The Jiu-Jitsu Exchange

    32reviews

    32 students have reviewed this academy. Located at 8813 Gulf Ct Unit I. Classes run 6 days a week. See hours, reviews & contact info →

  8. Oak City Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu

    22reviews

    22 students have reviewed this academy. Located at 5655 Western Blvd. See hours, reviews & contact info →

  9. DAGR Submission Fighting Institute - Jiu Jitsu & MMA

    15reviews

    15 students have reviewed this academy. Located at 5563 Western Blvd Suite 12. Classes run 4 days a week. See hours, reviews & contact info →

  10. Gracie Jiu-Jitsu North Raleigh

    5reviews

    5 students have reviewed this academy. Located at 6320 Capital Blvd #109. Classes run 7 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 13 gyms in Raleigh or read what to expect in your first class.