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Best BJJ Gyms in Philadelphia, PA (2026)

Last updated July 2026 · ranked by student review count

Philadelphia has 23 Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu gyms in our directory with 1,521 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. SAS Philadelphia Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu

    235reviews

    With 235 student reviews — the most of any gym in Philadelphia— it tops this year's list. Located at 2137 E Huntingdon St Suite W1100. Classes run 7 days a week. See hours, reviews & contact info →

  2. The Jiu Jitsu Company

    192reviews

    192 students have reviewed this academy. Located at 31 S 2nd St 2nd floor Unit C-5. Classes run 7 days a week. See hours, reviews & contact info →

  3. Logic Jiu Jitsu, Muay Thai, & Martial Arts

    167reviews

    167 students have reviewed this academy. Located at 1360 N American St. Classes run 5 days a week. See hours, reviews & contact info →

  4. Daniel Gracie Jiu-Jitsu

    140reviews

    140 students have reviewed this academy. Located at 2301 N Front St 1st Floor. Classes run 6 days a week. See hours, reviews & contact info →

  5. Philadelphia Jiu-Jitsu

    118reviews

    118 students have reviewed this academy. Located at 1760 Barbara St. Classes run 7 days a week. See hours, reviews & contact info →

  6. Shorty's Brazilian Jiu Jitsu

    117reviews

    117 students have reviewed this academy. Located at 4542 Baltimore Ave 2nd Fl. Classes run 6 days a week. See hours, reviews & contact info →

  7. Martinez BJJ Fitness Center

    84reviews

    84 students have reviewed this academy. Located at 3511 Cottman Ave. Classes run 7 days a week. See hours, reviews & contact info →

  8. Balance Studios HQ: Gracie Jiu-Jitsu & Muay Thai

    79reviews

    79 students have reviewed this academy. Located at 1314 Frankford Ave. Classes run 7 days a week. See hours, reviews & contact info →

  9. Balance Studios: Gracie Jiu-Jitsu & Muay Thai

    71reviews

    71 students have reviewed this academy. Located at 2100 Chestnut St 2nd floor. Classes run 7 days a week. See hours, reviews & contact info →

  10. Royal StriKing Muay Thai & BJJ

    57reviews

    57 students have reviewed this academy. Located at 2013 S 20th St. 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 23 gyms in Philadelphia or read what to expect in your first class.