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Best BJJ Gyms in Rapid City, SD (2026)

Last updated July 2026 · ranked by student review count

Rapid City has 5 Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu gyms in our directory with 150 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. Black Hills Brazilian Jiu Jitsu

    106reviews

    With 106 student reviews — the most of any gym in Rapid City— it tops this year's list. Located at 3325 W Main St. Classes run 6 days a week. See hours, reviews & contact info →

  2. Rushmore Ju-Jitsu

    21reviews

    21 students have reviewed this academy. Located at 311 E Saint Patrick St. Classes run 3 days a week. See hours, reviews & contact info →

  3. Rapid City Brazilian Jiu Jitsu

    15reviews

    15 students have reviewed this academy. Located at 101b New York St. Classes run 5 days a week. See hours, reviews & contact info →

  4. Bujin Ki Ryu JuJitsu

    7reviews

    7 students have reviewed this academy. Located at 2200 N Maple Ave Suite 115. Classes run 5 days a week. See hours, reviews & contact info →

  5. Team Mica of SD BJJ

    1reviews

    1 students have reviewed this academy. Located at 105 New York St. 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 5 gyms in Rapid City or read what to expect in your first class.