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Best BJJ Gyms in Brownsville, TX (2026)

Last updated July 2026 · ranked by student review count

Brownsville has 15 Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu gyms in our directory with 573 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. Ground Savage Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu

    308reviews

    With 308 student reviews — the most of any gym in Brownsville— it tops this year's list. Located at 1601 E Price Rd Ste 1621. Classes run 5 days a week. See hours, reviews & contact info →

  2. Gracie Humaita Jiu-jitsu in Brownsville

    69reviews

    69 students have reviewed this academy. Located at 2310 N Expressway 83. Classes run 6 days a week. See hours, reviews & contact info →

  3. Newaza Jiu-Jitsu Academy

    49reviews

    49 students have reviewed this academy. Located at 3381 E Ruben M Torres Blvd Suite F. Classes run 6 days a week. See hours, reviews & contact info →

  4. The Waves Jiu Jitsu Academy

    47reviews

    47 students have reviewed this academy. Located at 3230 Pablo Kisel Blvd #105. Classes run 7 days a week. See hours, reviews & contact info →

  5. Smash Brazilian Jiu Jitsu

    39reviews

    39 students have reviewed this academy. Located at 4414 Paredes Line Rd. See hours, reviews & contact info →

  6. Anzelone Jiu-Jitsu

    25reviews

    25 students have reviewed this academy. Located at 995 W Ruben M Torres Sr Blvd. Classes run 5 days a week. See hours, reviews & contact info →

  7. Iron Side Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu

    16reviews

    16 students have reviewed this academy. Located at 1180 Robinhood Dr. Classes run 5 days a week. See hours, reviews & contact info →

  8. Armas Brazilian Jiujitsu

    13reviews

    13 students have reviewed this academy. Located at 624 Frontage Rd suite10. Classes run 5 days a week. See hours, reviews & contact info →

  9. Armadura Jiu-Jitsu

    4reviews

    4 students have reviewed this academy. Located at 488 Regal Row STE 105. See hours, reviews & contact info →

  10. Garcia Brazillian Jiu Jitsu

    2reviews

    2 students have reviewed this academy. Located at 815A Paredes Line Rd. 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 15 gyms in Brownsville or read what to expect in your first class.