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Best BJJ Gyms in Houston, TX (2026)

Last updated July 2026 · ranked by student review count

Houston has 43 Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu gyms in our directory with 2,532 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. Alliance BJJ Houston - Houston

    221reviews

    With 221 student reviews — the most of any gym in Houston— it tops this year's list. Located at 8498 S Sam Houston Pkwy E ste 1800. Classes run 7 days a week. See hours, reviews & contact info →

  2. Gracie Barra Westchase Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu in Houston Tx

    205reviews

    205 students have reviewed this academy. Located at 2610 Fondren Rd. Classes run 6 days a week. See hours, reviews & contact info →

  3. Fast Lane Jiu Jitsu Academy

    178reviews

    178 students have reviewed this academy. Located at 2955 S Sam Houston Pkwy E #200. Classes run 6 days a week. See hours, reviews & contact info →

  4. Brazil-021 Houston Jiu-Jitsu

    161reviews

    161 students have reviewed this academy. Located at 7580 S Renwick Dr. Classes run 6 days a week. See hours, reviews & contact info →

  5. Active Jiu Jitsu Houston

    149reviews

    149 students have reviewed this academy. Located at 11020 Katy Fwy suite #113. Classes run 6 days a week. See hours, reviews & contact info →

  6. The Jiu Jitsu Order

    120reviews

    120 students have reviewed this academy. Located at 9804 Jones Rd ste d. Classes run 7 days a week. See hours, reviews & contact info →

  7. Renzo Gracie EaDo

    115reviews

    115 students have reviewed this academy. Located at 110 Milby St Suite E. Classes run 6 days a week. See hours, reviews & contact info →

  8. Artistry BJJ

    101reviews

    101 students have reviewed this academy. Located at 10203 Market St Unit E. Classes run 6 days a week. See hours, reviews & contact info →

  9. Renzo Gracie Lake Houston

    99reviews

    99 students have reviewed this academy. Located at 14555 W Lake Houston Pkwy. Classes run 7 days a week. See hours, reviews & contact info →

  10. ED RAMOS Brazilian Jiu Jitsu

    97reviews

    97 students have reviewed this academy. Located at 10921 East Fwy. 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 43 gyms in Houston or read what to expect in your first class.