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Best BJJ Gyms in Fairfax, VA (2026)

Last updated July 2026 · ranked by student review count

Fairfax has 5 Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu gyms in our directory with 193 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. Haven Grappling Academy

    132reviews

    With 132 student reviews — the most of any gym in Fairfax— it tops this year's list. Located at 2929 Eskridge Rd STE C. Classes run 7 days a week. See hours, reviews & contact info →

  2. OSA Martial Arts- Taekwondo Judo/Jiu-Jitsu Women Classes Hapkido B4 & After-School

    32reviews

    32 students have reviewed this academy. Located at 3848 Blenheim Blvd. Classes run 6 days a week. See hours, reviews & contact info →

  3. Cascades BJJ

    15reviews

    15 students have reviewed this academy. Located at 11397 Government Center Pkwy. See hours, reviews & contact info →

  4. Gustavo Machado Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Fairfax

    11reviews

    11 students have reviewed this academy. Located at 10201 Main St. Classes run 4 days a week. See hours, reviews & contact info →

  5. Scrapyard Grappling

    3reviews

    3 students have reviewed this academy. Located at 8442A Lee Hwy. 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 Fairfax or read what to expect in your first class.