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Best BJJ Gyms in Norfolk, VA (2026)

Last updated July 2026 · ranked by student review count

Norfolk has 6 Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu gyms in our directory with 220 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. Total Wing Chun Jujitsu Ryu Academy

    80reviews

    With 80 student reviews — the most of any gym in Norfolk— it tops this year's list. Located at 3525 Colley Ave. Classes run 4 days a week. See hours, reviews & contact info →

  2. Clayton Phillips Jiu Jitsu

    72reviews

    72 students have reviewed this academy. Located at 222 W 21st St. Classes run 6 days a week. See hours, reviews & contact info →

  3. Norfolk Karate Academy/Gracie Jiu Jitsu Norfolk

    61reviews

    61 students have reviewed this academy. Located at 814-A W 45th St. Classes run 6 days a week. See hours, reviews & contact info →

  4. Norfolk school of judo and ju-jitsu

    6reviews

    6 students have reviewed this academy. Located at 880 N Military Hwy. See hours, reviews & contact info →

  5. Gustavo Muchado Jiu Jitsu and Muay Thai For Mma

    1reviews

    1 students have reviewed this academy. Located at 3856 E Little Creek Rd. See hours, reviews & contact info →

  6. GO Martial Arts: Judo for Jiu-Jitsu

    Located at 836 W 43rd St A. 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 6 gyms in Norfolk or read what to expect in your first class.