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Best BJJ Gyms in Richmond, VA (2026)

Last updated July 2026 · ranked by student review count

Richmond has 8 Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu gyms in our directory with 352 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. Upstream BJJ

    151reviews

    With 151 student reviews — the most of any gym in Richmond— it tops this year's list. Located at 207 N 3rd St. Classes run 7 days a week. See hours, reviews & contact info →

  2. Revolution BJJ

    57reviews

    57 students have reviewed this academy. Located at 2125 Staples Mill Rd. Classes run 7 days a week. See hours, reviews & contact info →

  3. Richmond Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu & Self-Defense Academy

    39reviews

    39 students have reviewed this academy. Located at 725 W Broad St. Classes run 6 days a week. See hours, reviews & contact info →

  4. Bushin Martial Arts Jiu-Jitsu Richmond

    37reviews

    37 students have reviewed this academy. Located at 6024 Brook Rd. See hours, reviews & contact info →

  5. Action Reaction Jiu Jitsu Academy

    33reviews

    33 students have reviewed this academy. Located at 3405 Cox Rd. Classes run 6 days a week. See hours, reviews & contact info →

  6. Top Game Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu

    33reviews

    33 students have reviewed this academy. Located at 8324 Staples Mill Rd. Classes run 6 days a week. See hours, reviews & contact info →

  7. United Front BJJ - Muay Thai - Yoga - Fitness

    2reviews

    2 students have reviewed this academy. Located at 2413 Ownby Ln. See hours, reviews & contact info →

  8. Action Reaction Jiu-Jitsu

    Located at 8032-C W Broad St G. 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 8 gyms in Richmond or read what to expect in your first class.