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Best BJJ Gyms in Seattle, WA (2026)

Last updated July 2026 · ranked by student review count

Seattle has 25 Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu gyms in our directory with 1,198 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. Renzo Gracie Jiu-Jitsu Seattle

    109reviews

    With 109 student reviews — the most of any gym in Seattle— it tops this year's list. Located at 600 NW 40th St Building B. See hours, reviews & contact info →

  2. Gracie Barra Northeast Seattle Jiu Jitsu & Self Defense

    102reviews

    102 students have reviewed this academy. Located at 1421 NE 80th St. Classes run 6 days a week. See hours, reviews & contact info →

  3. Seattle Jiu-Jitsu Academy

    97reviews

    97 students have reviewed this academy. Located at 5900 Airport Wy S Suite 121. Classes run 5 days a week. See hours, reviews & contact info →

  4. Lotus Jiu Jitsu

    96reviews

    96 students have reviewed this academy. Located at 9460 Rainier Ave S. See hours, reviews & contact info →

  5. Praxis Brazilian Jiu Jitsu

    71reviews

    71 students have reviewed this academy. Located at 506 2nd Ave W. Classes run 6 days a week. See hours, reviews & contact info →

  6. Definitive Jiu Jitsu

    66reviews

    66 students have reviewed this academy. Located at 129 N 85th St. Classes run 7 days a week. See hours, reviews & contact info →

  7. Marcelo Alonso BJJ

    64reviews

    64 students have reviewed this academy. Located at 5020 Roosevelt Way NE # 4. Classes run 7 days a week. See hours, reviews & contact info →

  8. Zoo Brazilian Jiu Jitsu - West Seattle

    64reviews

    64 students have reviewed this academy. Located at 5432 California Ave SW. Classes run 5 days a week. See hours, reviews & contact info →

  9. Ballard Jiu Jitsu

    63reviews

    63 students have reviewed this academy. Located at 4501 Shilshole Ave NW. Classes run 7 days a week. See hours, reviews & contact info →

  10. Identity Jiu-Jitsu

    52reviews

    52 students have reviewed this academy. Located at 619 8th Ave S. 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 25 gyms in Seattle or read what to expect in your first class.