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Best BJJ Gyms in Milwaukee, WI (2026)

Last updated July 2026 · ranked by student review count

Milwaukee has 11 Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu gyms in our directory with 534 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. Wanderley Jiu Jitsu & MMA

    205reviews

    With 205 student reviews — the most of any gym in Milwaukee— it tops this year's list. Located at 5352 N 118th Ct. Classes run 6 days a week. See hours, reviews & contact info →

  2. Roufusport MMA Milwaukee Mixed Martial Arts Kickboxing Muay Thai Jiu Jitsu BJJ Boxing Fitness Gym Kids Adults Ages 6+

    127reviews

    127 students have reviewed this academy. Located at Lower level below Blue's Egg Cafe, 321 N 76th St. Classes run 7 days a week. See hours, reviews & contact info →

  3. Pura Vida BJJ & MMA

    88reviews

    88 students have reviewed this academy. Located at 4125 N Richards St. Classes run 6 days a week. See hours, reviews & contact info →

  4. White Lotus Brazilian Jiu Jitsu

    62reviews

    62 students have reviewed this academy. Located at 420 S 1st St. Classes run 7 days a week. See hours, reviews & contact info →

  5. Free Form Jiu Jitsu

    36reviews

    36 students have reviewed this academy. Located at 587 E Erie St. Classes run 6 days a week. See hours, reviews & contact info →

  6. Elevation Jiu-jitsu

    14reviews

    14 students have reviewed this academy. Located at 2800 W Forest Home Ave. Classes run 3 days a week. See hours, reviews & contact info →

  7. Pura Vida Brazilian Jiu Jitsu & Mixed Martial Arts

    1reviews

    1 students have reviewed this academy. Located at 97 W Walker St. See hours, reviews & contact info →

  8. Red Tail Jiu Jitsu

    1reviews

    1 students have reviewed this academy. Located at 5007 W Fond du Lac Ave. Classes run 5 days a week. See hours, reviews & contact info →

  9. 4 Jitz Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Academy

    Located at 708 N Milwaukee St. See hours, reviews & contact info →

  10. Henry Matamoros Brazilian

    Located at 117 W Walker St #27. 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 11 gyms in Milwaukee or read what to expect in your first class.