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BJJ Gyms in Arizona
173 BJJ gyms across 39 cities in Arizona — including 109 with a free trial, 121 beginner-friendly, and 154 with kids' classes. Pick a city for full listings with member reviews, live open-now hours, and the classes each gym runs — or browse the map.
BJJ — the gentle art — has spread from Rio to every corner of America, and Arizona now has academies for every reason people train: a nervous first class, a serious workout, self-defense, kids' and women's programs, or the competition team. You don't need to be fit or experienced to walk in; all levels are welcome — just leave your ego at the door.
Cities in Arizona
- Phoenix
- Tucson
- Scottsdale
- Mesa
- Gilbert
- Tempe
- Chandler
- Peoria
- Flagstaff
- Surprise
- Yuma
- Glendale
- Kingman
- Avondale
- Marana
- Maricopa
- Prescott
- Cottonwood
- Florence
- Green Valley
- Oro Valley
- Queen Creek
- Safford
- Sierra Vista
- Apache Junction
- Buckeye
- Bullhead City
- El Mirage
- Fort Mohave
- Fountain Hills
- Goodyear
- Heber
- Lake Havasu City
- Nogales
- Payson
- Prescott Valley
- San Luis
- Show Low
- Thatcher
Featured BJJ gyms in Arizona
Ranked by what members say — Google rating weighted by review count. See the full best-of-Arizona ranking →
Gustavo Dantas Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Academy
5 ★★★★★ 393 reviews
🥋 Free trial / intro class — check their site
Family-friendly martial arts academy teaching Brazilian jiu-jitsu in a clean facility.
Elevate Martial Arts Glendale
5 ★★★★★ 347 reviews
Jay Pages Jiu-Jitsu & MMA
4.9 ★★★★★ 302 reviews
🥋 Free trial / intro class — check their site
Ucelo Martial Arts Phoenix
5 ★★★★★ 244 reviews
Averitt Jiu Jitsu
5 ★★★★★ 228 reviews
🥋 Free trial / intro class — check their site
Strong Heart Academy Brazilian jiu-jitsu & MMA
5 ★★★★★ 217 reviews
🥋 Free trial / intro class — check their site
More ways to train in Arizona
- Best BJJ gyms in Arizona — the state-wide ranking
- BJJ for beginners — 121 beginner-friendly gyms in Arizona, ready for your first class
- Kids & teen BJJ — 154 gyms in Arizona with youth programs
- Free trial classes — 109 gyms in Arizona offer a free trial or intro class
- Women's BJJ — 48 gyms in Arizona with women's classes
- Browse BJJ class types — beginner, kids', women's, private, no-gi, open mat, competition team and more
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BJJ programs in Arizona
Find the class that fits — whether you're starting from zero, bringing the kids, or chasing your first competition.
Other martial arts trained in Arizona
Most BJJ gyms are multi-art. Here's what else Arizona gyms teach under the same roof.
BJJ in Arizona: common questions
- How many BJJ gyms are in Arizona?
- Our directory lists 173 BJJ gyms across 39 cities in Arizona. The cities with the most are Phoenix (27), Tucson (21), Scottsdale (16).
- How much does BJJ cost a month in Arizona?
- Among Arizona gyms that publish a rate, monthly memberships run about $20–$300 (median around $99). Prices vary by academy and how often you train, and many gyms don't post online — so check the gym's own schedule. Our cost guide breaks down what to expect.
- Are free trial classes available in Arizona?
- Yes — 109 gyms in Arizona advertise a free trial, free first class, or intro week. It's the low-pressure way to try a class before you commit; confirm the current offer on the gym's site.
- Can beginners and kids train BJJ in Arizona?
- Absolutely — BJJ welcomes all levels. 121 Arizona gyms are highlighted by members as beginner-friendly, and 154 run kids' or youth programs. You don't need to be fit or have any experience to start, and no reputable gym makes you roll before you're ready.
- Do I need to be in shape or spar to start BJJ?
- No. You can start with zero fitness base and no experience — the training itself gets you in shape. Rolling (live sparring) builds up gradually and a good gym never throws beginners into it; tapping early and often keeps every roll safe. Drilling-focused fundamentals classes let you build skill at your own pace, and you can leave your ego at the door.