The best BJJ gyms in Kansas
Ranked by the members who actually train there — Google rating weighted by review volume, across 1,870 reviews of Kansas gyms. Minimum 20 reviews to qualify, real BJJ gyms only, one location per chain, and nobody pays for a spot. Updated 2026.
#1 Brazil Academy - Brazilian Jiu Jitsu School
5 ★★★★★ 194 reviews · Lenexa, KS
“I joined here in February 2020. I had been looking to join for six years before that, but never followed up. If you are interested in Jujitsu, you really can't find a better place …” — James
#2 Premier Martial Arts Wichita, KS
4.8 ★★★★★ 200 reviews · Wichita, KS
“My son has almost been in a year and he loves it. So excited to be in the black belt club. Great teachers!” — Erica
#3 Tyson Kilbey Jiu Jitsu
5 ★★★★★ 135 reviews · Olathe, KS
“Had the pleasure of attending a women's self-defense class led by Tyson and Wendy, and it was an absolutely fantastic experience! They were not only knowledgeable and professional …” — Suzanne
#4 Ethos Jiu Jitsu
5 ★★★★★ 110 reviews · Wichita, KS
“Hey everyone! Tyler is seriously one of the best! I’m visiting from Arizona! Not only was Tyler super friendly and inviting. Which made me felt like I was back home! He is a true m…” — Bishop
#5 Kansas City Brazilian Jiu Jitsu
4.9 ★★★★★ 121 reviews · Mission, KS
Fitness center offering Brazilian Jiu Jitsu training for adults and children.
“THIS REVIEW IS FOR THIER KIDS PROGRAM!!! BLUF: We have been to about 5-6 BJJ gyms north of KC… had to drive 40 minutes to find this gem… and it’s worth it! I HIGHLY Recommend. KCBJ…” — Elijah
#6 Ground Theory Jiu Jitsu
4.9 ★★★★★ 112 reviews · Lawrence, KS
“I’ve been training with Matt and Heidi since I moved to Lawrence 5 years ago. They understand that their students all have diverse reasons for training jiu jitsu and they’re suppor…” — Bethany
#7 Rivers Brazilian Jiu Jitsu
5 ★★★★★ 100 reviews · Lawrence, KS
“Rivers Brazilian Jiu Jitsu is one of the most professional and friendly environments I've been ever exposed to in my (more than twenty-years) experience with martial arts. I moved …” — Tommaso
#8 Gracie Barra Overland Park, KS - Jiu-Jitsu & Self-Defense
5 ★★★★★ 95 reviews · Overland Park, KS
“I walked in the first day not knowing anyone in the gym, or anything about BJJ. I was introduced by a colleague in Phoenix that goes to GB there. Upon arrival, Coach Austin suited …” — Doug
#9 Kenukan Academy 拳友館
4.7 ★★★★★ 81 reviews · Olathe, KS
“In the late 1990s, I trained with my father at a dojo in Overland Park, KS under a well-known Bushidokan instructor at the time, Steve Mackey. I remember those times fondly and to …” — Matthew
#10 Valor Martial Arts
4.5 ★★★★★ 89 reviews · Wichita, KS
“Very cool gym. Marcio was very welcoming and ensured I had a great time. The gym is very big and supports jiu jitsu, boxing, mma and more.” — Robert