The best BJJ gyms in Maine
Ranked by the members who actually train there — Google rating weighted by review volume, across 632 reviews of Maine gyms. Minimum 20 reviews to qualify, real BJJ gyms only, one location per chain, and nobody pays for a spot. Updated 2026.
#1 Port City Brazilian Jiu Jitsu
5 ★★★★★ 81 reviews · Kittery, ME
“Port City BJJ is awesome! The staff is super friendly and they connect very well with the class. The skills being taught to our 8 year old can certainly apply to so facets of life.…” — Gary
#2 Recon MMA - Boxing, Jiu-Jitsu, Muay Thai
4.9 ★★★★★ 75 reviews · Portland, ME
Boxing and mixed martial arts facility offering training from beginner to competitive levels.
“I come from a background of weightlifting and bodybuilding and after a solid 10 years, I kind of lost my passion for it. I needed a new way to refocus my training and get back on t…” — Anthony
#3 Black Bear BJJ & Fitness
5 ★★★★★ 64 reviews · Augusta, ME
“Incredible school! This was my second time in Maine for work for a few months during the summer and after the first visit, I immediately looked them up when I came back. The instru…” — Grayson
#4 Gracie Barra South Portland, ME
5 ★★★★★ 58 reviews · South Portland, ME
“By far the best jiu-jitsu gym my family and I have been to! The moment you walk in the door you will find it to be very clean, professional, and inviting. Professor Mario is always…” — Emma
#5 Stonecoast Brazilian Jiu Jitsu for Kids
4.9 ★★★★★ 56 reviews · Portland, ME
“Shawn and all of the professors at Stonecoast BJJ are incredible. It is a fantastic family atmosphere. Both of my kids gained confidence, fitness, and life skills. Absolutely recom…” — Zac
#6 Team Lawton Brazilian Jiu Jitsu
5 ★★★★★ 37 reviews · Farmingdale, ME
“Team Lawton organized a fabulous Jiu-Jitsu Competition event! Everything was well organized the Lawton Team was super friendly! I highly recommend Team Lawton Martial Arts, however…” — Jason
#7 Flow Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
5 ★★★★★ 36 reviews · Rockland, ME
“This place is so amazing for the kiddos! (Probably the adults too lol but I can only review based on my sons experience) The instructors are patient and friendly and they have so m…” — Mishale
#8 Alexey BJJ
4.9 ★★★★★ 33 reviews · Westbrook, ME
“Jiu jitsu transformed me. When I started I was just a man but now with the confidence I gained from jiu jitsu I'm a BULL!” — Jedediah
#9 Empire Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Maine
5 ★★★★★ 29 reviews · Freeport, ME
“Absolutely phenomenal place. Josh is an amazing and understanding teacher that can work with students of any level. He helps you really learn the skills in a way that you feel conf…” — Avery
#10 Central Maine Brazilian Jiu Jitsu
4.5 ★★★★★ 25 reviews · Lewiston, ME
“LOVE this place as an alternative to regular cardio and weightlifting gym routines. I cancelled my membership with a gym in town to come here. I'm learning a martial art (adult mua…” — Devin