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The best BJJ gyms in South Carolina
Ranked by the members who actually train there — Google rating weighted by review volume, across 4,108 reviews of South Carolina gyms. Minimum 20 reviews to qualify, real BJJ gyms only, one location per chain, and nobody pays for a spot. Updated 2026.
#1 TNT Martial Arts & Fitness
4.8 ★★★★★ 254 reviews · Cayce, SC
“One of the few places where you can find great jiujitsu, great kickboxing, AND great MMA. I’ve been at TNT for just about four years now. Tim and Tamayah have created an atmosphere…” — Noah
#2 Spartan Academy Mixed Martial Arts
4.9 ★★★★★ 198 reviews · Columbia, SC
“This is the perfect place to learn BJJ in a very welcoming environment that welcomes students of all ages. Every coach has been able to provide my child with a positive experience.…” — Deborah
#3 TAP Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Academy
5 ★★★★★ 123 reviews · Rock Hill, SC
“Awesome environment for kids and adults. World class Jiu Jitsu instruction from tremendous role models. What more could you ask for? Lots of classes available. Classes are structur…” — Craig
#4 Gracie Barra Charleston Jiu-Jitsu & Self Defense
5 ★★★★★ 105 reviews · Mt Pleasant, SC
“More than a Jiujitsu club. We are one of the founding members and this place has become our favorite place to go not just for our five years old son but for us too. The team and me…” — Fahri
#5 Renzo Gracie South Carolina
5 ★★★★★ 104 reviews · Anderson, SC
“Recently I’ve had the pleasure of attending a women’s jujitsu class here every Wednesday and let me tell you, its always an absolute blast! From start to finish, the experience is …” — Valentina
#6 Senzo Jiu-Jitsu Academy
5 ★★★★★ 102 reviews · Greenville, SC
“One day I walked into Nate's, Rocklin, CA school. I had been training nearly a decade. I was a brown belt who had trained under some of the best jiu-jitsu fighters in the world. I …” — Aang
#7 Premier Martial Arts Mount Pleasant
5 ★★★★★ 100 reviews · Mt Pleasant, SC
“We absolutely love Premier Martial Arts in Mount Pleasant! Since starting classes, our 6-year-old son has become noticeably more confident, focused, and disciplined. It’s been amaz…” — Sanja
#8 Fusion Grappling Club
5 ★★★★★ 92 reviews · Beaufort, SC
“I’ve been training at Fusion for the last few months and I’ve had a great experience! Being a beginner in BJJ the staff and instructors have given me great guidance and helped me t…” — Parker
#9 Swampfox Jiujitsu
5 ★★★★★ 91 reviews · Florence, SC
“Best gym in Florence, hands-down. Spencer is fantastic, the facility is amazing and the instruction is top-notch. I’ve done jiu-jitsu all around the country, and swampfox is top-ti…” — Mike
#10 Great Grappling Brazilian Jiu Jitsu
4.9 ★★★★★ 99 reviews · Fort Mill, SC
“World class instruction, friendly faces, a fun and energized atmosphere, and a convenient location. I'd never tried Brazilian Jiu Jitsu prior to my first class at Great Grappling.” — Sevi