The best BJJ gyms in Texas
Ranked by the members who actually train there — Google rating weighted by review volume, across 50,346 reviews of Texas gyms. Minimum 20 reviews to qualify, real BJJ gyms only, one location per chain, and nobody pays for a spot. Updated 2026.
#1 Alvarez Brazilian Jiu Jitsu
4.9 ★★★★★ 754 reviews · Arlington, TX
“Brought my daughter down to train from our School in Detroit (Metro Jujitsu) who’s an affiliate with Alvarez. It was a very welcoming experience from the time that we informed them…” — Paul
#2 Alex Martins Jiu Jitsu Academy in Dallas
5 ★★★★★ 565 reviews · Dallas, TX
“This is the most beautiful bjj gym. But what really puts this gym at that 5-star ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ level is how kind and generous and helpful Alex is. Everyone is class was very welcoming…” — Stephanie
#3 Elite Mixed Martial Arts - Westchase
4.9 ★★★★★ 476 reviews · Houston, TX
“The best of Houston. Very nice people and the professors are great. Everybody is open to share with you their knowledge. The place is super clean. They are the best. Prices are aro…” — Rvf360
#4 Dominion MMA®
4.9 ★★★★★ 465 reviews · San Antonio, TX
“Check out my husband Coach Steven Martinez at Dominion MMA!! There's Muai Thai, Boxing, Jiu-Jitsu, as well as kids classes. This Saturday was Women's Self Defense 8am... they did g…” — Vee
#5 FS Mixed Martial Arts & Fitness
5 ★★★★★ 383 reviews · Katy, TX
“Starting jiu jitsu was the best decision I ever made and I made the perfect choice when it came to gyms. Though small, the size gives you a real opportunity to feel a part of somet…” — Marisa
#6 MA BJJ Academy - Brazilian Jiu Jitsu in Irving
5 ★★★★★ 375 reviews · Irving, TX
“"People don't care how much you know until they know how much you care". Professor Marcus definitely has the heart for this. He's passionate about it on a personal level, decades o…” — Minh
#7 Fighteria Academy Wimberley, TX - Martial Arts
5 ★★★★★ 356 reviews · Wimberley, TX
“I’ve been taking classes at Fighteria for about 2 and a half years now and I recommend this gym to everyone! All of the coaches feel like family at this point, it’s an extremely we…” — Abbey
#8 New Braunfels Jiu Jitsu
5 ★★★★★ 348 reviews · New Braunfels, TX
“We love New Braunfels Jiu Jitsu! It is a fun, safe place for our 4 year old to learn self defense skills while also developing agility, respect, integrity, confidence, discipline, …” — Patrick
#9 Magness Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Martial Arts Academy
5 ★★★★★ 346 reviews · Cedar Hill, TX
“We have had all three of our children attend Magness and they are absolutely loving it. The training is so professional and they make sure each and every kid is always learning and…” — Lindita
#10 Ground Savage Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
5 ★★★★★ 339 reviews · Brownsville, TX
“Huge, clean & well maintained new location. Great place to train the art of Brazilian Jiu Jitsu for all levels! Updated review: This is my 2nd time visiting from out of town. Prof.…” — Matthew