BJJ Open Mat
Open mat is unstructured training time outside scheduled classes: the gym opens its floor so members can drill technique, roll at their own pace, and work on the things they personally need to sharpen. It's where a lot of real improvement happens — extra reps and live rounds with training partners of your choosing — and a signature part of BJJ culture, often included with membership. Access and hours vary; some gyms run set open-mat windows on weekends. It suits self-motivated trainees who want extra mat time, and it's a low-pressure place to get comfortable rolling. Expect flexibility, expect to get out what you put in, and check which hours are open mat and what's included before you rely on it. The 1,668 gyms below offer open mat time — use the map to find the closest one, or browse by state.
Top-rated gyms for open mat time
Ranked by local reputation — rating weighted by review count.
Legion American Jiu Jitsu San Diego - HQ
5 ★★★★★ 2,051 reviews
🥋 Free trial / intro class — check their site
Strategic Combat Academy
5 ★★★★★ 549 reviews
🥋 Free trial / intro class — check their site
Upbeat gym offering mixed martial arts classes for all ages, including kickboxing, Muay Thai & more.
Memphis Judo Jiu Jitsu
4.9 ★★★★★ 504 reviews
🥋 Free trial / intro class — check their site
Tai Kai Brazilian Jiu Jitsu and MMA
5 ★★★★★ 457 reviews
🥋 Free trial / intro class — check their site
Strong Style MMA and Training Center
4.8 ★★★★★ 468 reviews
Welcoming, family-friendly gym with martial arts classes (MMA, boxing, BJJ, wrestling) and open training options.
Emerge Jiu Jitsu
5 ★★★★★ 413 reviews
🥋 Free trial / intro class — check their site
Haven Jiu Jitsu
5 ★★★★★ 404 reviews
🥋 Free trial / intro class — check their site
10th Planet Jiu Jitsu Denver
4.9 ★★★★★ 406 reviews
🥋 Free trial / intro class — check their site
Odyssey Jiu-Jitsu
5 ★★★★★ 394 reviews
🥋 Free trial / intro class — check their site
Bushido Jiu-Jitsu
5 ★★★★★ 387 reviews
🥋 Free trial / intro class — check their site
Nexus American Jiu Jitsu
5 ★★★★★ 385 reviews
🥋 Free trial / intro class — check their site
Aces Jiu Jitsu Club
4.5 ★★★★★ 403 reviews
What members say about open mat
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“This place has left a lasting impression on me and I will definitely be back for the Sunday open Mat.”
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“They'll take a position and work through several moves from that position which makes the skills appliable in the open mat sessions.”
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“I dropped in on a Friday noon open mat.”
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“Came out of town from 10th Planet Greenville in SC and dropped in for an open mat.”
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