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Bjj Academies in Phoenix

Review the 32 tracked locations in Phoenix, AZ, then jump directly into search if you already know what style or schedule you want.

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Phoenix, Arizona is home to 32 BJJ academies in our directory. These academies hold an average rating of 4.9 out of 5 across 2,733 reviews. Each listing brings together programs, class schedules, location details, and community reviews so you can compare options before stepping onto the mats.

New to Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu? Look for a BJJ academy offering beginner fundamentals classes, a free trial or intro week, and a weekly schedule that fits your routine. Listed options in Phoenix include 12th Street Jiu Jitsu, Ares BJJ, Ares/PV Jiu-Jitsu, and Banks FitDefense MMA. Visiting two or three academies before committing helps you find the coaching style, mat culture, and pricing that match your goals.

You can also browse BJJ academies in other cities in Arizona, including Tucson, Scottsdale, Mesa, Gilbert, and Tempe. These are statewide suggestions; check each location and travel time before planning a visit. Whether you're new to Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu or an experienced grappler training in Phoenix, Arizona, comparing the area's 32 listed BJJ academies on schedule, class sizes, instructor lineage, and trial offers helps you find the right fit.

Listings for Phoenix bring together public academy records and directory information. Details may change, so confirm schedules, programs, pricing, and contact information with each academy. Compare the BJJ academies below by the available ratings, programs, and reviews to choose where to start training.

Compiled by the Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Academy Finder team from verified public records and directory data. Last updated .

Bjj Academies in Phoenix

Academies in Phoenix, AZ

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Refuge BJJ visual
5.0 / 47 reviews
Phoenix, AZ

Refuge BJJ

711 E Carefree Hwy Suite 201

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Satori Jiu Jitsu visual
5.0 / 81 reviews
Phoenix, AZ

Satori Jiu Jitsu

3527 W Thunderbird Rd

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South Mountain Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu visual
5.0 / 113 reviews
Phoenix, AZ

South Mountain Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu

3636 W Southern Ave, Ste 150C

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Strong Heart Academy visual
5.0 / 198 reviews
Phoenix, AZ

Strong Heart Academy

3150 E Union Hills, Ste 115

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The MMA Lab visual
4.9 / 338 reviews
Phoenix, AZ

The MMA Lab

2710 W Bell Rd #1150

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TNT BJJ visual
4.9 / 92 reviews
Phoenix, AZ

TNT BJJ

1515 W Deer Valley Rd STE B105

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Ucelo Martial Arts Phoenix visual
5.0 / 222 reviews
Phoenix, AZ

Ucelo Martial Arts Phoenix

8021 N 43rd Ave ste 1B

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World Martial Arts Academy visual
5.0 / 17 reviews
Phoenix, AZ

World Martial Arts Academy

13235 W Thomas Rd

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Frequently Asked Questions About BJJ academies in Phoenix

How many BJJ academies are in Phoenix?
Phoenix, Arizona currently lists 32 BJJ academies in our directory, with available location and contact details collected in individual profiles; confirm current schedules and information with each academy. They hold an average rating of 4.9 out of 5 across 2,733 reviews. Rather than pointing you to a single studio, we let you compare every BJJ academy in Phoenix, Arizona side by side, reviewing instructor backgrounds, program focus such as gi, no-gi, or hybrid curriculums, and typical class times, so you can shortlist a few academies before ever picking up the phone. With 32 BJJ academies listed, you can compare several options in Phoenix, Arizona. Check class times and availability directly; the listing count does not establish waitlists, class capacity, or how this area compares with other locations. Comparing multiple options up front also makes it easier to judge coaching style and mat culture before signing any long-term membership agreement.
What is the best BJJ academy in Phoenix?
Phoenix, Arizona is home to 32 BJJ academies, including 12th Street Jiu Jitsu, one of the listed options in this area. They hold an average rating of 4.9 out of 5 across 2,733 reviews. There is no single "best" answer that works for everyone: someone training for competition-level no-gi grappling needs a different room than a parent looking for a kids' fundamentals class, and a nervous first-timer needs a different coaching style than an experienced blue belt shopping for a new competition team. Instead of picking a winner for you, this page lets you compare 12th Street Jiu Jitsu against every other BJJ academy in Phoenix, Arizona on the details that actually matter, including available review counts, program offerings, price, and how close each location is to where you live or work. We recommend visiting the top two or three options that match your goals and sitting in on a class before signing any membership agreement.
How much does Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu cost in Phoenix?
Membership pricing at BJJ academies in Phoenix, Arizona varies by program, contract length, and weekly class count, and it is not uniformly published across all 32 BJJ academies listed here. Academies offering both gi and no-gi programs, open mat access, and competition team coaching tend to charge more than a basic fundamentals-only membership. Ask academies in Phoenix, Arizona whether they offer a free trial class or a discounted intro week, so you can try the coaching style and mat culture before committing to a monthly plan. It is worth calling or checking each academy's own website directly for current pricing, since promotional rates and family or student discounts change more often than this directory can track and are rarely listed in full here.
Can beginners start Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu in Phoenix?
Yes. Among the 32 BJJ academies listed for Phoenix, Arizona, ask which offer beginner fundamentals classes and whether they have any prerequisites. The directory does not establish that every listing runs a beginner program. They hold an average rating of 4.9 out of 5 across 2,733 reviews. A typical beginner track covers basic positions, escapes, and submissions in a controlled setting before students are paired up for live sparring, called rolling, and most academies pace that introduction over several weeks rather than throwing new students straight into full-contact rounds. If an academy offers a trial class or introductory visit, use it to judge whether a given school's coaching style, class size, and mat culture in Phoenix, Arizona feel like the right fit before signing a longer membership agreement. If you are unsure where to start, calling ahead to ask about the next beginner-only session is usually the fastest way to get a clear answer.
Bjj Academies in Phoenix, AZ