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Best BJJ Gyms in Cincinnati, OH (2026)

Last updated July 2026 · ranked by student review count

Cincinnati has 8 Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu gyms in our directory with 779 student reviews between them. The ranking below is simple and honest: gyms ordered by how many students have reviewed them — a strong proxy for community size and staying power. Review counts come from public listings and refresh regularly. Always take a free trial class before committing; here's what to look for.

  1. Bendu Academy - MMA, Jiu Jitsu, Muay Thai, and Wrestling

    234reviews

    With 234 student reviews — the most of any gym in Cincinnati— it tops this year's list. Located at 4101 Spring Grove Ave Suite B. Classes run 6 days a week. See hours, reviews & contact info →

  2. Limitless Brazilian Jiu Jitsu & Fitness - Jiu Jitsu, Muay Thai, Kickboxing, Wrestling & MMA.

    231reviews

    231 students have reviewed this academy. Located at 1019 E McMillan St. Classes run 6 days a week. See hours, reviews & contact info →

  3. Powell MMA and Fitness (Jiu Jitsu, Kickboxing, Wrestling)

    176reviews

    176 students have reviewed this academy. Located at 1213 York St. Classes run 6 days a week. See hours, reviews & contact info →

  4. Gracie Jiu-Jitsu

    69reviews

    69 students have reviewed this academy. Located at 11263 Williamson Rd. Classes run 7 days a week. See hours, reviews & contact info →

  5. Maness Jiu Jitsu and Self Defense

    40reviews

    40 students have reviewed this academy. Located at 5334 Sidney Rd. Classes run 5 days a week. See hours, reviews & contact info →

  6. Gracie Barra Cincinnati

    26reviews

    26 students have reviewed this academy. Located at 8315 Beechmont Ave Suite 11. See hours, reviews & contact info →

  7. Gracie Barra Kenwood

    3reviews

    3 students have reviewed this academy. Located at 7712B Montgomery Rd. Classes run 5 days a week. See hours, reviews & contact info →

  8. Jiu Jitsu

    Located at 7708 Montgomery Rd. See hours, reviews & contact info →

How this ranking works

We rank by verified student review counts rather than editorial opinion — more reviews generally means a bigger, longer-running community. It's a starting point, not a verdict: the right gym for you depends on schedule, location, coaching style, and culture. Browse all 8 gyms in Cincinnati or read what to expect in your first class.