20 jiu jitsu gyms are training students in Cincinnati right now, ranked by the JJA Score — our blend of real Google reviews, class offerings, competition pedigree, and trust (currently averaging 5.0/5 across 1,358 ratings). The Top 10 are this year's award winners; every other gym is ranked right below. Compare pricing, schedules, gi and no-gi, kids and adult classes, and book a free trial.
Bright Brazilian Jiu Jitsu — Top 10 BJJ Gym in Cincinnati 2026 · JJA Score 89 · 5.0/5 (57 reviews) · Gi & No-Gi · Kids classes · Women's classes · Members only · Free trial · Competition team · 7140 Hyland Rd
Nishime Martial Arts — Top 10 BJJ Gym in Cincinnati 2026 · JJA Score 85 · 4.9/5 (130 reviews) · Gi & No-Gi · Kids classes · Members only · Free trial · Competition team · 7012 Harrison Ave, Cincinnati, OH 45247, USA
Limitless Brazilian Jiu Jitsu & Fitness — Top 10 BJJ Gym in Cincinnati 2026 · JJA Score 72 · 4.9/5 (207 reviews) · $245/mo · Gi & No-Gi · Kids classes · Open mat · Free trial · 1019 E McMillan St, Cincinnati, OH 45206, USA
Altiora Brazilian Jiu Jitsu — Top 10 BJJ Gym in Cincinnati 2026 · JJA Score 71 · 5.0/5 (56 reviews) · Gi & No-Gi · Kids classes · Women's classes · Open mat · Free trial · 690 W Eads Pkwy
Bendu Academy - MMA, Jiu Jitsu, Muay Thai, and Wrestling — Top 10 BJJ Gym in Cincinnati 2026 · JJA Score 68 · 5.0/5 (212 reviews) · $169/mo · Gi & No-Gi · Open mat · Free trial · 4101 Spring Grove Ave Suite B, Cincinnati, OH 45223, USA
Gracie Jiu-Jitsu — Top 10 BJJ Gym in Cincinnati 2026 · JJA Score 62 · 4.8/5 (70 reviews) · Gi · Kids classes · Members only · Free trial · 11263 Williamson Rd
Gracie Cincinnati Jiu-Jitsu — Top 10 BJJ Gym in Cincinnati 2026 · JJA Score 62 · 4.8/5 (68 reviews) · Gi · Kids classes · Members only · Free trial · 11263 Williamson Rd, Cincinnati, OH 45241, USA
VISION FITNESS & MMA — Top 10 BJJ Gym in Cincinnati 2026 · JJA Score 62 · 5.0/5 (69 reviews) · $159/mo · Gi & No-Gi · Members only · 3470 Cardiff Ave, Cincinnati, OH 45209, USA
Club MMA: Mixed Martial Arts — Top 10 BJJ Gym in Cincinnati 2026 · JJA Score 58 · 4.9/5 (129 reviews) · Gi · Members only · 3285 Westbourne Dr, Cincinnati, OH 45248, USA
All 20 Cincinnati BJJ gyms, ranked
Cincinnati MMA Academy at Premier · 4.8/5 (23 reviews) · $150/mo · Gi & No-Gi · Kids classes · Members only · Free trial · Competition team · 4845 Premier Way Suite 3
Gracie Barra Kenwood · 5.0/5 (4 reviews) · Gi & No-Gi · Kids classes · Women's classes · Members only · Free trial · Competition team · 7712B Montgomery Rd
Maness Jiu Jitsu and Self Defense · 5.0/5 (35 reviews) · Gi · Open mat · Competition team · 5334 Sidney Rd, Cincinnati, OH 45238, USA
Ark MMA & Fitness · 5.0/5 (35 reviews) · Open mat · Competition team · 3634 Werk Rd, Cincinnati, OH 45211, USA
Gracie Barra Cincinnati · 5.0/5 (21 reviews) · Gi & No-Gi · Kids classes · Members only · Free trial · 8315 Beechmont Ave Suite 11, Cincinnati, OH 45255, USA
Cincinnati Shintaedo Academy · 5.0/5 (3 reviews) · Members only · 1600 Glendale Milford Rd, Cincinnati, OH 45215, USA
Jiu-jitsu for kids in Cincinnati, OH
Kids jiu-jitsu in Cincinnati, OH: 12 academies teach children's BJJ, including 2 with a 3-6 little-kids program and 2 with teen classes. Start with a free trial and watch a class before you commit.
Most Cincinnati gyms don't post kids pricing publicly. Youth BJJ typically runs $100-$180/mo. Nearly all offer a free trial.
What age can kids start jiu-jitsu in Cincinnati?
2 Cincinnati gyms take kids as young as 3-4 in a little-kids program. Most Cincinnati academies start structured kids classes around age 5-6 and split by age and size from there.
Women's jiu-jitsu in Cincinnati, OH
Women's jiu-jitsu in Cincinnati, OH: 4 academies run women's classes or women's-only sessions. Drop in on a trial and meet the coaches before you sign anything.
4 Cincinnati gyms list a women's program. Some are women's-only sessions, others are women's-focused within the regular schedule. Call ahead to confirm the format and times.
Try jiu-jitsu in Cincinnati, OH (free trials)
BJJ for beginners in Cincinnati, OH: 12 academies have a free intro or trial class. Best move is to book one, watch a fundamentals session, and feel the room before you join.
12 Cincinnati gyms offer a free trial. Look for "fundamentals" or "all levels" on the schedule, wear gym clothes, and just show up to your booked trial.
No-gi jiu-jitsu in Cincinnati, OH
No-gi BJJ in Cincinnati, OH: 12 academies train no-gi. Bring shorts and a rashguard, book a trial, and see how the room rolls.
Cincinnati has 20 jiu jitsu gyms operating right now, 18 of which our team has verified directly. Their average Google rating is 5.0/5, pulled from 1,358 total ratings across 20 reviewed academies. Membership averages $172/mo and drop-ins about $40 across the 5 gyms that publish pricing. 9 gyms run a public open mat; 11 are members-only. Most reviewed: Bendu Academy - MMA, Jiu Jitsu, Muay Thai, and Wrestling (212 Google reviews).
Nearby BJJ gyms in Ohio
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Every gym gets one JJA Score from 0 to 100, a weighted blend of five factors. A gym needs at least 40 Google reviews to be eligible for the annual Top 10, and missing data never counts against a gym. We re-rank monthly.
Overall sentiment — Google star rating (30%)
Popularity — review volume, log-scaled (20%)
Class robustness — gi, no-gi, kids, women's, competition + classes per week (20%)
Competition pedigree — competition team or comp program (15%)
By the JJA Score, Bright Brazilian Jiu Jitsu ranks #1 in Cincinnati for 2026 (5.0 stars across 57 reviews). The score blends rating, review volume, class robustness, competition, and trust — rewarding complete gyms, not just high stars.
How much does jiu jitsu cost in Cincinnati?
Across the 5 Cincinnati gyms that publish pricing, membership averages $172 a month and drop-ins about $40. Many don't list rates publicly. Industry standard is $150-$250/mo unlimited, $20-$40 drop-in. Free trial classes are common. Book one before you sign up.
How many jiu jitsu gyms are in Cincinnati, OH?
20 gyms listed. 18 are verified by our team.
Are there beginner BJJ classes in Cincinnati?
Yes. Most Cincinnati BJJ gyms welcome beginners even without a dedicated fundamentals track. Look for "intro" or "all levels" on the schedule. Use the free trial to test the room before signing up.
Are there women's jiu jitsu classes in Cincinnati?
Most Cincinnati BJJ gyms have female training partners on the regular schedule, even without a women's-only class. Many welcome new women students with a free trial. Ask the gym about their typical mix before deciding.
Are there kids jiu jitsu classes in Cincinnati?
Yes. Most Cincinnati BJJ academies run kids' programs starting around age 4-5. Look for classes split by age bracket (4-7, 8-12, 13+) and a dedicated kids' coach.
What's the average Google rating of BJJ gyms in Cincinnati?