11 jiu jitsu gyms are training students in Cleveland right now, ranked by the JJA Score — our blend of real Google reviews, class offerings, competition pedigree, and trust (currently averaging 4.9/5 across 386 ratings). The Top 3 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.
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No-gi BJJ in Cleveland, OH: 5 academies train no-gi. Bring shorts and a rashguard, book a trial, and see how the room rolls.
5 Cleveland gyms list no-gi on the schedule. No-gi nights vary, so confirm the timetable with the gym before you head in.
Cleveland has 11 jiu jitsu gyms operating right now, 8 of which our team has verified directly. Their average Google rating is 4.9/5, pulled from 386 total ratings across 10 reviewed academies. Membership averages $130/mo and drop-ins about $20 across the 1 gym that publish pricing. Most reviewed: Hurricane Jiu Jitsu (171 Google reviews).
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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.
By the JJA Score, Chu To Bu Brasa Judo Jiu Jitsu ranks #1 in Cleveland for 2026 (4.9 stars across 86 reviews). The score blends rating, review volume, class robustness, competition, and trust — rewarding complete gyms, not just high stars.
Across the 1 Cleveland gym that publish pricing, membership averages $130 a month and drop-ins about $20. 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.
11 gyms listed. 8 are verified by our team.
Yes. Most Cleveland 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.
Most Cleveland 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.
Yes. Most Cleveland 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.
4.9 out of 5, based on 10 rated academies.