The best BJJ gyms in Ohio
Ranked by the members who actually train there — Google rating weighted by review volume, across 6,610 reviews of Ohio gyms. Minimum 20 reviews to qualify, real BJJ gyms only, one location per chain, and nobody pays for a spot. Updated 2026.
#1 Bendu Academy - MMA, Jiu Jitsu, Muay Thai, and Wrestling
5 ★★★★★ 243 reviews · Cincinnati, OH
“Outstanding Jiu Jitsu academy—highly recommended. I dropped in while traveling and was immediately impressed by the welcoming atmosphere, professionalism, and quality of instructio…” — Taylor
#2 Tama Martial Arts - Dayton Kettering Martial Arts
4.9 ★★★★★ 261 reviews · Dayton, OH
“Tama is an incredible school! As a lifelong martial artist i immediately fell in love with the aesthetics of the school. I love all the different disciplines offered. It even has i…” — John
#3 Limitless Brazilian Jiu Jitsu & Fitness - Jiu Jitsu, Muay Thai, Kickboxing, Wrestling & MMA.
4.9 ★★★★★ 235 reviews · Cincinnati, OH
“I joined Limitless about a year ago as a 40 year old 9-to-5er with a limited athletic background. I knew it would be a challenging experience, and the skills and fitness are defini…” — Nick
#4 Powell MMA and Fitness (Jiu Jitsu, Kickboxing, Wrestling)
5 ★★★★★ 191 reviews · Cincinnati, OH
“I recently joined this gym 12 weeks ago, and it's been an incredible experience. As someone who always wanted to get into martial arts but hesitated, finding this gym felt like the…” — Brian
#5 Hurricane Jiu Jitsu
4.9 ★★★★★ 181 reviews · Cleveland, OH
“i've been going here for a little over 2 years, changed my life. got my blue belt through here; i go with my dad and eventually got my sister and mom into it. its great. 5 stars fo…” — Michael
#6 Gracie Ohio Jiu-Jitsu Academy
5 ★★★★★ 136 reviews · Westerville, OH
“This is a really great place to start your jiujitsu journey. I’ve been coming here for about 3 months now and the people here have made my experience amazing. The professors are ve…” — Abhiram
#7 Honne Academy of Jiu-Jitsu
5 ★★★★★ 132 reviews · Fairfield, OH
“I have been a member at Honne Academy since December 2024. Since the day I set foot in this establishment, Sean and all the other coaches have been amazing! They take the time to e…” — Jake
#8 Nishime Martial Arts
4.9 ★★★★★ 137 reviews · Cincinnati, OH
“I have been training Jiu Jitsu at Nishime Martial Arts for about six months. I can only say it is a fantastic group of people to train with. The head instructor Jason Nishime, assi…” — Jacob
#9 Ohio Brasa/Deon Thompson Brazilian Jiu Jitsu
5 ★★★★★ 122 reviews · Toledo, OH
“Ohio Brasa is an amazing school not only for adults but children as well. Coach Deon is very skilled at teaching techniques in a way you or your child can understand. Great environ…” — Amber
#10 Adamas Jiu Jitsu Academy
5 ★★★★★ 120 reviews · Toledo, OH
“I’ve been training here since November 2022.. Everyone is super friendly and welcoming.. The instructors are some of the best jiu jitsu athletes in the world and are super knowledg…” — Adriane