MMA Gyms in OH
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Top Rated MMA Gyms
Bendu Academy - MMA, Jiu Jitsu, Muay Thai, and Wrestling
Cincinnati, OH
Bendu Academy - MMA, Jiu Jitsu, Muay Thai, and Wrestling operates at 4101 Spring Grove Ave in the Northside neighborhood of Cincinnati, Ohio. The multi-discipline academy provides training in ground combat, striking, and mixed martial arts for participants of all skill levels. Instruction is delivered by a coaching team that includes Blayne Hodges and Lane Dees. Hodges began training martial arts at age nine, moved into judo at twelve, and earned three regional MMA titles by submission before spending over a decade cornering professional fighters. Dees, who began wrestling at age four and captained his scholastic team, competes in jiu-jitsu and MMA while directing wrestling instruction and assisting with youth classes. Class offerings include Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Gi, Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu No-Gi, Fundamentals, Muay Thai, Wrestling, and Mixed Martial Arts. Training options accommodate youth members ages 6 to 13 and adult practitioners ages 14 and older, supporting fitness goals alongside competitive combat sports preparation.
Legacy Martial Arts Academy
Hamilton, OH
Legacy Martial Arts Academy is located at 835 NW Washington Blvd in Hamilton, Ohio 45013. The facility provides martial arts training for children, teens, and adults. Ryan Roach is the owner of the Legacy Martial Arts Academy and oversees the daily operations of the academy as a 2nd Degree Black Belt in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. The instructional staff includes head coach Luke Schroeder, head coach Ben Schroeder, coach Roberta Samad, and coach Dan Tidyman, who serves as head coach for the Judo program and Kids BJJ Program. Training programs include Kids Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ), and Submission Grappling (NoGi). The academy also offers instruction in Muay Thai Kickboxing, Judo, Mixed Martial Arts (MMA), and Self-Defense classes, with coaching supported by Coach Greg Kinsey.
Powell MMA and Fitness (Jiu Jitsu, Kickboxing, Wrestling)
Cincinnati, OH
Powell MMA and Fitness is a combat sports training facility located at 1213 York Street in Cincinnati, Ohio. The gym is owned and operated by head trainer Adam Powell, an undefeated mixed martial arts fighter and multi-time grappling champion. Grappling instruction is overseen by Isaiah Mojica, a first-degree Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu black belt under Alfredo Barum, while striking classes are led by head striking coach Kru Jon P. The facility provides training in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, Muay Thai kickboxing, wrestling, and strength and conditioning. Class offerings feature general adult fundamentals, an active competition team, youth Jiu-Jitsu classes, and a women-only Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu program instructed by Jen Leibel. Sessions focus on submission grappling leverage, takedown mechanics, heavy bag drilling, and sparring combinations. Powell MMA and Fitness hosts morning and evening classes throughout the work week and on weekends. Prospective practitioners can schedule an introductory trial class at no cost for either Jiu-Jitsu or kickboxing through the facility's online booking portal.
Hooligans Boxing & MMA 39041 Center Ridge Rd. North Ridgeville
North Ridgeville, OH
Hooligans Boxing & MMA 39041 Center Ridge Rd. North Ridgeville is located in North Ridgeville, OH, USA. The gym offers training in Boxing and Striking. It is in the $$ price range.
Gracie Ohio Jiu-Jitsu Academy
Westerville, OH
Gracie Ohio Jiu-Jitsu Academy provides Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and self-defense instruction at 285 N. Sunbury Road in Westerville, OH. Operating as a Relson Gracie Jiu-Jitsu Academy affiliate, the school delivers traditional Gracie Jiu-Jitsu focused on realistic street defense, leverage mechanics, and athletic progression. The academy traces its origins to 1990, when Dr. Jeffrey Hudson began training with the Gracie family, officially establishing the school as a Gracie Academy training association in 1992. Dr. Hudson studied at the Gracie Academy in Torrance, California, invested in the inaugural Ultimate Fighting Challenge events, and received extensive personal instruction from Grand Master Relson Gracie. Competitors from the academy have gone on to medal at international Pan-American and World Jiu-Jitsu championships. Curriculum offerings include entry-level fundamentals classes covering street self-defense from white to blue belt, advanced training, mixed-level sessions, and open mat drilling. Youth programs serve young students through Little Champs and Junior divisions.
Ohio Brasa/Deon Thompson Brazilian Jiu Jitsu
Toledo, OH
Ohio Brasa Brazilian Jiu Jitsu was started in 2007 by Deon Thompson, operating from a facility at 3350 W. Laskey Rd. in Toledo. Facility training hours include Adult Academy Sessions scheduled Mon-Fri Morning & Evening 6a-7a & 7p-8p, alongside Open Mat Sundays scheduled 12p-1p. Instruction is led by Deon Thompson, who serves as owner and head instructor as a black belt under Rodrigo 'Comprido' Medeiros. Academy programs offer Brazilian Jiu Jitsu fundamentals, self-defense workshops for women, and advanced grappling seminars. Youth training is available through Kids Academy Classes, with dedicated Kids Academy Sessions held Mon & Tue exclusively 6P-7P. Tuition rates are listed at $99 per month for kids and $125 per month for adult members. Prospective students may begin with an initial session where the first class is always free.
Mario Sperry Jiu-Jitsu of Ohio
Canfield, OH
Mario Sperry Jiu-Jitsu of Ohio is situated at 64 Cardinal Drive, Unit B in Canfield, OH 44406. Prospective practitioners who are not members can sign up to receive a Free-Trial. Michael Chiovitti serves as Head Coach & Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Black Belt under Mario Sperry for the team. Instruction is also supported by James "Jimmy" Simon III, who holds the rank of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Brown Belt. The weekly schedule operates seven days a week, providing Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (Gi), Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (No Gi), and Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (MMA) alongside Judo / Jiu-Jitsu (Gi) and MMA / Kickboxing. Youth Jiu-Jitsu (Gi) is held for younger students, with pricing options including a Youth Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Membership: $79.99 and a Standard Adult Membership: $119.99.
Gracie Allegiance Ohio
Zanesville, OH
Gracie Allegiance Ohio operates at 3575 Maple Avenue in Zanesville, Ohio 43701. For prospective students joining the academy family, the first class is always free. Instruction is led by Head Instructor Professor Jason Cable. The academy represents the affiliation created by Clark Gracie, founder of Gracie Allegiance. The coaching staff includes Assistant Instructor John Aldred, Assistant Instructor Cody Dent, and Assistant Instructor Joe Pozzuoli. Training options include Adult Gi, Adult No Gi, and Competition Class Adult Gi. Youth training is divided into classes for ages 3-6 and ages 7-13. Private lessons are available upon contacting the academy, with classes scheduled across Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday.
VISION FITNESS & MMA
Cincinnati, OH
Vision Fitness & MMA is located at 3470 Cardiff Ave. Cincinnati, OH 45209. The multi-discipline training facility provides martial arts, combat sports, and conditioning programs for youth and adult practitioners. Prospective members and visitors can contact the front desk by calling (513) 202-3109. The martial arts curriculum features Gi Jiu Jitsu (BJJ), No Gi Jiu Jitsu (BJJ), and Youth Jiu Jitsu (BJJ). Striking and combat options also include MMA 101, Striking For MMA, Wrestling, and Youth Striking. For physical conditioning, the center conducts Fortitude Strength, Kombat Fitness, and Tone And Burn sessions. Training amenities within the complex include a Fitness Center, Hyperbaric Room, MMA Room, Physical Therapy clinic, Recovery Room, and a dedicated Veteran’s Center. Members have access to diverse combat sports instruction and health recovery services situated under a single roof in Cincinnati.
Vital Combat Team
Beavercreek, OH
3 kids world champions produced is the stated achievement attached to Vital Combat Team in Beavercreek, Ohio. Its training focus combines MMA and No-Gi, placing the record at the intersection of mixed martial arts and grappling practiced without the traditional gi. For someone comparing disciplines, that mix signals attention to both a broad MMA category and a No-Gi category, while keeping the gym’s listed focus clear. The supplied price range is $$, a relative category presented alongside the Beavercreek, OH location. Vital Combat Team is identified in the USA, with 3 kids world champions produced remaining the defining accomplishment in the supplied record. This combination of achievement, MMA, No-Gi, and the $$ price-range symbol gives the listing a distinct profile within its stated location.
Ark MMA & Fitness
Cincinnati, OH
Ark MMA & Fitness delivers martial arts training and combat conditioning at 3634 Werk Rd in Cincinnati, Ohio. The facility conducts daily group and private instruction for children, teens, and adults throughout Cincinnati and surrounding communities. Grappling instruction is directed by head coach Corey Boyle, who began practicing martial arts in 1992 and started Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu in 2002. Boyle was awarded his BJJ black belt in 2016 by Gavin Enck under the lineage of Rosendo Diaz and Royler Gracie, and instructs defensive tactics for law enforcement and military personnel. The coaching staff also includes BJJ coach Alex Maxey, striking and self-defense coach Evan Samad, a former collegiate wrestler with professional MMA victories, and striking and fitness coach Marcus Finch. Programs feature adult Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, kids jiu-jitsu, wrestling, striking and fitness conditioning, and individualized private coaching sessions.
Mat Lab Brazilian JiuJitsu
Gahanna, OH
Mat Lab Brazilian Jiu Jitsu operates at 1665 Taylor Rd in Gahanna, Ohio 43230. The academy provides martial arts classes for children and adults, offering novice to advanced instruction in the art of Brazilian Jiu Jitsu. Instruction at the academy is guided by Professor Travis Haynes. Training incorporates Carlson Gracie Brazilian Jiu Jitsu heritage alongside a Hayastan No Gi affiliation that brings specialized instruction in Judo, Sambo and Wrestling to the Mat Lab. Class offerings include BJJ ALL LEVELS, Kid Jitsu, Kid JITSU ADVANCED, and Adult BJJ GI/No Gi. Students can participate in Self-Defense training as well as Competition training. The weekly timetable runs Monday through Saturday, featuring dedicated ADULT DRILL and ADULT SPARRING sessions on Saturdays.