5 Best BJJ Gyms in Cincinnati (2026)
Ranked by the Let's Roll Roll Score™ · Updated August 2026
Cincinnati BJJ Snapshot
Why Cincinnati for BJJ
Cincinnati is home to a committed Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu community, anchored by Bendu Academy - MMA, Jiu Jitsu, Muay Thai, and Wrestling, Limitless Brazilian Jiu Jitsu & Fitness, and Powell MMA and Fitness (Jiu Jitsu, Kickboxing, Wrestling). It has 6 academies and 23 weekly open mats listed on Let's Roll.
Quick Picks
Where the Top 5 Are
Pins are numbered by Roll Score rank. Tap a pin for the gym.
The Rankings
- 1Google5.0(242)5 open mats/wkHigh confidence
Why #1: Highest-rated gym in Cincinnati — 5.0★ across 242 reviews.
Best for: No-gi & submission grapplers, kids & families, and women's-class seekers.
- 2Google5.0(229)$40 drop-in1 open mat/wkHigh confidence
Why #2: One of the most-reviewed gyms in Cincinnati — 229 reviews at 5.0★.
Best for: Competitors, no-gi & submission grapplers, and kids & families.
- 3Google5.0(187)1 open mat/wkHigh confidence
Why #3: 5.0★ from 187 reviews — a consistently well-reviewed Cincinnati academy.
Best for: Brand-new beginners, kids & families, and travelers dropping in.
- 4US Martial Arts Academy89ExcellentGoogle5.0(45)6 open mats/wkSolid confidence
Why #4: Busiest open-mat schedule in the top 10 — 6 a week.
Best for: Kids & families and travelers dropping in.
- 5Maness Jiu Jitsu and Self Defense88ExcellentGoogle5.0(40)3 open mats/wkSolid confidence
Why #5: 5.0★ from 40 reviews — a consistently well-reviewed Cincinnati academy.
Best for: Kids & families and travelers dropping in.
Compare All Top 5
| Gym | Area | Roll Score | Rating | Reviews | Drop-In |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bendu Academy - MMA, Jiu Jitsu, Muay Thai, and Wrestling | — | 97Elite | 5.0 | 242 | — |
| Limitless Brazilian Jiu Jitsu & Fitness | — | 96Elite | 5.0 | 229 | $40 |
| Powell MMA and Fitness (Jiu Jitsu, Kickboxing, Wrestling) | — | 96Elite | 5.0 | 187 | — |
| US Martial Arts Academy | — | 89Excellent | 5.0 | 45 | — |
| Maness Jiu Jitsu and Self Defense | — | 88Excellent | 5.0 | 40 | — |
Which Cincinnati Gym Fits You?
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Plan Your BJJ Weekend in Cincinnati
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Train This Weekend in Cincinnati
The best open mats, no-gi sessions, and drop-in-friendly rounds, Friday through Sunday.
📅 Friday
- Maness Jiu Jitsu and Self Defense — Open Mat · 5:00 AM
- Gracie Cincinnati BJJ — Open Mat · 12:00 PM
- Powell MMA and Fitness (Jiu Jitsu, Kickboxing, Wrestling) — Open Mat · 5:00 PM
- US Martial Arts Academy — Adult Open Mat · 5:45 PM
- Limitless Brazilian Jiu Jitsu & Fitness — Open Mat · 6:00 PM
📅 Saturday
- Gracie Cincinnati BJJ — Open Mat · 10:00 AM
- Bendu Academy - MMA, Jiu Jitsu, Muay Thai, and Wrestling — Open Mat · 10:00 AM
- Bendu Academy - MMA, Jiu Jitsu, Muay Thai, and Wrestling — Open Mat (Members Only) · 10:00 AM
- Maness Jiu Jitsu and Self Defense — Open Mat · 11:00 AM
- Gracie Cincinnati BJJ — Open Mat · 11:00 AM
📅 Sunday
- Bendu Academy - MMA, Jiu Jitsu, Muay Thai, and Wrestling — Wrestling · 10:00 AM
- Bendu Academy - MMA, Jiu Jitsu, Muay Thai, and Wrestling — Muay Thai · 11:00 AM
- Bendu Academy - MMA, Jiu Jitsu, Muay Thai, and Wrestling — Open Mat · 12:00 PM
Frequently asked
- How many BJJ gyms are in Cincinnati?
- Let's Roll lists 6 Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu gyms in Cincinnati, Ohio. The top 5 are ranked above by Roll Score.
- Which is the best-rated BJJ gym in Cincinnati?
- Bendu Academy - MMA, Jiu Jitsu, Muay Thai, and Wrestling has the highest rating in Cincinnati at 5.0★ across 242 Google reviews.
- What's the cheapest drop-in in Cincinnati?
- Among the top gyms, Limitless Brazilian Jiu Jitsu & Fitness has the lowest published drop-in at $40. Prices in the area vary; many gyms offer a free first class.
- Where are the best open mats in Cincinnati?
- There are 23 weekly open mats across 6 gyms in Cincinnati. See "Train This Weekend" above for what's on this Friday, Saturday, and Sunday.
- What's the best BJJ gym for beginners in Cincinnati?
- Powell MMA and Fitness (Jiu Jitsu, Kickboxing, Wrestling) is a strong beginner pick — it runs dedicated fundamentals classes and carries one of the highest Roll Scores in Cincinnati.
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How the Roll Score™ works
The Roll Score is Let's Roll's ranking metric, from 0 to 100. It's 80% a confidence-weighted Google rating (using a Wilson score, so a 5.0 from 3 reviews can't outrank a 4.8 from 600) and 20% review volume. As verified Let's Roll member reviews and check-ins grow, they'll factor in too. Rankings recompute regularly — last updated August 2026.