Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Schools in Cincinnati, OH

9 of the 65 martial arts schools we list in Cincinnati have a dedicated Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu program. "Martial arts" on a map search lumps BJJ mats in with karate dojos, taekwondo studios, and kickboxing gyms, so grappling-specific searches drown in strikers that never teach a guard pass. Every school tagged here has BJJ confirmed as an actual class on its own schedule or program page, not just a mention in a general "martial arts offered" list.

Bendu Academy Kids classesFree trial classBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingMMA

4101 Spring Grove Ave, Cincinnati, OH 45223-1180

+15132345626 Website Directions

Capoeira Brasil Cincinnati Kids classesFree trial classBJJ / grappling

3950 Paxton Ave, Cincinnati, OH 45209-1863

+14402258863 Website Directions

Cincy Women's Fight Club Kids classesBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingMMA

3651 Harrison Ave, Cincinnati, OH 45211-5540

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Eastside Martial Arts Kids classesBJJ / grapplingKarate / taekwondoMMA

4240 Mt Carmel Tobasco Rd, Cincinnati, OH 45255

🕒 Mon – Sat 4:00pm – 8:00

+15133995711 Website Directions

Gracie Barra Cincinnati Kids classesFree trial classBJJ / grappling

8315 Beechmont Ave, Cincinnati, OH 45255-3193

+15137256619 Website Directions

Limitless Cryotherapy Kids classesBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingMMA

1009 E McMillan St, Cincinnati, OH 45206-2027

🕒 Monday : 08:00am – 08:30

+15132756954 Website Directions

Nishime Martial Arts Kids classesFree trial classBJJ / grapplingKarate / taekwondo

7012 Harrison Ave, Cincinnati, OH 45247-4212

+15133535425 Website Directions

Powell MMA and Fitness BJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingMMA

1213 York St, Cincinnati, OH 45214-2011

+15178028283 Website Directions

US Martial Arts Academy Kids classesFree trial classBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingKarate / taekwondoMMA

671 Ohio Pike, Cincinnati, OH 45245

513.752.5425 Website Directions

Ask about gi vs. no-gi before you show up. Most academies run separate gi and no-gi classes on different nights, and some require your own gi by the second week — a decent Gameness or Fuji starter runs $60-90. Also check the school's competition lineage (who's the black belt under, and which federation they compete in); it tells you more about instruction quality than the website ever will.

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Good to know

How much do BJJ classes cost per month?
Most U.S. academies charge $150-200/month for unlimited BJJ classes, with some bundling in no-gi or open mat for the same price. Drop-in classes typically run $20-30, and many gyms waive the enrollment fee if you sign up during a trial week.

Do BJJ gyms offer a free trial class?
Yes — the large majority of U.S. BJJ academies, including chains like Gracie Barra and 10th Planet affiliates, offer one free trial class or a discounted first week (often $19-49) so new students can try a roll before committing to a monthly membership.