MMA Gyms in Cincinnati, OH

12 of the 65 martial arts schools we list in Cincinnati have MMA training. "Martial arts" search results lump boxing gyms, jiu-jitsu academies, and traditional dojos in with actual MMA gyms, and a map pin has no field to flag which ones run true mixed-discipline sparring and cage-style training. Every gym here has MMA training confirmed from its own class schedule or website, not just a passing mention of "self-defense" in a review.

Academy of Kung Fu and Tai Chi Muay thai / kickboxingKarate / taekwondoMMA

4927 Glenway Ave, Cincinnati, OH 45238-3901

+15134814406 Website Directions

Bendu Academy Kids classesFree trial classBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingMMA

4101 Spring Grove Ave, Cincinnati, OH 45223-1180

+15132345626 Website Directions

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

3651 Harrison Ave, Cincinnati, OH 45211-5540

Website Directions

Club MMA Kids classesKarate / taekwondoMMA

5724 Harrison Ave, Cincinnati, OH 45248

(513) 941-2582 Website Directions

Eastside Martial Arts Kids classesBJJ / grapplingKarate / taekwondoMMA

4240 Mt Carmel Tobasco Rd, Cincinnati, OH 45255

🕒 Mon – Sat 4:00pm – 8:00

+15133995711 Website Directions

Kemet Mixed Martial Arts Academy MMA

3630 Reading Rd, Cincinnati, OH 45229-2116

+15137513393 Directions

Limitless Cryotherapy Kids classesBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingMMA

1009 E McMillan St, Cincinnati, OH 45206-2027

🕒 Monday : 08:00am – 08:30

+15132756954 Website Directions

Miller's Karate Studios Kids classesFree trial classKarate / taekwondoMMA

3660 Washington Ave, Cincinnati, OH 45229

🕒 Monday – Tuesday 6:30 pm – 7:30

+15136080174 Website Directions

Mt. Washington Taekwondo Karate / taekwondoMMA

1715 Beacon St, Cincinnati, OH 45230

+15134281853 Website Directions

Powell MMA and Fitness BJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingMMA

1213 York St, Cincinnati, OH 45214-2011

+15178028283 Website Directions

Tae Kwon Moodo Association Karate / taekwondoMMA

2424 Washington Ave, Cincinnati, OH 45231

+15138514870 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

Sit in on a class before signing up, especially a sparring session. MMA gyms vary a lot in how hard they push contact and how experienced their coaches are with beginners, so watching a live class tells you more than any website will.

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Good to know

Do I need experience to start training MMA?
No, most MMA gyms run beginner classes that cover striking and grappling fundamentals before anyone spars live. Expect the first few weeks to focus on stance, basic strikes, and takedown defense rather than full-contact sparring.

How much does an MMA gym membership cost?
Monthly membership typically runs $100-200, though it varies by region and whether the price includes both striking and grappling classes. Some gyms charge extra for open mat time or private coaching.