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Jiu Jitsu in Ohio

239 academies across 136 cities

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Jiu Jitsu Scene in Ohio

Ohio's BJJ scene is thriving with 320 academies spread across major cities like Columbus, Cleveland, and Cincinnati. The state hosts several IBJJF-recognized tournaments yearly and has a strong connection to the MMA community. Many gyms offer both gi and no-gi training, with a notable emphasis on competition preparation and technical development.

Women's BJJ

Ohio's BJJ community actively promotes women's participation through dedicated classes and female-only training sessions at many academies, with an increasing number of women-led programs across the state.

Kids' BJJ

The state's BJJ academies put a strong emphasis on youth development, with most gyms offering structured kids' programs that focus on both technique and character building.

For Beginners

Newcomers to BJJ in Ohio benefit from numerous beginner-friendly academies offering structured fundamentals programs and flexible training schedules.

Find BJJ Academies by City

Akron

4 academies

Alliance

1 academy

Amherst

1 academy

Athens

1 academy

Austintown

1 academy

Avon

1 academy

Avon Lake

1 academy

Bay Village

1 academy

Beachwood

2 academies

Bellefontaine

1 academy

Bettsville

1 academy

Boardman

1 academy

Bowling Green

2 academies

Brecksville

1 academy

Broadview Heights

1 academy

Brook Park

2 academies

Brunswick

1 academy

Cambridge

1 academy

Canal Fulton

1 academy

Canfield

1 academy

Celina

3 academies

Centerville

1 academy

Chesterland

1 academy

Chillicothe

1 academy

Cincinnati

16 academies

Cleveland

3 academies

Cleveland Heights

2 academies

Clyde

1 academy

Columbus

11 academies

Cortland

1 academy

Cuyahoga Falls

2 academies

Dayton

4 academies

Delaware

3 academies

Dublin

4 academies

East Liverpool

1 academy

Fairfield

1 academy

Fairlawn

1 academy

Fairview Park

2 academies

Findlay

1 academy

Franklin

1 academy

Gahanna

2 academies

Gallipolis

1 academy

Geneva

1 academy

Grand Rapids

1 academy

Greenville

1 academy

Grove City

2 academies

Groveport

1 academy

Hamilton

1 academy

Hartville

1 academy

Heath

2 academies

Hilliard

6 academies

Hinckley

1 academy

Huber Heights

1 academy

Jackson

1 academy

Johnstown

1 academy

Kent

2 academies

Kettering

1 academy

Lakewood

1 academy

Lancaster

2 academies

Lebanon

1 academy

Lewis Center

3 academies

Lexington

1 academy

Lima

1 academy

Lisbon

1 academy

Logan

1 academy

Lorain

1 academy

Loveland

2 academies

Lyndhurst

1 academy

Maineville

4 academies

Mansfield

2 academies

Maple Heights

1 academy

Marietta

1 academy

Marion

1 academy

Marysville

2 academies

Mason

1 academy

Massillon

1 academy

Masury

1 academy

Maumee

2 academies

Mayfield Heights

1 academy

Medina

1 academy

Mentor

3 academies

Mentor-On-The-Lake

1 academy

Middleburg Heights

2 academies

Middleport

1 academy

Milford

2 academies

Mt Gilead

1 academy

Mt Vernon

1 academy

New Carlisle

1 academy

New Middletown

1 academy

Newton Falls

1 academy

North Canton

3 academies

North Olmsted

1 academy

North Ridgeville

1 academy

Northfield

1 academy

Norwalk

2 academies

Ostrander

1 academy

Oxford

1 academy

Parma

3 academies

Perrysburg

1 academy

Pickerington

2 academies

Plain City

1 academy

Port Clinton

1 academy

Powell

1 academy

Ravenna

2 academies

Reynoldsburg

3 academies

Rocky River

2 academies

Ross

1 academy

Solon

1 academy

South Euclid

2 academies

Springfield

3 academies

St Clairsville

1 academy

Steubenville

1 academy

Strongsville

1 academy

Tallmadge

2 academies

Toledo

4 academies

Trotwood

1 academy

Troy

1 academy

Twinsburg

2 academies

Uhrichsville

1 academy

Uniontown

1 academy

Upper Sandusky

1 academy

Vandalia

1 academy

Vermilion

1 academy

Wadsworth

1 academy

Warren

3 academies

Warrensville Heights

2 academies

West Chester Township

8 academies

West Portsmouth

1 academy

Westerville

2 academies

Williamsburg

1 academy

Willoughby

4 academies

Wilmington

1 academy

Wooster

2 academies

Youngstown

2 academies

Zanesfield

1 academy

Zanesville

1 academy

Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu in Ohio

Ohio offers a vibrant Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu community with 239 academies across 136 cities. The BJJ scene continues to grow, with many academies offering comprehensive training programs for all skill levels.

Explore academies in popular locations like Cincinnati, Columbus and West Chester Township. Many schools offer free trial classes for new students.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does BJJ training cost in Ohio?

Monthly membership fees typically range from $100-175, with prices higher in major cities and lower in smaller towns.

Are there many competition opportunities in Ohio?

Yes, Ohio hosts multiple IBJJF and NAGA tournaments annually, plus numerous local competitions throughout the state.

What's the best area in Ohio for BJJ training?

Columbus has the highest concentration of BJJ schools, followed by Cleveland and Cincinnati, each offering diverse training options.