The best muay thai gyms in Ohio
Ranked by the members who actually train there — Google rating weighted by review volume, across 4,168 reviews of Ohio gyms. Minimum 20 reviews to qualify, real muay thai gyms only, one location per chain, and nobody pays for a spot. Updated 2026.
#1 The Sports Plant
4.5 ★★★★★ 471 reviews · Euclid, OH
Sports complex offering basketball, bocce ball, volleyball, and martial arts, plus a bar.
“Love the improvements over the years to the courts…you all have made big investments to the space and it’s one of the few places like it on this side of town. Of course this place …” — Deontae
#2 Bendu Academy - MMA, Jiu Jitsu, Muay Thai, and Wrestling
5 ★★★★★ 243 reviews · Cincinnati, OH
“Outstanding Jiu Jitsu academy—highly recommended. I dropped in while traveling and was immediately impressed by the welcoming atmosphere, professionalism, and quality of instructio…” — Taylor
#3 Tama Martial Arts - Dayton Kettering Martial Arts
4.9 ★★★★★ 260 reviews · Dayton, OH
“Tama is an incredible school! As a lifelong martial artist i immediately fell in love with the aesthetics of the school. I love all the different disciplines offered. It even has i…” — John
#4 Limitless Brazilian Jiu Jitsu & Fitness - Jiu Jitsu, Muay Thai, Kickboxing, Wrestling & MMA.
4.9 ★★★★★ 235 reviews · Cincinnati, OH
“I joined Limitless about a year ago as a 40 year old 9-to-5er with a limited athletic background. I knew it would be a challenging experience, and the skills and fitness are defini…” — Nick
#5 Powell MMA and Fitness (Jiu Jitsu, Kickboxing, Wrestling)
5 ★★★★★ 191 reviews · Cincinnati, OH
“I recently joined this gym 12 weeks ago, and it's been an incredible experience. As someone who always wanted to get into martial arts but hesitated, finding this gym felt like the…” — Brian
#6 Jorge Gurgel Martial Arts Center West Chester
4.9 ★★★★★ 164 reviews · West Chester Township, OH
“If you are looking for a coach that will challenge you to be the best version of yourself, look no further. Professor Jorge is a UFC pioneer and an amazing coach able to see what i…” — Nathan
#7 World Kickboxing Academy
4.9 ★★★★★ 102 reviews · Cuyahoga Falls, OH
“Dropped in for the 9 AM Brazilian Jiu Jitsu class. Instructor was very professional, friendly and made me feel welcome. All of the members were friendly and made me feel welcome as…” — Michael
#8 Dayton MMA | Team Renzo Gracie
4.9 ★★★★★ 94 reviews · Beavercreek, OH
“I messaged Professor Chris before traveling to the Dayton area for a work conference that I was a novice GB BJJ white belt from the west coast wanting to keep learning while away f…” — Mark
#9 SG Brazilian Jiu Jitsu
4.9 ★★★★★ 93 reviews · Dayton, OH
“Very awesome place to train Brazilian jiu jitsu, Muay Thai, boxing, wrestling, and judo. Strong community and team focused atmosphere. Very accepting of new people. Feels like a fa…” — Chelsea
#10 Vital Combat Team
5 ★★★★★ 72 reviews · Beavercreek, OH
“I have only had about 4 or 5 classes so far and have already learned so so much! The environment is incredibly uplifting and everyone is encouraging and very helpful. I have alread…” — Thalia