The best kickboxing gyms in Ohio
Ranked by the members who actually train there — Google rating weighted by review volume, across 9,041 reviews of Ohio gyms. Minimum 20 reviews to qualify, real kickboxing 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 ★★★★★ 261 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 Legacy Martial Arts Academy
5 ★★★★★ 222 reviews · Hamilton, OH
“Our family absolutely loves Legacy Martial Arts and 50/50 CrossFit! I’ve been going to 50/50 CrossFit since January, and from the very beginning it has felt like family. The coache…” — Sara
#5 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
#6 TITLE Boxing Club Westlake
4.9 ★★★★★ 220 reviews · Westlake, OH
Upbeat gym for boxing classes and fitness training on heavy bags.
“Absolutely the best work I ever had along with the best group of people I've ever encountered with. From the first day I walked through the door, I felt welcomed and invited. Along…” — Nicole
#7 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
#8 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
#9 Upgraded Industries
4.9 ★★★★★ 156 reviews · Mentor, OH
“It took me a long time to finally cancel a membership for a gym I ultimately grew out of love for. I do not enjoy working out consistently by myself so I am overjoyed that DJ and h…” — Kristen
#10 9Round Westerville
5 ★★★★★ 135 reviews · Westerville, OH
Efficient gym specializing in 30-minute workouts often involving cardio kickboxing moves, circuits and strength training.
“I'm not super athletic, but want to be healthy and move more. I appreciated that the team at 9Round met me where I was and made modifications I needed to succeed and get a good wor…” — Gethealthywithz