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The 10 Best MMA Gyms in Columbus, OH

Updated May 2026 · Ranked from 27 verified gyms

Columbus has 27 verified MMA gyms in our directory. Here are the top 10, ranked by rating and review count, covering Martial Arts, Boxing, BJJ.

Note: rankings reflect publicly available ratings and review counts. Always visit a gym and take the free trial class before committing to a membership.

  1. 1. The Technician Dojo

    5.0 / 5 (63 reviews)

    Karate

    1991 Parsons Ave, Columbus, OH 43207 · (614) 946-7608

    The Technician Dojo offers karate in Columbus. See full details and request a trial class.

  2. 2. RIZE Boxing & Fitness

    5.0 / 5 (27 reviews)

    Boxing

    2490 Scarborough Square, Columbus, OH 43232

    RIZE Boxing & Fitness offers boxing in Columbus. See full details and request a trial class.

  3. 3. Mad Max Fight Team

    5.0 / 5 (25 reviews)

    Columbus, OH · (708) 557-0118

    Mad Max Fight Team is one of Columbus's top-rated martial arts gyms. See full details and request a trial class.

  4. 4. Mad Max's Academy (MMA)

    5.0 / 5 (25 reviews)

    Martial Arts

    317 Marshall Passage, Columbus, OH 43215 · (708) 557-0118

    Mad Max's Academy (MMA) offers martial arts in Columbus. See full details and request a trial class.

  5. 5. Bushido Martial Arts

    5.0 / 5 (12 reviews)

    Martial Arts

    2859 S High St, Columbus, OH 43207 · (614) 984-9758

    Bushido Martial Arts offers martial arts in Columbus. See full details and request a trial class.

  6. 6. Covelli Center & Jennings Wrestling Facility

    5.0 / 5 (3 reviews)

    Wrestling

    2640 Fred Taylor Drive, Columbus, OH 43210

    Covelli Center & Jennings Wrestling Facility offers wrestling in Columbus. See full details and request a trial class.

  7. 7. Bjj Mma & Fitness

    5.0 / 5 (3 reviews)

    Bethel Rd, Columbus, OH 43214

    Bjj Mma & Fitness is one of Columbus's top-rated martial arts gyms. See full details and request a trial class.

  8. 8. Neighborhood Boxing Club

    4.9 / 5 (300 reviews)

    Boxing

    4324 N High St, Columbus, OH 43214 · (614) 503-7888

    Neighborhood Boxing Club offers boxing in Columbus. See full details and request a trial class.

  9. 9. Pilger's Old Skool Boxing & Fitness Academy

    4.9 / 5 (136 reviews)

    Boxing

    664 N Hague Ave, Columbus, OH 43204 · (614) 342-0623

    Pilger's Old Skool Boxing & Fitness Academy offers boxing in Columbus. See full details and request a trial class.

  10. 10. 10th Planet Columbus

    4.9 / 5 (64 reviews)

    Martial Arts

    5084 N High St Suite 203 & 204, Columbus, OH 43214 · (567) 825-2198

    10th Planet Columbus offers martial arts in Columbus. See full details and request a trial class.

How we ranked these gyms

This list is built from publicly available rating data plus our verified gym directory. We rank by average star rating, then tie-break by review count to favor gyms with a larger, more consistent feedback sample. We don't accept payment for placement.

How to choose a gym in Columbus

  • Take the free trial. Almost every gym offers a free first class — use it to feel the room.
  • Watch a class first. See how coaches treat beginners and how upper belts roll with newer students.
  • Ask about contracts. Month-to-month is more flexible; annual saves $20–$40 a month.
  • Match the discipline to your goal. See our which martial art guide if you're undecided.

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