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Cincinnati MMA Academy

Fairfield, Ohio

Google: 4.8 (26 reviews)Yelp: 5.0 (1 reviews)

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About Cincinnati MMA Academy

A leading-edge martial arts academy bringing together instructors from world-renowned lineages to provide functional self-defense training and athletic competition for high-level combat athletes.

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An academy bringing together instructors from world-renowned lineages to provide functional self-defense training and athletic competition for high-level combat athletes, with a focus on fitness, mindful training, and self-defense.

Class Hours

Saturday: 10 AM–12 PM
Sunday: Closed
Monday: 5–9 PM
Tuesday: 5–9 PM
Wednesday: 5–9 PM
Thursday: 5–9 PM
Friday: 5–9 PM

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Third-Party Ratings

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4.8

26 Google reviews

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5.0

1 Yelp reviews

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Programs & Highlights

Programs & Classes

Gi BJJ

Amenities

Dedicated training space (mat) for all nine disciplines
Room to spar
Room to drill
On-site shooting range
Speakeasy inside the facility
Open mat sessions

Membership Options

Single Track
All Access
Kids Program

Instructors & Team

Sean Sutton
Greg Randell
Matt Sylvester
Keaton Shumard
Charles Mahabir
Cole Sutton
Jim Lentz
Jim Cornish
Dirk Domaschko
Seth Lindberg

Key Features

Self-defense
Athletic competition
Mindful training
Co-located with Premier of Princeton-Glendale Road

Ideal For

Individuals seeking functional self-defense
Athletic competitors looking for high-level training
Fitness enthusiasts

Belt Ranks

BJJ Black Belt (under Burton Richardson; Egan Inoue lineage) — Sean Sutton
BJJ Brown Belt — Greg Randell
BJJ Purple Belt — Matt Sylvester
BJJ Purple Belt — Keaton Shumard
BJJ Purple Belt — Charles Mahabir
BJJ Purple Belt — Cole Sutton
BJJ — Purple Belt — Charles Mahabir
Kenpo — Sandan (3rd Degree Black Belt) — Jim Lentz
Hojustsu-Ryu — Shodan (1st Degree Black Belt) — Jim Lentz
Kenpo — Yodan (4th Degree Black Belt) — Jim Cornish
Aikikai — Sandan (3rd Degree Black Belt) — Dirk Domaschko
Aikikai — Shodan (1st Degree Black Belt) — Seth Lindberg
Judo Brown Belt — Sean Sutton

Instructors

Instructor Spotlight

Sean Sutton leads from a BJJ black belt earned under Burton Richardson in the Egan Inoue lineage, and he also holds a Judo brown belt. Alongside Greg Randell, Matt Sylvester, Keaton Shumard, Charles Mahabir, Cole Sutton, Jim Lentz, Jim Cornish, Dirk Domaschko, and Seth Lindberg, he helps shape a coaching culture built around self-defense, athletic competition, and mindful training. Students can expect instruction that draws from multiple martial arts traditions while staying grounded in functional application.

FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

What BJJ classes does Cincinnati MMA Academy offer?

Cincinnati MMA Academy offers Gi BJJ in Fairfield, OH. The academy also supports training across nine disciplines in a dedicated mat space, with open mat sessions, room to spar, and room to drill for students who want extra mat time.

Is Cincinnati MMA Academy good for beginners?

Yes, the academy’s focus on functional self-defense and mindful training makes it approachable for new students. Gi BJJ classes are led by instructors with black-, brown-, and purple-belt experience, giving beginners access to a structured room with multiple coaching perspectives.

Where is Cincinnati MMA Academy in Fairfield, OH?

Cincinnati MMA Academy is located at 4845 Premier Way Suite 3 in Fairfield, OH. It is co-located with Premier of Princeton-Glendale Road, which makes the academy easy to identify when you arrive for BJJ in Fairfield.

Who teaches at Cincinnati MMA Academy?

The coaching team includes Sean Sutton, Greg Randell, Matt Sylvester, Keaton Shumard, Charles Mahabir, Cole Sutton, Jim Lentz, Jim Cornish, Dirk Domaschko, and Seth Lindberg. Their backgrounds span BJJ, Judo, Kenpo, Hojustsu-Ryu, and Aikikai.

Does Cincinnati MMA Academy offer a free trial class?

The website is https://cincymma.com, and that is the best place to check current introductory options. The academy’s listed amenities include open mat sessions, a dedicated training space, room to spar, and room to drill for Gi BJJ students.