Mixed Martial Arts Gyms and Training in Alabama

17 of the 328 martial arts schools we track in Alabama have mixed martial arts programs. Find martial arts academies offering structured Mixed Martial Arts (MMA) instruction combining striking, wrestling, and submission grappling. These facilities cater to all skill levels, ranging from beginners focusing on fitness to amateur fighters preparing for competition. Before contacting a gym, check whether their curriculum integrates separate discipline classes like Muay Thai and BJJ or offers dedicated MMA combination sessions. Full listings for every city are on the Alabama page.

Huntsville 4

10th Planet Jiu Jitsu Kids classesFree trial classBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingMMA

2604 Mirabeau Dr, Huntsville, AL 35805

+12563613882 Website All Huntsville martial arts schools

Arsenal Combat Sports Club Kids classesBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingMMA

1808 Sportsman Ln NW, Huntsville, AL 35816-1442

+12562920025 Website All Huntsville martial arts schools

Powell's MMA System Kids classesBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingMMA

2650 Jordan Ln NW, Huntsville, AL 35816

+12564799203 Website All Huntsville martial arts schools

Whitlow's Academy of Wu Gung Tao

3400 Blue Springs Rd Suite A-4 , Huntsville, AL 35810

+12564576877 Website All Huntsville martial arts schools

Birmingham 2

10th Planet Jiu Jitsu Birmingham - MMA & Fitness Free trial classBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingMMA

7001 Crestwood Blvd, Birmingham, AL 35210-2332

+12058683002 Website All Birmingham martial arts schools

Fight Club Fitness Kids classesFree trial classBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingMMA

7001 Crestwood Blvd Ste 614, Birmingham, AL 35210

2052065632 Website All Birmingham martial arts schools

Florence 2

Florence BJJ BJJ / grapplingMMA

SONIC, 2841 Florence Blvd, Florence, AL 35630-9555

+12566483843 Website All Florence martial arts schools

Florence Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu BJJ / grapplingMMA

212 N Court St, Florence, AL 35630-4853

+12565778647 Website All Florence martial arts schools

Daphne 1

Championship Mixed Martial Arts and Fitness MMA

1410 US Highway 98, Daphne, AL 36526-0137

+12516210304 Website All Daphne martial arts schools

Decatur 1

10th Planet Jiu Jitsu Decatur Kids classesFree trial classBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingKarate / taekwondoMMA

108 Lenwood Rd SE, Decatur, AL 35603

+12565661551 Website All Decatur martial arts schools

Foley 1

Gracie United-Team Jucao Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Kids classesFree trial classBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingMMA

213 9th Ave, Foley, AL 36535

+12059196473 Website All Foley martial arts schools

Jasper 1

Gracie United/Team Jucao Jasper Kids classesFree trial classBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingMMA

101 19th St W, Jasper, AL 35501

+12053882586 Website All Jasper martial arts schools

Mobile 1

AMP Mixed Martial Arts MMA

65 Sidney Phillips Dr, Mobile, AL 36607-2508

+15408468900 Website All Mobile martial arts schools

Morris 1

Gracie United Team Jucao - Morris Kids classesFree trial classBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingMMA

8530 Highway 31 N, Morris, AL 35116-1242

+12053882586 Website

Northport 1

Misfit Martial Arts Kids classesFree trial classBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingMMA

6300 Highway 69 N, Northport, AL 35473-1508

🕒 5:30

+12057658300 Website All Northport martial arts schools

Opelika 1

Kage Fit Kids classesBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingMMA

3495 Waverly Pkwy, Opelika, AL 36801

+13343632727 Website All Opelika martial arts schools

Tuscaloosa 1

American Top Team Tuscaloosa Kids classesFree trial classBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingMMA

1110 15th St, Tuscaloosa, AL 35401-3392

🕒 10:00am

+12058266400 Website All Tuscaloosa martial arts schools

Sparring rules: Most gyms require a minimum of 3 to 6 months of foundational training plus coach approval before allowing live MMA sparring.

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Good to know about mixed martial arts gyms and training

How much do MMA gym memberships typically cost?
Monthly membership fees for MMA training range between $120 and $250 per month across the United States. Unlimited class packages that cover BJJ, Muay Thai, and wrestling usually cost around $180 to $220 monthly. Many academies also charge a one-time registration fee of $50 to $100.

Do I need prior experience to start MMA training?
No prior experience is required to enroll in beginner MMA or fundamental conditioning classes. Instructors break down basic stance, striking combinations, takedown mechanics, and ground positions step by step. Most students train for 3 to 6 months before advancing to intermediate contact drills.

What mandatory gear is needed for beginner MMA classes?
Beginners need fitted workout clothing, hand wraps, a mouthguard, and 16oz boxing gloves for heavy bag and pad work. As you progress to grappling and light sparring, you will need 7oz MMA sparring gloves, shin guards, and a groin cup. Essential starter gear bundles cost approximately $120 to $200.

How to become a certified yoga instructor?
To become a certified yoga instructor, complete a Registered Yoga School program, usually requiring 200 hours of training covering anatomy, philosophy, and instruction techniques. Afterward, register with an official organization like Yoga Alliance to receive your credential. For guided martial arts and fitness instructor pathways, explore options on MartialArtsAtlas.

Where did brazilian jiu jitsu come from?
Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu originated in Brazil in the early 20th century. It developed from Kodokan Judo ground fighting fundamentals brought to South America by Japanese martial artist Mitsuyo Maeda, which were then adapted by the Gracie family. MartialArtsAtlas helps students find qualified BJJ academies nationwide.