Mixed Martial Arts Gyms and Training in Arizona
38 of the 704 martial arts schools we track in Arizona 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 Arizona page.
Phoenix 8
Black Sun Boxing 黑日拳法 - Wing Chun MMA, Catch Wrestling, Kickboxing BJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingMMA
6815 S 44th Way, Phoenix, AZ 85042-5383
🕒 Classes Saturdays 9:00am-10:00am
Fit-Defense MMA MMA
12950 N 7th St, Phoenix, AZ 85022-5500
Kombative Concepts Martial Arts Kids classesFree trial classBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingKarate / taekwondoMMA
41125 N Daisy Mountain Dr, Phoenix, AZ 85086
Loco Dojo Kids classesBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingKarate / taekwondoMMA
1510 E Bell Rd, Phoenix, AZ 85022-2701
Phoenix Krav Maga and Fitness Kids classesMMA
41780 W Opportunity Way Bldg 2, Phoenix, AZ 85086
Refuge BJJ Kids classesFree trial classBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingMMA
711 E Carefree Hwy, Phoenix, AZ 85085-0101
🕒 Mon 9:30am-8pm, Tue 10:30am-8pm, Wed 9:30am-8pm, Thu 10:30am-8pm, Fri 10:30am-8pm, Sat 9am-12:30pm
Strong Heart Academy Kids classesFree trial classBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingMMA
3130 E Union Hills Dr, Phoenix, AZ 85050-0001
TNT MMA Training Center Kids classesFree trial classBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingKarate / taekwondoMMA
1515 W Deer Valley Rd, Phoenix, AZ 85027-2018
Mesa 7
Precision Mixed Martial Arts Kids classesBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingKarate / taekwondoMMA
1908 E McKELLIPS Rd, Mesa, AZ 85203
Arizona Shingitai Yudanshakai BJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingMMA
4210 E Main St, Mesa, AZ 85205-8607
Farias Jiu-Jitsu Kids classesFree trial classBJJ / grapplingMMA
5257 E Brown Rd, Mesa, AZ 85205-4308
🕒 7am & 9am Monday – Friday
Precision Martial Arts Kids classesBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingKarate / taekwondoMMA
5757 E McKellips Rd, Mesa, AZ 85215-2764
Spartan Nation Combatives and Fitness Kids classesFree trial classBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingMMA
3929 E Main St, Mesa, AZ 85205
🕒 At 4:30 PM Monday through Thursday, we off...
Tigers Lair Martial Arts Academy BJJ / grapplingMMA
6056 E Baseline Rd Ste 105, Mesa, AZ 85206
United MMA East Mesa Kids classesBJJ / grapplingMMA
1925 S Sossaman Rd, Mesa, AZ 85209-4100
Tempe 4
Arizona Combat Sports Kids classesBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingMMA
1425 W 14th St, Tempe, AZ 85281-6908
🕒 Monday – Friday: 9:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Fluid Martial Arts Academy Kids classesBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingKarate / taekwondoMMA
3136 S McClintock Dr, Tempe, AZ 85282-8001
Jay Pages Jiu-Jitsu & MMA Kids classesFree trial classBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingKarate / taekwondoMMA
6745 S Harl Ave, Tempe, AZ 85283-4330
Phoenix JKD Free trial classBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingMMA
6745 S Harl Ave, Tempe, AZ 85283-4330
🕒 Monday: Competition Class 5pm - 6pm
Prescott 3
Average Joe's MMA Free trial classBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingKarate / taekwondoMMA
546 6th St, Prescott, AZ 86301-2014
🕒 Mon-Fri: 6am – 8pm
Excellence School of Jiu Jitsu - Prescott Kids classesFree trial classBJJ / grapplingMMA
3400 Gateway Blvd, Prescott, AZ 86303-6848
Mountain Tribe Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Free trial classBJJ / grapplingMMA
215 N McCormick St, Prescott, AZ 86301-2705
Chandler 2
Bautista Kajukenbo MMA Kids classesMuay thai / kickboxingMMA
950 E Pecos Rd, Chandler, AZ 85225-2401
Chandler MMA Kids classesFree trial classBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingKarate / taekwondoMMA
5955 W Ray Rd, Chandler, AZ 85226-1882
Peoria 2
Red Hawk Academy Kids classesFree trial classBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingMMA
9850 W Peoria Ave, Peoria, AZ 85345-6110
Siege Mma Kids classesFree trial classBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingMMA
14131 N Rio Vista Blvd, Peoria, AZ 85381-4917
Tucson 2
TOROTech Mixed Martial Arts Kids classesBJJ / grapplingMMA
4765 E Speedway Blvd, Tucson, AZ 85712-4730
🕒 Tue/Thu practices–Little Toros 4:30pm
Valor & Virtue Martial Arts Academy BJJ / grapplingKarate / taekwondoMMA
6906 N Camino Martin, Tucson, AZ 85741-2282
Avondale 1
10th Planet Goodyear Free trial classBJJ / grapplingMMA
513 W Western Ave, Avondale, AZ 85323-2226
Flagstaff 1
Southside Combat Academy Kids classesBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingMMA
2568 E 7th Ave, Flagstaff, AZ 86004
Gilbert 1
Sandoval Freestyle Karate Kids classesFree trial classBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingKarate / taekwondoMMA
1522 S Gilbert Rd, Gilbert, AZ 85296-4018
Glendale 1
2KnuckleSports MMA & Fitness – Glendale Kids classesFree trial classBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingKarate / taekwondoMMA
9250 N 43rd Ave, Suites 10–13, Glendale, AZ 85302
Goodyear 1
Phoenix BJJ & MMA Kids classesFree trial classBJJ / grapplingMMA
500 N Bullard Ave, Goodyear, AZ 85338-2520
Kingman 1
Kingman Riot MMA LLC Kids classesBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingMMA
810 Eastern St, Kingman, AZ 86401
Lake Havasu City 1
Arevalo Academy Kids classesBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingKarate / taekwondoMMA
3611 Jamaica Blvd S, Lake Havasu City, AZ 86406
+19288550505 Website All Lake Havasu City martial arts schools
Queen Creek 1
Ethos Martial Arts Kids classesBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingKarate / taekwondoMMA
18530 E San Tan Blvd, Queen Creek, AZ 85142-2200
Scottsdale 1
Fight Ready MMA & Fitness Gym Kids classesFree trial classBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingMMA
8666 E Shea Blvd, Scottsdale, AZ 85260
Surprise 1
Proving Ground MMA Kids classesFree trial classBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingMMA
12851 W Bell Rd, Surprise, AZ 85378-9600
Also in Arizona
- Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Schools235
- Kids Martial Arts Classes277
- Traditional Martial Arts Schools280
- MMA Gyms116
- Family Martial Arts Classes and Academies13
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.