Mixed Martial Arts Gyms and Training in San Diego, CA

9 of the 189 martial arts schools we list in San Diego 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.

American Kenpo Karate & Kickboxing & Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Kids classesBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingKarate / taekwondoMMA

3030 El Cajon Blvd, San Diego, CA 92104

6192836596 Website Directions

Bujinkan Taka-Seigi Dojo San Diego Kids classesFree trial classMuay thai / kickboxingKarate / taekwondoMMA

9865 Businesspark Ave, San Diego, CA 92131-1139

+18582083583 Website Directions

Dick Willett's American Kenpo Karate Association Senior Council -AKKA Kids classesBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingKarate / taekwondoMMA

3030 El Cajon Blvd, San Diego, CA 92104-1316

+16027215074 Website Directions

Double Kick Kids classesFree trial classMuay thai / kickboxingKarate / taekwondoMMA

7580 Clairemont Mesa Blvd, San Diego, CA 92111

+18583092355 Website Directions

Full Potential Martial Arts Academy Kids classesFree trial classBJJ / grapplingKarate / taekwondoMMA

3323 Carmel Mountain Rd, San Diego, CA 92121-1035

🕒 Sat, 08 Feb 2025 09:13:28 +0000

+18584619223 Website Directions

Manna's Martial Arts

12285 World Trade Dr, San Diego, CA 92128-3772

+18584876470 Website Directions

Practical Karate Kids classesFree trial classBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingKarate / taekwondoMMA

4170 Morena Blvd, San Diego, CA 92117-5203

+18582918362 Website Directions

RB Training Systems BJJ / grapplingKarate / taekwondoMMA

7894 Ronson Rd, San Diego, CA 92111-1909

+16199922753 Website Directions

Rebellion MMA Kids classesBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingMMA

9825 Carroll Centre Rd, San Diego, CA 92126-6508

🕒 Mon 12pm-8:30pm, Tue 11am-8:30pm, Wed 12pm-8:30pm, Thu 11am-8:30pm, Fri 12pm-9:15pm, Sat 10am-2pm

+18585361100 Website Directions

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

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.