Mixed Martial Arts Gyms and Training in Louisiana
27 of the 372 martial arts schools we track in Louisiana 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 Louisiana page.
Lafayette 3
Gladiators Academy of Lafayette
133 Digby Ave, Lafayette, LA 70508-6909
Headkicks Martial Arts and Fitness Kids classesMuay thai / kickboxing
6716 Johnston St, Lafayette, LA 70503-6202
The Shed
207 Chance St, Lafayette, LA 70506-5605
Metairie 2
Bayou Fighting Championship MMA and Kick Boxing Kids classesMuay thai / kickboxingMMA
4204 Newton St, Metairie, LA 70001-3527
Gracie United Metairie - Team Jucao South Kids classesFree trial classBJJ / grappling
6601 Veterans Memorial Blvd, Metairie, LA 70003-3909
New Orleans 2
Mid City MMA MMA
4910 Banks St, New Orleans, LA 70119-6609
Ronin Martial Arts & Fitness Kids classesFree trial classBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingMMA
10820 Jefferson Hwy, New Orleans, LA 70123-1814
Scott 2
Acadiana Jiu Jitsu Kids classesBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingMMA
5505 Cameron St, Scott, LA 70583-5201
🕒 Mon 9am-8pm, Tue 9am-8pm, Wed 9am-8pm, Thu 9am-8pm, Fri 9am-8pm, Sat 10am-12pm, Mon,Tue,Wed,Thu,Fri 9am-8pm, Sat 10am-12
Gladiators Academy of Lafayette Kids classesBJJ / grapplingMMA
101 North Bud Street, Scott, LA 70583
Arnaudville 1
Patrick's School of Martial Arts Kids classesMuay thai / kickboxingKarate / taekwondoMMA
1595 Courtableau St, Arnaudville, LA 70512-3213
Belle Chasse 1
New Orleans Karate Club Kids classesKarate / taekwondo
8611 LA-23, Belle Chasse, LA 70037-2503
Chalmette 1
Gracie United - Team Jucao Chalmette Kids classesBJJ / grappling
1720 E Judge Perez Dr, Chalmette, LA 70043-5671
Franklinton 1
Gracie United Franklinton Kids classesFree trial classBJJ / grappling
976 Mott St, Franklinton, LA 70438
Hammond 1
Gracie United Hammond/Ponchatoula Kids classesFree trial classBJJ / grappling
117 S Cate St, Hammond, LA 70401
Houma 1
Extreme Mix Martial Arts Kids classesBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingMMA
1221 Grand Caillou Rd, Houma, LA 70363-5556
Leesville 1
Ground Zero Combat Sports Academy, LLC
12407 Lake Charles Hwy, Leesville, LA 71446
🕒 Mon-Thu 5am-9am, Sat 8am-12pm
Mandeville 1
Gracie United BJJ / grappling
813 Florida St Ste E, Mandeville, LA 70448
Many 1
Gracie United - Team Jucao Many Kids classesFree trial classBJJ / grappling
555 San Antonio Ave, Many, LA 71449-3016
Marksville 1
Gracie United - Team Jucao Avoyelles Kids classesFree trial classBJJ / grappling
207 N Main St, Marksville, LA 71351
Minden 1
Clyde Stanley's Karate & Self-Defense Kids classesKarate / taekwondoMMA
702 Main St, Minden, LA 71055-3329
Ponchatoula 1
Gracie United Kids classesFree trial classBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingMMA
1675 Hwy 51, Ponchatoula, LA 70454
Raceland 1
Relentless Martial Arts BJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingMMA
120 White Rose Dr, Raceland, LA 70394-2644
Ruston 1
Triad Martial Arts Academy of Ruston Kids classesFree trial classBJJ / grapplingMMA
2321 S Vienna St, Ruston, LA 71270-9051
Shreveport 1
The Ranch Martial Arts - Jiu Jitsu & Boxing Private Lessons and Classes Kids classesFree trial classBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingMMA
9984 Wallace Lake Rd, Shreveport, LA 71106
Walker 1
Gracie United Walker Kids classesFree trial classBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingMMA
28050 Walker Rd S, Walker, LA 70785-6047
Youngsville 1
Gladiators Academy of Youngsville Kids classesBJJ / grapplingMMA
930 Fortune Rd, Youngsville, LA 70592-6795
Zachary 1
Zachary Martial Arts Kids classesBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingKarate / taekwondoMMA
2060 Church St, Zachary, LA 70791-2781
Also in Louisiana
- Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Schools106
- Kids Martial Arts Classes130
- Traditional Martial Arts Schools148
- MMA Gyms43
- Family Martial Arts Classes and Academies8
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.