Mixed Martial Arts Gyms and Training in Maryland
37 of the 613 martial arts schools we track in Maryland 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 Maryland page.
Columbia 4
Choe's HapKiDo of Columbia Karate Academy of Martial Arts Muay thai / kickboxingKarate / taekwondoMMA
9458 Single Bird Ln, Columbia, MD 21046-2020
Ground Control Columbia
9130 Red Branch Rd, Columbia, MD 21045-2006
Nabaiee's Family Martial Arts Muay thai / kickboxingMMA
8924 McGaw Ct, Columbia, MD 21045-4721
Rising Tide Academy Kids classesFree trial classBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingMMA
9570 Berger Rd, Columbia, MD 21046-1512
Millersville 4
Bjj Conquest Kids classesFree trial classBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingMMA
412 Headquarters Dr Ste 1, Millersville, MD 21108
Conquest Brazilian Jiu Jitsu MMA & Fitness Kids classesFree trial classBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingMMA
311 Serendipity Dr, Millersville, MD 21108-1964
🕒 Sun 9am-1pm, Mon 5am-8:30pm, Tue 5am-8:30pm, Wed 5am-8:30pm, Thu 5am-8:30pm, Fri 5am-7pm, Sat 8am-12:30pm
Conquest Mixed Martial Arts & Fitness Kids classesFree trial classBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingMMA
412 Headquarters Dr, Millersville, MD 21108-2551
Underworld BJJ Kids classesBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingMMA
301 Najoles Rd, Millersville, MD 21108-2512
Frederick 3
Bowerhouse MMA Kids classesFree trial classBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingMMA
7311 Grove Rd, Frederick, MD 21704
Clinch Academy Kids classesBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingMMA
500 Highland St, Frederick, MD 21701-6149
Groundswell MMA Kids classesFree trial classMMA
8420 Gas House Pike, Frederick, MD 21701
Crofton 2
Bellicose Martial Arts Kids classesBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingMMA
2146 Priest Bridge Ct, Crofton, MD 21114-2500
Conquest Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Kids classesFree trial classBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingMMA
2411 Crofton Ln, Crofton, MD 21114-1304
Salisbury 2
410 Academy of Martial Arts Kids classesFree trial classBJJ / grapplingMMA
2020 Windsor Dr, Salisbury, MD 21801
SBY MMA and Fitness Kids classesFree trial classBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingKarate / taekwondoMMA
600 Glen Ave, Salisbury, MD 21804-5255
Aberdeen 1
Top Flight MMA Academy Kids classesFree trial classBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingMMA
690 S Philadelphia Blvd, Aberdeen, MD 21001
Baltimore 1
Charm City Mixed Martial Arts Kids classesFree trial classBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingMMA
3735 Gough St, Baltimore, MD 21224-2538
Belcamp 1
Top Flight Mixed Martial Arts Kids classesFree trial classBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingMMA
1371 Brass Mill Rd, Belcamp, MD 21017-1239
Bethesda 1
Master Lee's Martial Arts and Family TaeKwonDo Center BJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingKarate / taekwondoMMA
4833 Bethesda Ave, Bethesda, MD 20814-5244
Cockeysville 1
FightCamp Thai Boxing Kids classesBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingMMA
153 Church Ln, Cockeysville, MD 21030-4970
Damascus 1
Royal Tiger Academy MMA Self Defense Martial Arts Kids classesFree trial classBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingKarate / taekwondoMMA
1896 Urbana Pike, Suite 6, Damascus, MD 20871
Eldersburg 1
Mad House Boxing Club Kids classesFree trial classBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingMMA
1213 Liberty Rd Ste B2, Eldersburg, MD 21784
🕒 Mon,Wed,Fri 7am-8pm, Tue,Thu 4pm-8pm, Sat 8am-2pm
Finksburg 1
Rising Tide Academy (Finksburg) Kids classesFree trial classBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingMMA
2970 Dede Rd, Finksburg, MD 21048-2340
Forest Hill 1
Method Jiu Jitsu & Mixed Martial Arts Kids classesBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingMMA
95 Osborne Pkwy, Forest Hill, MD 21050-1700
Frostburg 1
Ryoma Academy of Martial Arts
11046 New Georges Creek Rd SW, Frostburg, MD 21532-1448
Hanover 1
Rising Tide Hi Tech Martial Arts: Gracie Jiu-Jitsu, Muay Thai, MMA Kids classesBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingMMA
7030 Hi Tech Dr, Hanover, MD 21076-2274
Middle River 1
EMA Family Karate Kids classesBJJ / grapplingKarate / taekwondoMMA
1010 Wilson Point Rd, Middle River, MD 21220-5005
Mount Airy 1
Choe's Hapkido Academy of Mt Airy Kids classesMuay thai / kickboxingKarate / taekwondoMMA
3 Ridgeside Ct Ste 201, Mount Airy, MD 21771
Owings Mills 1
Burning Tree Mixed Martial Arts Kids classesFree trial classMuay thai / kickboxingKarate / taekwondoMMA
10210 S Dolfield Rd, Owings Mills, MD 21117
🕒 Sunday 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM
Riviera Beach 1
Conquest Mixed Martial Arts & Fitness Kids classesFree trial classBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingMMA
8579 Fort Smallwood Rd, Riviera Beach, MD 21122
Rockville 1
Rising Tide MoCo Kids classesFree trial classBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingMMA
5408 Randolph Rd Second Floor, Rockville, MD 20852
Silver Spring 1
Beltway Martial Arts Kids classesBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingMMA
921 Silver Spring Ave, Silver Spring, MD 20910-4619
Sykesville 1
Ground Control Sykesville Kids classesFree trial classBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingMMA
1332 Londontown Blvd, Sykesville, MD 21784-6587
Temple Hills 1
Maryland Boxing & Kickboxing Kids classesBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingKarate / taekwondoMMA
6333 Old Branch Ave, Temple Hills, MD 20748-2601
Waldorf 1
American Martial Arts Gym Kids classesBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingMMA
11805 Pika Dr, Waldorf, MD 20602-3732
Westminster 1
Mad House Boxing Club Westminster Kids classesFree trial classBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingMMA
400 N Center St uite 185, Westminster, MD 21157
White Plains 1
The Jiu-Jitsu Academy of Southern Maryland Kids classesFree trial classBJJ / grapplingKarate / taekwondoMMA
4474 White Plains Ln, White Plains, MD 20695-3019
Also in Maryland
- Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Schools139
- Kids Martial Arts Classes238
- Traditional Martial Arts Schools278
- MMA Gyms93
- Family Martial Arts Classes and Academies10
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.