Mixed Martial Arts Gyms and Training in North Carolina

34 of the 1,007 martial arts schools we track in North Carolina 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 North Carolina page.

Cary 2

Kalari Yoga BJJ / grapplingMMA

1793 NW Maynard Rd, Cary, NC 27513-3186

+19198888965 Website All Cary martial arts schools

TFTC Academy Cary Kids classesFree trial classBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingMMA

6408 Tryon Rd, Cary, NC 27518-7050

+19842420357 Website All Cary martial arts schools

Chapel Hill 2

Beacon Mixed Martial Arts Kids classesFree trial classBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingMMA

50051 Governors Dr, Chapel Hill, NC 27517-7017

+19849995300 Website All Chapel Hill martial arts schools

Seven Star Kung Fu Academy Kids classesFree trial classBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingKarate / taekwondoMMA

11312 US 15 501 Hwy N, Chapel Hill, NC 27517

🕒 Fri: 8am - 9pm

+19842340717 Website All Chapel Hill martial arts schools

Charlotte 2

House of Eight Limbs BJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingKarate / taekwondoMMA

801 Atando Ave, Charlotte, NC 28206-1949

+19805052389 Website All Charlotte martial arts schools

LOTUS MARTIAL ARTS ACADEMY BJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingKarate / taekwondoMMA

800 Briar Creek Rd Ste B-213, Charlotte, NC 28205

7042311684 Website All Charlotte martial arts schools

Greensboro 2

Octagon MMA and Krav Maga Kids classesBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingMMA

5715 W Market St, Greensboro, NC 27409-3298

+13364711492 Website All Greensboro martial arts schools

Octogon MMA and Krav Maga Kids classesBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingMMA

18A Wendy Ct, Greensboro, NC 27409

(336) 307-6800 Website All Greensboro martial arts schools

Hendersonville 2

FighterWithin Mixed Martial Arts, LLC Kids classesBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingKarate / taekwondoMMA

115 Four Seasons Mall, Hendersonville, NC 28792

🕒 Tuesday and Thursday 5:00pm

+18286069705 Website All Hendersonville martial arts schools

Karakido Karate Kids classesMuay thai / kickboxingKarate / taekwondoMMA

127 Four Seasons Mall, Hendersonville, NC 28792-2878

+18286970056 Website All Hendersonville martial arts schools

Hickory 2

Atlantic MMA Kids classesBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingMMA

1012 3rd Avenue Pl NW, Hickory, NC 28601-4811

🕒 Mon–Thurs: 5:30pm

+18288559151 Website All Hickory martial arts schools

Excelsior Mixed Martial Arts Kids classesFree trial classBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingMMA

3404 6th St Dr NW, Hickory, NC 28601-9092

+18285407110 Website All Hickory martial arts schools

Rocky Mount 2

Black Sheep jiu jitsu/ MMA BJJ / grapplingMMA

1073 Carriage Trl, Rocky Mount, NC 27804-9540

Website All Rocky Mount martial arts schools

Gustavo Machado Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Kids classesBJJ / grapplingMMA

1155 Jeffreys Rd, Rocky Mount, NC 27804-1866

+12529047296 Website All Rocky Mount martial arts schools

Apex 1

Open Guard BJJ Kids classesFree trial classBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingKarate / taekwondoMMA

737 Center St, Apex, NC 27502-1711

+19192309583 Website All Apex martial arts schools

Arden 1

American Top Team Asheville Kids classesBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingKarate / taekwondoMMA

375 Rockwood Rd, Arden, NC 28704-8514

+18286841338 Website All Arden martial arts schools

China Grove 1

Rowan Wrestling Academy Kids classesBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingMMA

105 N Main St, China Grove, NC 28023-2527

+17049295220 Website

Concord 1

Sun Martial Arts Kids classesFree trial classMMA

4450 Raceway Dr, Concord, NC 28027-8979

+17047438317 Website All Concord martial arts schools

Durham 1

Elevate MMA Academy BJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingMMA

2945 S Miami Blvd, Durham, NC 27703-8024

+19199088106 Website All Durham martial arts schools

East Flat Rock 1

Enigma Combat Sports Kids classesBJJ / grapplingMMA

3225 Spartanburg Hwy, East Flat Rock, NC 28726-2929

+18288080916 Website All East Flat Rock martial arts schools

Fayetteville 1

Team ROC Kids classesBJJ / grapplingMMA

226 Meed Ct, Fayetteville, NC 28303-2097

+19104878326 Website All Fayetteville martial arts schools

Fletcher 1

Mountain Division Jiu Jitsu Kids classesFree trial classBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingMMA

232 Old Airport Rd, Fletcher, NC 28732-9273

🕒 All Levels Jiu-Jitsu 11am-12pm

+18287122877 Website All Fletcher martial arts schools

Greenville 1

AAMAA Greenville Academy Mixed Martial Arts Team Gamma Kids classesFree trial classBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingMMA

427 S Evans St, Greenville, NC 27858-1835

🕒 Friday at 6:00 PM

+12524130066 Website All Greenville martial arts schools

Harrisburg 1

Team ROC Harrisburg MMA

4947 NC-49 S, Harrisburg, NC 28075

+17049068929 Website All Harrisburg martial arts schools

Jacksonville 1

Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Jacksonville NC BJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingKarate / taekwondoMMA

116 Branchwood Shopping Ctr, Jacksonville, NC 28546-5800

+19109890006 Website All Jacksonville martial arts schools

Kannapolis 1

Honest Grappling Co. Kids classesFree trial classBJJ / grapplingMMA

1772 Dale Earnhardt Blvd, Kannapolis, NC 28083-2107

+19804400931 Website All Kannapolis martial arts schools

Lexington 1

Davidson County BJJ & Section 8 MMA Kids classesBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingMMA

135 Young Dr, Lexington, NC 27292

+13362514715 Website All Lexington martial arts schools

Monroe 1

Zen Jiu-Jitsu & Fitness Kids classesBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingMMA

4612 W Highway 74, Monroe, NC 28110-8464

+17042188322 Website All Monroe martial arts schools

Mooresville 1

Lake Norman Muay Thai Kids classesFree trial classBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingMMA

107 Commons Dr, Mooresville, NC 28117

+17046571080 Website All Mooresville martial arts schools

Raeford 1

Action Zone CMA Kids classesFree trial classKarate / taekwondoMMA

6105 Phillipi Church Rd, Raeford, NC 28376-6165

+19104292467 Website All Raeford martial arts schools

Sanford 1

Ares BJJ Sanford Kids classesFree trial classBJJ / grapplingMMA

2540 Lee Ave, Sanford, NC 27332-5951

🕒 Mon 11am-9pm, Tue 5:20pm-9pm, Wed 11am-9pm, Thu 5:20pm-9pm, Fri 11am-9pm, Sat 10am-2pm

+19192926040 Website All Sanford martial arts schools

Southern Pines 1

Valhalla Combat Academy Kids classesFree trial classBJJ / grapplingMMA

1405 Central Dr, Southern Pines, NC 28387-2105

+19374185175 Website All Southern Pines martial arts schools

Statesville 1

Imperial Muay Thai Kids classesFree trial classBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingMMA

538 Turnersburg Hwy, Statesville, NC 28625-2834

+17049298761 Website All Statesville martial arts schools

Wake Forest 1

Heritage Jiu Jitsu Kids classesBJJ / grapplingMMA

745 Merritt Capital Dr, Wake Forest, NC 27587

+19192154392 Website All Wake Forest 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.