Mixed Martial Arts Gyms and Training in Tennessee
26 of the 590 martial arts schools we track in Tennessee 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 Tennessee page.
Knoxville 3
FBS Combat Club
3551 N Broadway NE, Knoxville, TN 37917-3117
🕒 Monday - Thursday: 6am
Hero Athletics Kids classesFree trial classBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingMMA
11214 Outlet Dr, Knoxville, TN 37932
Knoxville Martial Arts Academy
6514 Chapman Hwy, Knoxville, TN 37920-6570
🕒 Saturday: 10:00 am
Alcoa 2
FITBJJ Kids classesBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingKarate / taekwondoMMA
427 Marilyn Ln, Alcoa, TN 37701-2118
New Era Martial Arts Kids classesMuay thai / kickboxingMMA
232 S Calderwood St, Alcoa, TN 37701-2120
Bartlett 2
Chilcutt's Memphis Martial Arts Kids classesFree trial classBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingKarate / taekwondoMMA
7124 Stage Rd, Bartlett, TN 38133-8959
Memphis Judo and Jui-Jitsu Karate / taekwondo
6600 Stage Rd, Bartlett, TN 38134-2863
Clarksville 2
Iron Knights Grappling Kids classesBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingMMA
400 Warfield Boulevard Ct, Clarksville, TN 37043-5954
SSF Mixed Martial Arts BJJ / grapplingMMA
812 College St, Clarksville, TN 37040-6319
🕒 Mon - Sat 9:00 AM
Collierville 2
Border Martial Arts Academy Kids classesBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingMMA
4644 Merchants Park Cir, Collierville, TN 38017
Collierville Fitness Kickboxing Kids classesBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingMMA
875 W Poplar Ave Ste 4, Collierville, TN 38017
Memphis 2
Bei Shaolin Kung Fu Institute Kids classesFree trial classBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingKarate / taekwondoMMA
3758 Summer Ave, Memphis, TN 38122-3722
Memphis Fitness Kickboxing Muay thai / kickboxing
5681 Quince Rd, Memphis, TN 38119-7017
Brentwood 1
Elite Martial Arts
6940 Moores Ln, Brentwood, TN 37027
Cookeville 1
Upper Cumberland MMA Kids classesBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingMMA
125 E Spring St, Cookeville, TN 38501-3207
Crossville 1
Crossville MMA Free trial classBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingMMA
2280 US-127, Crossville, TN 38572
Dyersburg 1
Dogwoodbjj Kids classesBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingMMA
825 E Court St, Dyersburg, TN 38024-4830
East Ridge 1
Militia Mixed Martial Arts & American Jiu-Jitsu Kids classesFree trial classBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingMMA
3920 Ringgold Rd, East Ridge, TN 37412-1643
Goodlettsville 1
The Academy Kids classesBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingMMA
907 Rivergate Pkwy, Goodlettsville, TN 37072-2300
+16159456501 Website All Goodlettsville martial arts schools
Hixson 1
Chattanooga Jiu Jitsu Academy Kids classesFree trial classBJJ / grapplingMMA
5503 Highway 153, Hixson, TN 37343
Kingsport 1
Duncan MMA Kids classesFree trial classBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingKarate / taekwondoMMA
1133 N Eastman Rd, Kingsport, TN 37664-3156
Madisonville 1
Wolves' Den Mixed Martial Arts MMA
4793 New Hwy 68, Madisonville, TN 37354
Murfreesboro 1
Guardian Mixed Martial Arts Kids classesFree trial classBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingMMA
627 Patterson Ave, Murfreesboro, TN 37129-3554
Nashville 1
Nashville MMA Training Camp MMA
1504 Elm Hill Pike, Nashville, TN 37210-3602
Rock Island 1
Machine Mixed Martial Arts Free trial classBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingKarate / taekwondoMMA
22 Young Rd, Rock Island, TN 38581
Soddy-Daisy 1
Chattanooga Mixed Martial Arts College BJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingKarate / taekwondoMMA
8408 Gulf View Dr, Soddy-Daisy, TN 37379-2210
Also in Tennessee
- Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Schools179
- Kids Martial Arts Classes202
- Traditional Martial Arts Schools245
- MMA Gyms80
- 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.