"Martial arts" search results lump boxing gyms, jiu-jitsu academies, and traditional dojos in with actual MMA gyms, and a map pin has no field to flag which ones run true mixed-discipline sparring and cage-style training. Every gym here has MMA training confirmed from its own class schedule or website, not just a passing mention of "self-defense" in a review.
Mobile 5
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Shaolin Institute
704 Lakeside Dr, Mobile, AL 36693-5112
21:15
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Lion Pryde Muay Thai
5858 Old Pascagoula Rd, Mobile, AL 36619-2103
6:30PM
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Port City Combat Sports
7335 Airport Blvd, Mobile, AL 36608-4568
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AMP Mixed Martial Arts
65 Sidney Phillips Dr, Mobile, AL 36607-2508
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Port City MMA
Schillinger Rd S, Mobile, AL 36695
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Fight Club Fitness
7001 Crestwood Blvd Ste 614, Birmingham, AL 35210
Mon-Fri 4pm-8pm, Sat 8am-12pm, Sun 4pm-8pm
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10th Planet Jiu Jitsu Birmingham - MMA & Fitness
7001 Crestwood Blvd, Birmingham, AL 35210-2332
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Heroes Martial Arts Academy
1840 Gadsden Hwy, Birmingham, AL 35235-3484
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Jiu Jitsu in Greystone - Gracie Barra BJJ
5510 Highway 280, Birmingham, AL 35242-6547
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10th Planet Jiu Jitsu
2604 Mirabeau Dr, Huntsville, AL 35805
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Claymore Fighting & Fitness
11547 S Memorial Pkwy, Huntsville, AL 35803
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Arsenal Combat Sports Club
1808 Sportsman Ln NW, Huntsville, AL 35816-1442
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Powell's MMA System
2650 Jordan Ln NW, Huntsville, AL 35816
Dothan 2
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Wolfpack Karate & MMA
1024 S Oates St, Dothan, AL 36301-3514
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Wolfpack Mixed Martial Arts
2952 Ross Clark Cir, Dothan, AL 36301
Florence 2
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Florence Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
212 N Court St, Florence, AL 35630-4853
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Florence BJJ
SONIC, 2841 Florence Blvd, Florence, AL 35630-9555
Madison 2
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Krav Maga Worldwide of Madison
97 Hughes Rd, Madison, AL 35758-3400
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Rocket City Revolution BJJ
97 Hughes Rd, Madison, AL 35758-3400
Pelham 2
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Gracie Barra Pelham Alabama | Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu | Self-Defense
200 Bowling Ln, Pelham, AL 35124
13:17
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The Cage MMA & Fitness
200 Bowling Ln, Pelham, AL 35124-4354
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Valhalla Martial Arts
81 Big Valley Rd, Alexandria, AL 36250-7000
Anniston 1
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Tough House Wrestling Club LLC
135 Pinson Rd, Anniston, AL 36201
Attalla 1
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The GOAT MMA and Jiu-jitsu
309 4th St NW, Attalla, AL 35954-2238
Auburn 1
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Auburn Mixed Martial Arts
2515 E Glenn Ave, Auburn, AL 36830
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Kuzushi Club APB Jiu Jitsu & Ramer MMA
51310 Propst Rd, Bay Minette, AL 36507-5418
Bessemer 1
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The Dojang Martial Arts & Fitness
4823 Promenade Pkwy, Bessemer, AL 35022-7305
Mon–Thu 3pm–8pm
Cullman 1
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Triad Martial Arts Academy
1708 Tallyho St SW, Cullman, AL 35055
Daphne 1
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Championship Mixed Martial Arts and Fitness
1410 US Highway 98, Daphne, AL 36526-0137
Decatur 1
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10th Planet Jiu Jitsu Decatur
108 Lenwood Rd SE, Decatur, AL 35603
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Ross Martial Arts & Fitness Academy
1014 US-80, Demopolis, AL 36732
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I'mmortal. Kombat
1919 E Park Ave, Enterprise, AL 36330
Fairhope 1
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Port City Combat Sports - Fairhope
21611 AL-181, Fairhope, AL 36532-4423
Mon & Wed: 4:00 PM - 8:00, Sat: 11:00 AM - 12:30 PM, Sun: Closed
Foley 1
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Gracie United-Team Jucao Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
213 9th Ave, Foley, AL 36535
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Mako MMA Academy
3800 Gulf Shores Pkwy, Gulf Shores, AL 36542-2836
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Kame House MMA
13669 Highway 231 431 N, Hazel Green, AL 35750
Hoover 1
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Champions Freestyle MMA
3447 Lorna Ln, Hoover, AL 35216-5227
Jasper 1
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Gracie United/Team Jucao Jasper
101 19th St W, Jasper, AL 35501
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NXG Combat Sports & Martial Arts
4315 Atlanta Hwy, Montgomery, AL 36109
Morris 1
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Gracie United Team Jucao - Morris
8530 Highway 31 N, Morris, AL 35116-1242
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10th Planet Jiu Jitsu Muscle Shoals
605 Tyler Ave, Muscle Shoals, AL 35661-2323
22:11
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Misfit Martial Arts
6300 Highway 69 N, Northport, AL 35473-1508
5:30
Opelika 1
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Kage Fit
3495 Waverly Pkwy, Opelika, AL 36801
Saraland 1
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Panda BJJ & MMA at Brok Weaver Boxing & Big Jay Jiu-Jitsu
208 Saraland Blvd S, Saraland, AL 36571
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American Top Team Tuscaloosa
1110 15th St, Tuscaloosa, AL 35401-3392
10:00am
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Birmingham Martial Arts
3215 Endeavor Ln Ste 133, Vestavia Hills, AL 35242
Also in Alabama
- Traditional Martial Arts Schools142
- Kids Martial Arts Classes117
- Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Schools88
- Boxing Gyms86
- Self-Defense Classes and Safety Workshops26
- Karate Classes for Children and Adults23
- Kickboxing Classes for Beginners and Adults13
Good to know
Do I need experience to start training MMA?
No, most MMA gyms run beginner classes that cover striking and grappling fundamentals before anyone spars live. Expect the first few weeks to focus on stance, basic strikes, and takedown defense rather than full-contact sparring.
How much does an MMA gym membership cost?
Monthly membership typically runs $100-200, though it varies by region and whether the price includes both striking and grappling classes. Some gyms charge extra for open mat time or private coaching.
How to lose body fat percentage?
Reducing body fat percentage involves maintaining a moderate energy deficit while engaging in strength training and high-calorie combat sports. Regular practice in disciplines like MMA or Muay Thai builds lean tissue while driving down overall body fat. Users in Alabama can browse 46 verified martial arts academies offering structured weight management programs.
How to drain fluid from ear?
Draining fluid from an ear—often caused by trauma such as cauliflower ear in grappling—requires sterile medical aspiration using a syringe followed by a compression wrap. Performing this procedure at home without medical expertise carries a severe risk of infection and permanent cartilage deformity. Practicing martial artists in Alabama should consult qualified medical professionals or ask coaches at one of the 46 listed local academies for proper sports health protocols.