MMA Gyms in Glendale, AZ

3 of the 17 martial arts schools we list in Glendale have MMA training. "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.

2KnuckleSports MMA & Fitness – Glendale Kids classesFree trial classBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingKarate / taekwondoMMA

9250 N 43rd Ave, Suites 10–13, Glendale, AZ 85302

480-447-9138 Website Directions

MMA 101 MMA

6960 N 57th Dr, Glendale, AZ 85301-3236

+16028560145 Directions

Victory PHX Martial Arts - Glendale Kids classesFree trial classBJJ / grapplingMMA

5170 W Phelps Rd, Glendale, AZ 85306

+16235339968 Website Directions

Sit in on a class before signing up, especially a sparring session. MMA gyms vary a lot in how hard they push contact and how experienced their coaches are with beginners, so watching a live class tells you more than any website will.

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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.