MMA Gyms in Tempe, AZ

6 of the 37 martial arts schools we list in Tempe 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.

Arizona Combat Sports Kids classesBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingMMA

1425 W 14th St, Tempe, AZ 85281-6908

🕒 Monday – Friday: 9:00 AM – 9:00 PM

+14805171960 Website Directions

DTE MMA MMA

8400 S Kyrene Rd, Tempe, AZ 85284-2100

🕒 Sun, 02 Aug 2026 10:00:57

+14808180402 Website Directions

Dragon-Snake MMA and Fitness MMA

425 S McClintock Dr, Tempe, AZ 85288-2251

+14805482432 Directions

Fluid Martial Arts Academy Kids classesBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingKarate / taekwondoMMA

3136 S McClintock Dr, Tempe, AZ 85282-8001

+14803495898 Website Directions

Jay Pages Jiu-Jitsu & MMA Kids classesFree trial classBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingKarate / taekwondoMMA

6745 S Harl Ave, Tempe, AZ 85283-4330

+14808034542 Website Directions

Phoenix JKD Free trial classBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingMMA

6745 S Harl Ave, Tempe, AZ 85283-4330

🕒 Monday: Competition Class 5pm - 6pm

+14804897202 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.