MMA Gyms in Costa Mesa, CA

10 of the 29 martial arts schools we list in Costa Mesa 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.

10th Planet Costa Mesa Kids classesFree trial classBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingMMA

1515 W MacArthur Blvd, Costa Mesa, CA 92626-1414

+17143219635 Website Directions

Beach Cities Krav Maga Kids classesFree trial classMMA

281 E 17th St, Costa Mesa, CA 92627

(949) 645-5728 Website Directions

Bunasawa-Kai Judo & Jukkendo Kids classesFree trial classBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingKarate / taekwondoMMA

254 Victoria St, Costa Mesa, CA 92627

+19496451674 Website Directions

Classic Fight Team Kids classesFree trial classBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingMMA

1515 W MacArthur Blvd, Costa Mesa, CA 92626-1414

+17146551201 Website Directions

Costa Mesa Jiu Jitsu Kids classesFree trial classBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingMMA

1870 Harbor Blvd, Costa Mesa, CA 92627-2873

+19495561178 Website Directions

Gigakick Kids classesFree trial classMuay thai / kickboxingKarate / taekwondoMMA

1510 Newport Blvd, Costa Mesa, CA 92627-3715

🕒 Mon 9am-9pm, Tue 9am-9pm, Wed 9am-9pm, Thu 9am-9pm, Fri 9am-9pm, Sat 9am-2pm

+19499197197 Website Directions

Tomacelli Academy: Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu & Mixed Martial Arts BJJ / grapplingMMA

2380 Newport Blvd, Costa Mesa, CA 92627

(860) 371-5106 Website Directions

Triunfo Jiu Jitsu & MMA Kids classesFree trial classBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingMMA

375 Bristol St, Costa Mesa, CA 92626

(949) 614-3833 Website Directions

United Studios Of Self Defense Kids classesMuay thai / kickboxingKarate / taekwondoMMA

2675 Irvine Ave Ste G, Costa Mesa, CA 92627

(949) 722-7432 Website Directions

United Studios of Self Defense - Costa Mesa Kids classesKarate / taekwondoMMA

2075 Newport Blvd Suite 112-113, Costa Mesa, CA 92626

(714) 641-1745 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.