MMA Gyms in Monterey, CA

4 of the 7 martial arts schools we list in Monterey 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.

AOE Jiu Jitsu Kids classesFree trial classBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingMMA

2440 N Fremont St, Monterey, CA 93940-6831

+18319158858 Website Directions

Monterey Martial Arts Kids classesBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingKarate / taekwondoMMA

465 Pacific St, Monterey, CA 93940-2702

+18316417342 Website Directions

Moore's Shou Shu - Monterey Bay Kids classesBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingKarate / taekwondoMMA

465 Pacific St, Monterey, CA 93940-2702

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Ragnarok Athletics Kids classesFree trial classBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingMMA

2260 N Fremont St, Monterey, CA 93940-5449

+18312754767 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.