MMA Gyms in Pasadena, CA

8 of the 36 martial arts schools we list in Pasadena 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.

Aragon Training Academy - Muay Thai Kids classesBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingMMA

3636 E Colorado Blvd, Pasadena, CA 91107

+16264690422 Website Directions

Common Ground Jiu Jitsu Kids classesFree trial classBJJ / grapplingMMA

464 E Colorado Blvd, Pasadena, CA 91101-2025

+16264915850 Website Directions

Fight Academy Of Pasadena Kids classesFree trial classBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingMMA

36 W Colorado Blvd, Pasadena, CA 91105

+16267370442 Website Directions

KERR Mixed Martial Arts MMA

3202 E Foothill Blvd 5-A, Pasadena, CA 91107

6263198151 Directions

Kenpo Pasadena Kids classesBJJ / grapplingKarate / taekwondoMMA

1614 E Washington Blvd, Pasadena, CA 91104-2746

+16267941700 Website Directions

Modern Martial Arts and Fitness Free trial classBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingMMA

2318 E Colorado Blvd, Pasadena, CA 91107-3655

🕒 Mon 5pm-9pm, Tue 5pm-9pm, Wed 5pm-9pm, Thu 5pm-9pm, Sat 10am-1pm

+16262271414 Website Directions

Sityodtong USA Muay thai / kickboxingMMA

160 N Rosemead Blvd, Pasadena, CA 91107

(626) 577-7800 Website Directions

Xtreme Fight Team BJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingMMA

2620 E Walnut St, Pasadena, CA 91107-6659

+16262640495 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.