MMA Gyms in Fort Lauderdale, FL

3 of the 22 martial arts schools we list in Fort Lauderdale 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.

A & M BJJ Free trial classBJJ / grapplingMMA

5300 Powerline Rd, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33309-3154

+19549006197 Website Directions

Athlas Training Team Kids classesFree trial classBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingMMA

582 SW Flagler Ave, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33301-2836

+19546380860 Website Directions

Kaizen Mixed Martial Arts Academy MMA

11 SW 11th St, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33315-1225

+13057884986 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.