MMA Gyms in Sarasota, FL

4 of the 40 martial arts schools we list in Sarasota 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.

Gracie Jiu Jitsu Sarasota Academy Kids classesBJJ / grapplingMMA

2876 Ringling Blvd, Sarasota, FL 34237-5331

+19087977245 Website Directions

Raiz Jiu Jitsu Sarasota Kids classesBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingMMA

7630 Lockwood Ridge Rd, Sarasota, FL 34243-4962

+18134224349 Website Directions

Siesta Key BJJ Kids classesBJJ / grapplingMMA

7360 Tamiami Trl, Sarasota, FL 34231-7004

+19412880596 Website Directions

Team Alves Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Kids classesBJJ / grapplingMMA

5566 Palmer Blvd, Sarasota, FL 34232-2734

+19417350808 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.