MMA Gyms in Springfield, IL

5 of the 17 martial arts schools we list in Springfield 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.

American Jujitsu Kids classesFree trial classBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingMMA

1615 W Jefferson St, Springfield, IL 62702-4772

+12175880170 Website Directions

Commando Krav Maga West Springfield MMA

3305 Robbins Rd, Springfield, IL 62704

2178011296 Directions

Gracie Humaita JiuJitsu BJJ / grapplingMMA

116 E Edwards St, Springfield, IL 62704-1901

+12178914514 Website Directions

Paladin Combatives Free trial classBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingMMA

728 S 14th St, Springfield, IL 62703-1746

🕒 Monday - Friday: 4:30pm - 8pm

+12177415767 Website Directions

Springfield Karate and Fitness Kids classesBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingKarate / taekwondoMMA

761 S Durkin Dr, Springfield, IL 62704-1311

🕒 Monday & Wednesday 6 pm-6:45 pm

+12177268893 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.