MMA Gyms in Lawrence, KS

4 of the 8 martial arts schools we list in Lawrence 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.

Ground Theory Jiu Jitsu Kids classesFree trial classBJJ / grapplingMMA

1035 E 23rd St Ste 3, Lawrence, KS 66046

7854243093 Website Directions

Lawrence Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Kids classesFree trial classBJJ / grapplingKarate / taekwondoMMA

2500 W 31st St, Lawrence, KS 66047-3004

+17855506699 Website Directions

Lawrence Tae-Kwon-Do School Karate / taekwondoMMA

1846 Vermont St, Lawrence, KS 66044-4182

+17858415661 Website Directions

Rivers Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Kids classesFree trial classBJJ / grapplingKarate / taekwondoMMA

850 E 13th St, Lawrence, KS 66044-3312

+17854180092 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.