MMA Gyms in Baltimore, MD

4 of the 28 martial arts schools we list in Baltimore 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.

Baltimore Academy of Defence Karate / taekwondoMMA

1530 Battery Ave, Baltimore, MD 21230

🕒 12:30pm - 5:30pm

+14109296667 Website Directions

Bioma Kids classesBJJ / grapplingKarate / taekwondoMMA

5721 Pimlico Rd, Baltimore, MD 21209-4315

+14435642202 Website Directions

Charm City Mixed Martial Arts Kids classesFree trial classBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingMMA

3735 Gough St, Baltimore, MD 21224-2538

+14432418886 Website Directions

Kanjizai Academy of Jiu-Jitsu Free trial classBJJ / grapplingMMA

5710 Bellona Ave, Baltimore, MD 21212-3500

+12407713903 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.