MMA Gyms in Grand Rapids, MI

6 of the 38 martial arts schools we list in Grand Rapids 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.

Carlson Gracie Grand Rapids BJJ Jiu-Jitsu BJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingMMA

2035 28th St SE, Grand Rapids, MI 49508-1535

+16163075295 Website Directions

Daniel Gracie Team Michigan BJJ / grapplingMMA

351 Summer Ave NW, Grand Rapids, MI 49504-5347

+16168884419 Website Directions

KickStart Family Martial Arts Muay thai / kickboxingKarate / taekwondoMMA

4335 Lake Michigan Dr NW, Grand Rapids, MI 49534-4588

🕒 Monday - Thursday: 5pm - 8pm

+16165400444 Website Directions

Premier Mixed Martial Arts MMA

4248 Kalamazoo Ave SE, Grand Rapids, MI 49508-3645

+12696807755 Directions

Shidokan Takuma Kyokai Karate / taekwondoMMA

5260 Division Ave S, Grand Rapids, MI 49548-5606

🕒 Mon 5pm-6pm, Wed 5pm-6pm, Mon 6pm-7:30pm, Wed 6pm-7:30pm

+16168885056 Website Directions

Triumph MMA BJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingMMA

Grand Rapids, MI

+16164503842 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.