MMA Gyms in New Hampshire
29 of the 226 martial arts schools we track in New Hampshire 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. Full listings for every city are on the New Hampshire page.
Salem 4
Combat Zone MMA MMA
200 Main St, Salem, NH 03079-3100
New England Top Team Kids classesMuay thai / kickboxingMMA
8 Industrial Way, Salem, NH 03079-2896
Northeast Aikido BJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingKarate / taekwondoMMA
326 S Broadway, Salem, NH 03079-4502
Off Your Back Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Academy Kids classesFree trial classBJJ / grapplingKarate / taekwondoMMA
224 N Broadway, Salem, NH 03079-2114
🕒 Wednesday Kids BJJ Karate 530PM
Dover 2
Dover, NH- MMA Center Kids classesBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingKarate / taekwondoMMA
83 Main St, Dover, NH 03820-3839
Portsmouth Judo Club BJJ / grapplingKarate / taekwondoMMA
1 Washington St, Dover, NH 03820
Lebanon 2
Baan Muay Thai Academy BJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingMMA
2 Mascoma St, Lebanon, NH 03766-1375
Unita Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu BJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingMMA
2 Mascoma St, Lebanon, NH 03766-1375
Londonderry 2
Brazilian Top Team Londonderry Kids classesFree trial classBJJ / grapplingMMA
73 Rockingham Rd, Londonderry, NH 03053-2213
Valle Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Kids classesBJJ / grapplingMMA
44 Nashua Rd, Londonderry, NH 03053-3450
Manchester 2
Burgess Academy of BJJ and MMA Kids classesFree trial classBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingMMA
9 Old Falls Rd, Manchester, NH 03103-3622
🕒 Monday - Friday: 10am
National Institute Of Modern Martial Arts - NIMMA Kids classesBJJ / grapplingKarate / taekwondoMMA
Manchester, NH
Nashua 2
KTA/Karasu Tengu Academy Kids classesFree trial classBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingMMA
1 Chestnut St, Nashua, NH 03060-3383
Ultimate Mixed Martial Arts and Self Defense MMA
48 Bridge St, Nashua, NH 03060
Ashland 1
White Mountain Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and Mixed Martial Arts Club Kids classesBJJ / grapplingKarate / taekwondoMMA
13 West St, Ashland, NH 03217
Claremont 1
National Institute of Modern Martial Arts Kids classesBJJ / grapplingKarate / taekwondoMMA
140 North St, Claremont, NH 03743-2038
🕒 Monday to Friday 8:00am - 6:00pm
Concord 1
New England BJJ Academy Kids classesFree trial classBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingMMA
30 Henniker St, Concord, NH 03301-8510
Derry 1
Primal Jiu Jitsu & Mixed Martial Arts BJJ / grapplingMMA
6 A St, Derry, NH 03038-1707
Enfield 1
Upper Valley Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Kids classesBJJ / grapplingMMA
502 US Route 4, Enfield, NH 03748-3219
Exeter 1
Hero Jiu Jitsu Academy Kids classesFree trial classBJJ / grapplingMMA
3 Holland Way, Exeter, NH 03833-2938
Hampstead 1
Limitless Pride Martial Arts and Fitness Center LLC BJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingMMA
320 Sandown Rd, Hampstead, NH 03826-5411
Hooksett 1
Tokyo Joe's Studios & Team Link Hooksett Kids classesFree trial classBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingMMA
1338 Hooksett Rd, Hooksett, NH 03106-1887
🕒 Mon-Fri 8:30am-1pm, 3:30pm-8:30pm, Sat 8am-1pm, Sun 10am-12pm
Jaffrey 1
USA Karate Kids classesBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingKarate / taekwondoMMA
28 Peterborough St, Jaffrey, NH 03452-6821
Keene 1
Elements MMA Kids classesFree trial classBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingMMA
310 Marlboro St, Keene, NH 03431-4118
Newington 1
Port City Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Free trial classBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingMMA
50 Fox Run Rd, Newington, NH 03801-2851
Portsmouth 1
Portsmouth Aikido Kids classesKarate / taekwondoMMA
620 Peverly Hill Rd, Portsmouth, NH 03801-5392
Rochester 1
Forged Self Defense Academy BJJ / grapplingMMA
323 Gonic Rd, Rochester, NH 03839
Somersworth 1
Nostos MMA and Conditioning Facility Kids classesFree trial classBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingMMA
38 Market St, Somersworth, NH 03878-2711
Windham 1
Karate International Windham Kids classesKarate / taekwondoMMA
60 Rockingham Rd, Windham, NH 03087-1343
🕒 Monday and Wednesday 3pm
Also in New Hampshire
- Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Schools57
- Kids Martial Arts Classes94
- Traditional Martial Arts Schools110
- Family Martial Arts Classes and Academies8
- Mixed Martial Arts Gyms and Training5
Good to know about mma gyms
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.
How to become a certified yoga instructor?
To become a certified yoga instructor, complete a Registered Yoga School program, usually requiring 200 hours of training covering anatomy, philosophy, and instruction techniques. Afterward, register with an official organization like Yoga Alliance to receive your credential. For guided martial arts and fitness instructor pathways, explore options on MartialArtsAtlas.
Where did brazilian jiu jitsu come from?
Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu originated in Brazil in the early 20th century. It developed from Kodokan Judo ground fighting fundamentals brought to South America by Japanese martial artist Mitsuyo Maeda, which were then adapted by the Gracie family. MartialArtsAtlas helps students find qualified BJJ academies nationwide.