MMA Gyms in Sparta, NJ

6 of the 8 martial arts schools we list in Sparta 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.

Aikido Centers of New Jersey Kids classesKarate / taekwondoMMA

38 Station Rd, Sparta, NJ 07871-3627

+19178534325 Website Directions

East West Karate & Fitness Kids classesMuay thai / kickboxingKarate / taekwondoMMA

564 Lafayette Rd, Sparta, NJ 07871-4412

+19734594177 Website Directions

Lake Mohawk MMA Kids classesFree trial classBJJ / grapplingMMA

270 Sparta Ave, Sparta, NJ 07871-1122

+18623579384 Website Directions

Pharaohs Muay Thai BJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingMMA

564 Lafayette Rd, Sparta, NJ 07871-4412

+19738764791 Website Directions

Sparta Martial Arts Club Kids classesKarate / taekwondoMMA

14 Sparta Ave N, Sparta, NJ 07871

🕒 Wed: 6:00-6:30pm

Directions

Sussex County Mixed Martial Arts Kids classesBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingMMA

22 Gail Ct, Sparta, NJ 07871-3439

+18622682660 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.