MMA Gyms in Buffalo, NY

13 of the 22 martial arts schools we list in Buffalo 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.

Buffalo Combat Fitness BJJ / grapplingMMA

3068 Main St, Buffalo, NY 14214

(716) 553-4745 Website Directions

Buffalo Saber Academy Kids classesBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingKarate / taekwondoMMA

280 Center Rd, Buffalo, NY 14224

+17166750899 Directions

Fight Family MMA

359 Ganson St, Buffalo, NY 14203-3062

+17165630720 Website Directions

Kin-Tora Martial Arts and Fitness Center Kids classesFree trial classMuay thai / kickboxingKarate / taekwondoMMA

1827 Niagara St, Buffalo, NY 14207

🕒 Tuesday, Thursday: 6:00 PM

+17168711260 Website Directions

Mandarin Kung Fu Karate Kids classesFree trial classKarate / taekwondoMMA

590 Cayuga Rd, Buffalo, NY 14225-1312

+17168689336 Website Directions

Mizuchi Dojo Karate / taekwondoMMA

60 E Spring St, Buffalo, NY 14221-5439

+17164314225 Website Directions

Mushinkan Jujutsu Karate / taekwondoMMA

2258 Seneca St, Buffalo, NY 14210-2444

+17164911941 Website Directions

SPAR Self Defense Kids classesBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingMMA

4685 Transit Rd, Buffalo, NY 14221-6022

+17168357727 Website Directions

Swan's Martial Arts Academy Kids classesMuay thai / kickboxingKarate / taekwondoMMA

275 Alexander Ave, Buffalo, NY 14211

+17168306852 Website Directions

Taoist Tai Chi Society of Buffalo Kids classesKarate / taekwondoMMA

968 Kenmore Ave, Buffalo, NY 14216-1450

🕒 Monday 10:30

+17168767218 Website Directions

WNY MMA & Fitness Kids classesFree trial classBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingKarate / taekwondoMMA

255 Great Arrow Ave, Buffalo, NY 14207

🕒 10am – 9pm

+17168988924 Website Directions

WNYAikido Karate / taekwondoMMA

4209 Transit Rd, Buffalo, NY 14221-7205

+17168609061 Website Directions

Western New York Karate Center Kids classesKarate / taekwondoMMA

4209 Transit Rd, Buffalo, NY 14221-7205

+17166315065 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.