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MMA Gyms in Hempstead, NY

4 of the 15 martial arts schools we list in Hempstead 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.

  1. Legacy Martial Arts

    550 Central Ave, Hempstead, NY 11714

    Mon–Thu 5pm–8:15pm, Sat 10am–1:15pm, Sun closed

    Kids classesBJJ / grapplingKarate / taekwondoMMA
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  2. Adel's Martial Arts Academy

    3553 Long Beach Rd, Hempstead, NY 11572

    BJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingMMA
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  3. A.B. Martial Arts • Striking Academy

    2046 N Jerusalem Rd, Hempstead, NY 11710

    Kids classesMuay thai / kickboxingMMA
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  4. Lighthouse MMA

    1245 Broadway, Hempstead, NY 11557-2015

    Kids classesMMA
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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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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.