MMA Gyms in Columbus, OH

3 of the 41 martial arts schools we list in Columbus 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.

10th Planet Columbus Kids classesFree trial classBJJ / grapplingMMA

5084 N High St, Columbus, OH 43214-1526

🕒 Mon 5:30pm-8:30pm, Tue 4:30pm-8:30pm

+15678252198 Website Directions

Ronin Training Center Kids classesFree trial classBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingMMA

1012 W 3rd Ave, Columbus, OH 43212-3111

🕒 8:00 am - 8:30 pm

+16145653787 Website Directions

Safe House Grappling Academy Columbus Ohio Kids classesBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingKarate / taekwondoMMA

1991 Parsons Ave, Columbus, OH 43207-2324

+16149467608 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.

Also in Columbus

MMA Gyms near Columbus

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.