MMA Gyms in Tacoma, WA

5 of the 34 martial arts schools we list in Tacoma 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.

Amerindo Self Defense Systems Kids classesKarate / taekwondoMMA

9702 B St E, Tacoma, WA 98445-2066

+12538413770 Website Directions

Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Academy of Tacoma Kids classesFree trial classBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingMMA

3630 S Cedar St, Tacoma, WA 98409-5702

+12532546538 Website Directions

Conquest Self Defense Kids classesBJJ / grapplingKarate / taekwondoMMA

5604 E Portland Ave, Tacoma, WA 98404-2500

🕒 Tue 4:15pm-8pm, Thu 4:15pm-8pm

+12067909485 Website Directions

Kwons Taekwondo MMA Karate / taekwondoMMA

7216 S Yakima Ave, Tacoma, WA 98408-5425

+12533533663 Website Directions

Logic Jiu Jitsu Club Kids classesFree trial classBJJ / grapplingMMA

15719 Pacific Ave S, Tacoma, WA 98444

🕒 Saturday: 9AM-11PM

+12533676779 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.