MMA Gyms in West Virginia
19 of the 130 martial arts schools we track in West Virginia 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. Full listings for every city are on the West Virginia page.
Grafton 3
Dragon's Den Mixed Martial Arts MMA
1105 W Main St, Grafton, WV 26354
Dragon's Den Mixed Martials Arts MMA
City of Grafton, West Virginia, 1 W Main St, Grafton, WV 26354-1350
Taylor County MMA MMA
1210 Low Level Bridge Rd, Grafton, WV 26354-7677
Martinsburg 3
Elite Martial Arts and MMA Kids classesFree trial classBJJ / grapplingKarate / taekwondoMMA
295 Monroe St, Martinsburg, WV 25404
Jong Hap Mu Sool Mixed Martial Arts Kids classesKarate / taekwondoMMA
1317 Edwin Miller Blvd, Martinsburg, WV 25404-3703
Nine Realms MMA Kids classesFree trial classBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingMMA
204 N Queen St, Martinsburg, WV 25401
Fairmont 2
The Compound Mixed Martial Arts Training Center Kids classesBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingMMA
2331 Pleasant Valley Rd, Fairmont, WV 26554-8566
Beckley 1
Arte Suave Jiu Jitsu Academy Kids classesFree trial classBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingMMA
321 S Fayette St, Beckley, WV 25801-5415
Buckhannon 1
Body Armor MMA Kids classesMMA
191 Vicksburg Rd, Buckhannon, WV 26201-2590
Chapmanville 1
Charleston 1
Butch Hiles Brazilian Jiu Jitsu & MMA, LLC - Charleston, WV BJJ / grapplingMMA
410 Summers St, Charleston, WV 25301
Hurricane 1
Category Five Jiu-Jitsu Kids classesFree trial classBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingMMA
270 Progress Way, Hurricane, WV 25526-7453
Inwood 1
The Squared Circle Muay thai / kickboxingMMA
209 Middleway Pike, Inwood, WV 25428-3808
Logan 1
Booshay Brazilian Jiu Jitsu & MMA LLC BJJ / grapplingMMA
300 Kanada St, Logan, WV 25601-3707
Morgantown 1
Black Cat Mixed Martial Arts and Self Defense Kids classesFree trial classBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingKarate / taekwondoMMA
9500 Mall Rd, Morgantown, WV 26501
Ridgeley 1
Shin tai ryu Muay thai / kickboxingKarate / taekwondoMMA
W Poplar Alley, Ridgeley, WV 26753
Shepherdstown 1
Jong Hap Mu Sool Mixed Martial Arts Kids classesKarate / taekwondoMMA
7670 Martinsburg Pike, Shepherdstown, WV 25443-3698
Wheeling 1
Ohio Valley MMA MMA
27 11th St, Wheeling, WV 26003-2965
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Good to know about mma gyms
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.
How to become a certified yoga instructor?
To become a certified yoga instructor, complete a Registered Yoga School program, usually requiring 200 hours of training covering anatomy, philosophy, and instruction techniques. Afterward, register with an official organization like Yoga Alliance to receive your credential. For guided martial arts and fitness instructor pathways, explore options on MartialArtsAtlas.
Where did brazilian jiu jitsu come from?
Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu originated in Brazil in the early 20th century. It developed from Kodokan Judo ground fighting fundamentals brought to South America by Japanese martial artist Mitsuyo Maeda, which were then adapted by the Gracie family. MartialArtsAtlas helps students find qualified BJJ academies nationwide.