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MMA in Georgia

176 academies across 86 cities

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MMA Scene in Georgia

Georgia's MMA scene centers around Atlanta's metropolitan area, with 176 gyms spread across the state. Strong collegiate wrestling influence shapes training methodology. The scene benefits from proximity to major Southeast promotions and regular amateur events. Growing professional talent pipeline emerging from suburban training centers.

Women's MMA

Women's MMA in Georgia has seen steady growth, particularly in Atlanta suburbs, with dedicated female competition teams at major facilities.

Kids' MMA

Youth MMA programs in Georgia emphasize wrestling fundamentals and controlled sparring, with strong after-school participation rates.

For Beginners

New practitioners benefit from Georgia's diverse training options, with most gyms offering structured beginner programs that emphasize fundamentals before contact sparring.

Find MMA Academies by City

Acworth

2 academies

Adel

1 academy

Albany

1 academy

Alpharetta

5 academies

Americus

1 academy

Athens

3 academies

Atlanta

5 academies

Augusta

2 academies

Austell

1 academy

Blairsville

1 academy

Bogart

2 academies

Bonaire

1 academy

Braselton

1 academy

Brunswick

2 academies

Buford

3 academies

Calhoun

1 academy

Canton

5 academies

Cartersville

1 academy

Chattahoochee Hills

1 academy

Cleveland

1 academy

Cohutta

1 academy

College Park

1 academy

Columbus

1 academy

Cumming

6 academies

Dacula

1 academy

Dallas

1 academy

Dalton

3 academies

Dawsonville

2 academies

Decatur

6 academies

Douglasville

2 academies

Duluth

3 academies

East Point

1 academy

Forest Park

1 academy

Fort Oglethorpe

2 academies

Gainesville

2 academies

Griffin

2 academies

Hampton

1 academy

Hinesville

2 academies

Hiram

1 academy

Homerville

1 academy

Jasper

1 academy

Jefferson

1 academy

Johns Creek

4 academies

Kennesaw

4 academies

LaFayette

1 academy

LaGrange

1 academy

Lawrenceville

3 academies

Loganville

1 academy

Ludowici

1 academy

Mableton

1 academy

Macon

4 academies

Marietta

10 academies

McDonough

3 academies

Milledgeville

1 academy

Milton

2 academies

Monroe

1 academy

Moultrie

1 academy

Newnan

2 academies

Norcross

2 academies

Peachtree City

2 academies

Peachtree Corners

1 academy

Powder Springs

1 academy

Rincon

2 academies

Riverdale

1 academy

Rocky Face

1 academy

Rome

3 academies

Rossville

1 academy

Roswell

2 academies

Sandy Springs

3 academies

Smyrna

5 academies

Statesboro

2 academies

Stockbridge

2 academies

Stone Mountain

1 academy

Sugar Hill

3 academies

Summerville

1 academy

Suwanee

4 academies

Thomasville

1 academy

Tifton

1 academy

Tucker

2 academies

Valdosta

2 academies

Villa Rica

2 academies

Warner Robins

1 academy

Watkinsville

1 academy

Waycross

1 academy

Winder

2 academies

Woodstock

4 academies

Mixed Martial Arts in Georgia

Georgia offers a vibrant Mixed Martial Arts community with 176 academies across 86 cities. The MMA scene continues to grow, with many academies offering comprehensive training programs for all skill levels.

Explore academies in popular locations like Marietta, Decatur and Cumming. Many schools offer free trial classes for new students.

Frequently Asked Questions

How does Georgia's wrestling background influence MMA training?

Strong collegiate and high school wrestling programs feed directly into MMA, providing solid grappling foundations for fighters.

Are there regular MMA events in Georgia?

The state hosts frequent amateur and professional events, particularly in Atlanta and surrounding areas.