MMA in Texas
471 academies across 162 cities
MMA Scene in Texas
Texas hosts a robust MMA ecosystem with 471 gyms spread across major metropolitan hubs like Houston, Dallas, and Austin. The state's deep wrestling and boxing traditions, combined with its competitive amateur circuit and regular UFC events, have established Texas as a major force in American MMA development.
Women's MMA
Texas offers dedicated women's MMA programs across major cities, with strong female participation in both amateur and professional competitions.
Kids' MMA
Youth MMA programs in Texas emphasize fundamentals and safe progression, typically starting with wrestling or BJJ foundations before advancing to striking.
For Beginners
New practitioners benefit from Texas's high gym density and diverse training options, with most facilities offering structured beginner programs that separate striking and grappling instruction.
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Abilene
Addison
Adkins
Aledo
Allen
Alvarado
Amarillo
Anna
Aransas Pass
Arlington
Austin
Azle
Bartonville
Bay City
Baytown
Beaumont
Bedford
Benbrook
Boerne
Bowie
Brenham
Bridge City
Brownsville
Brownwood
Bulverde
Caddo Mills
Canton
Carrollton
Castroville
Cedar Hill
Cedar Park
Celina
Cleburne
Clute
College Station
Colleyville
Conroe
Coppell
Corpus Christi
Cypress
Dallas
Dayton
Denison
Denton
DeSoto
Dickinson
Duncanville
Edna
El Paso
Euless
Eustace
Flower Mound
Forney
Fort Worth
Freeport
Friendswood
Frisco
Fulshear
Gainesville
Georgetown
Gilmer
Granbury
Grand Prairie
Grapevine
Greenville
Groves
Haltom City
Harlingen
Haslet
Helotes
Hewitt
Hockley
Houston
Humble
Hurst
Hutto
Irving
Katy
Keller
Kingsville
Kingwood
Krugerville
Kyle
La Marque
League City
Leander
Leona
Lewisville
Liberty Hill
Lindale
Little Elm
Longview
Lubbock
Lufkin
Luling
Lumberton
Magnolia
Mansfield
McKinney
Melissa
Mesquite
Midland
Midlothian
Missouri City
Mt Pleasant
Murphy
Nacogdoches
Nederland
New Braunfels
North Richland Hills
Northlake
Odessa
Orange
Paris
Pasadena
Pearland
Pflugerville
Pilot Point
Plano
Princeton
Prosper
Red Oak
Richardson
Richmond
Roanoke
Rockport
Rockwall
Rosenberg
Round Rock
Rowlett
Royse City
San Angelo
San Antonio
San Benito
San Marcos
Savannah
Schertz
Seabrook
Sherman
Southlake
Spring
Spring Branch
Stafford
Stephenville
Sugar Land
Sulphur Springs
Temple
Texarkana
Texas City
The Woodlands
Tomball
Trophy Club
Tyler
Universal City
Van Alstyne
Victoria
Waco
Watauga
Weatherford
Whitewright
Wichita Falls
Wylie
Mixed Martial Arts in Texas
Texas offers a vibrant Mixed Martial Arts community with 471 academies across 162 cities. The MMA scene continues to grow, with many academies offering comprehensive training programs for all skill levels.
Explore academies in popular locations like Houston, San Antonio and Austin. Many schools offer free trial classes for new students.
Frequently Asked Questions
How active is the Texas amateur MMA scene?
Texas maintains one of the country's most active amateur circuits, with regular sanctioned events across major cities and regional promotions.
What fighting styles dominate Texas MMA?
Texas MMA combines strong wrestling foundations from scholastic programs with established boxing traditions, creating a balanced striking-grappling approach.