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The 10 Best MMA Gyms in Fresno, CA

Updated May 2026 · Ranked from 57 verified gyms

Fresno has 57 verified MMA gyms in our directory. Here are the top 10, ranked by rating and review count, covering Martial Arts, Boxing, Muay Thai.

Note: rankings reflect publicly available ratings and review counts. Always visit a gym and take the free trial class before committing to a membership.

  1. 1. 501 BOXING

    5.0 / 5 (237 reviews)

    Boxing

    3790 W Shields Ave, Fresno, CA 93722 · (559) 395-6505

    501 BOXING offers boxing in Fresno. See full details and request a trial class.

  2. 2. Ultimate Martial Arts

    5.0 / 5 (158 reviews)

    Martial Arts

    7731 North First Street, Fresno, CA 93720 · (559) 261-2805

    Ultimate Martial Arts offers martial arts in Fresno. See full details and request a trial class.

  3. 3. Cano Bros Boxing

    5.0 / 5 (109 reviews)

    Mailing Address, 6083 N Figarden Dr #635, Fresno, CA 93722 · (559) 289-7029

    Cano Bros Boxing is one of Fresno's top-rated martial arts gyms. See full details and request a trial class.

  4. 4. Jean Jacques Machado Jiu-Jitsu Fresno

    5.0 / 5 (66 reviews)

    Martial Arts

    6701 N Milburn Ave, Fresno, CA 93722 · (559) 520-4320

    Jean Jacques Machado Jiu-Jitsu Fresno offers martial arts in Fresno. See full details and request a trial class.

  5. 5. Rivalry Jiu-Jitsu Academy

    5.0 / 5 (57 reviews)

    Martial Arts

    761 E Barstow Ave, Fresno, CA 93710 · (559) 492-7832

    Rivalry Jiu-Jitsu Academy offers martial arts in Fresno. See full details and request a trial class.

  6. 6. Elite Team Fresno

    5.0 / 5 (56 reviews)

    Martial Arts

    4127 Clovis Ave, Fresno, CA 93727 · (559) 288-0710

    Elite Team Fresno offers martial arts in Fresno. See full details and request a trial class.

  7. 7. Elite Team Fresno Brazilian Jiu Jitsu

    5.0 / 5 (29 reviews)

    Martial Arts

    4177 West Shaw Avenue, Fresno, CA 93722 · (559) 288-0710

    Elite Team Fresno Brazilian Jiu Jitsu offers martial arts in Fresno. See full details and request a trial class.

  8. 8. Checkmat Fresno

    5.0 / 5 (26 reviews)

    Martial Arts

    1835 E Dakota Ave, Fresno, CA 93726 · (559) 492-8055

    Checkmat Fresno offers martial arts in Fresno. See full details and request a trial class.

  9. 9. Manny Mancha Kickboxing Gym

    5.0 / 5 (23 reviews)

    Kickboxing

    3636 N Hazel Ave Suite 109, Fresno, CA 93722 · (559) 664-2323

    Manny Mancha Kickboxing Gym offers kickboxing in Fresno. See full details and request a trial class.

  10. 10. Superior Jiu-Jitsu

    5.0 / 5 (20 reviews)

    Martial Arts

    8028 N Cedar Ave, Fresno, CA 93720 · (559) 797-4029

    Superior Jiu-Jitsu offers martial arts in Fresno. See full details and request a trial class.

How we ranked these gyms

This list is built from publicly available rating data plus our verified gym directory. We rank by average star rating, then tie-break by review count to favor gyms with a larger, more consistent feedback sample. We don't accept payment for placement.

How to choose a gym in Fresno

  • Take the free trial. Almost every gym offers a free first class — use it to feel the room.
  • Watch a class first. See how coaches treat beginners and how upper belts roll with newer students.
  • Ask about contracts. Month-to-month is more flexible; annual saves $20–$40 a month.
  • Match the discipline to your goal. See our which martial art guide if you're undecided.

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