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The 10 Best MMA Gyms in Grand Rapids, MI

Updated May 2026 · Ranked from 36 verified gyms

Grand Rapids has 36 verified MMA gyms in our directory. Here are the top 10, ranked by rating and review count, covering Martial Arts, Boxing, Wrestling.

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. Godai Judo

    5.0 / 5 (490 reviews)

    Martial Arts

    2500 Division Ave S, Grand Rapids, MI 49507 · (616) 293-1568

    Godai Judo offers martial arts in Grand Rapids. See full details and request a trial class.

  2. 2. Carlson Gracie Grand Rapids Bjj Jiu-jitsu

    5.0 / 5 (340 reviews)

    Martial Arts

    2035 28th St SE suit U, Grand Rapids, MI 49508 · (616) 307-5295

    Carlson Gracie Grand Rapids Bjj Jiu-jitsu offers martial arts in Grand Rapids. See full details and request a trial class.

  3. 3. Daniel Gracie Grand Rapids

    5.0 / 5 (215 reviews)

    Martial Arts

    351 Summer Ave NW, Grand Rapids, MI 49504 · (616) 888-4419

    Daniel Gracie Grand Rapids offers martial arts in Grand Rapids. See full details and request a trial class.

  4. 4. 10th Planet Jiu Jitsu Grand Rapids

    5.0 / 5 (39 reviews)

    Martial Arts

    6798 Old 28th St SE, Grand Rapids, MI 49546 · (517) 881-0703

    10th Planet Jiu Jitsu Grand Rapids offers martial arts in Grand Rapids. See full details and request a trial class.

  5. 5. ProKarate Grand Rapids

    5.0 / 5 (30 reviews)

    Boxing · Martial Arts

    652 28th St SW B, Grand Rapids, MI 49509 · +1 616-617-8045

    ProKarate Grand Rapids offers boxing, martial arts in Grand Rapids. See full details and request a trial class.

  6. 6. Triumph MMA

    5.0 / 5 (29 reviews)

    4460 Plainfield Ave NE, Grand Rapids, MI 49525 · (616) 450-3842

    Triumph MMA is one of Grand Rapids's top-rated martial arts gyms. See full details and request a trial class.

  7. 7. Unity Jiu Jitsu Grand Rapids

    5.0 / 5 (23 reviews)

    Martial Arts

    6504 28th St SE, Grand Rapids, MI 49546

    Unity Jiu Jitsu Grand Rapids offers martial arts in Grand Rapids. See full details and request a trial class.

  8. 8. Vanguard Brazilian Jiu Jitsu

    5.0 / 5 (18 reviews)

    Martial Arts

    5258 Plainfield Ave NE ste a, Grand Rapids, MI 49525 · (616) 690-1817

    Vanguard Brazilian Jiu Jitsu offers martial arts in Grand Rapids. See full details and request a trial class.

  9. 9. Golden Tiger Kung Fu Academy

    5.0 / 5 (18 reviews)

    Martial Arts

    4469 Breton Rd SE, Grand Rapids, MI 49508 · (203) 524-3705

    Golden Tiger Kung Fu Academy offers martial arts in Grand Rapids. See full details and request a trial class.

  10. 10. Shorin ryu Karate School

    5.0 / 5 (18 reviews)

    1420 Plainfield Ave NE 3rd floor, Grand Rapids, MI 49505 · (616) 577-0972

    Shorin ryu Karate School is one of Grand Rapids's top-rated martial arts gyms. 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 Grand Rapids

  • 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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