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The 10 Best MMA Gyms in Wilmington, NC

Updated May 2026 · Ranked from 32 verified gyms

Wilmington has 32 verified MMA gyms in our directory. Here are the top 10, ranked by rating and review count, covering Martial Arts, Boxing.

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. Cape Fear Boxing

    5.0 / 5 (438 reviews)

    Boxing · Martial Arts

    1019 Market St, Wilmington, NC 28401 · (910) 686-2678

    Cape Fear Boxing offers boxing, martial arts in Wilmington. See full details and request a trial class.

  2. 2. Ethos Jiu Jitsu and Fitness

    5.0 / 5 (218 reviews)

    Martial Arts

    5424 Oleander Dr #6, Wilmington, NC 28403 · (910) 232-2774

    Ethos Jiu Jitsu and Fitness offers martial arts in Wilmington. See full details and request a trial class.

  3. 3. 9Round Kickboxing Fitness

    5.0 / 5 (134 reviews)

    3301 Masonboro Loop Rd #103, Wilmington, NC 28409 · (910) 839-8603

    9Round Kickboxing Fitness is one of Wilmington's top-rated martial arts gyms. See full details and request a trial class.

  4. 4. The Jiu-Jitsu Institute

    5.0 / 5 (102 reviews)

    Martial Arts

    5208 Carolina Beach Rd #102, Wilmington, NC 28412 · (910) 200-0000

    The Jiu-Jitsu Institute offers martial arts in Wilmington. See full details and request a trial class.

  5. 5. Dynamic Martial Arts

    5.0 / 5 (76 reviews)

    Martial Arts

    5541 Carolina Beach Rd Unit 100, Wilmington, NC 28412 · (910) 274-1225

    Dynamic Martial Arts offers martial arts in Wilmington. See full details and request a trial class.

  6. 6. Paragon of Jiu Jitsu

    5.0 / 5 (48 reviews)

    Martial Arts

    5226 College Rd unit 9-b, Wilmington, NC 28412 · (910) 398-0540

    Paragon of Jiu Jitsu offers martial arts in Wilmington. See full details and request a trial class.

  7. 7. Hammer Muay Thai Kickboxing Academy

    5.0 / 5 (39 reviews)

    Martial Arts

    Anytime Fitness, 5060 New Centre Dr Ste 70, Wilmington, NC 28403 · (954) 817-6679

    Hammer Muay Thai Kickboxing Academy offers martial arts in Wilmington. See full details and request a trial class.

  8. 8. SaltyDog Jiu Jitsu

    5.0 / 5 (36 reviews)

    Martial Arts

    6500 Windmill Way, Wilmington, NC 28405 · (910) 399-6653

    SaltyDog Jiu Jitsu offers martial arts in Wilmington. See full details and request a trial class.

  9. 9. Gracie Jiu Jitsu Wilmington

    5.0 / 5 (32 reviews)

    Martial Arts

    1616 Shipyard Blvd, Wilmington, NC 28412 · (910) 467-5255

    Gracie Jiu Jitsu Wilmington offers martial arts in Wilmington. See full details and request a trial class.

  10. 10. Rock Steady Boxing of Wilmington

    5.0 / 5 (24 reviews)

    6500 Windmill Way E-2, Wilmington, NC 28405 · (910) 543-8248

    Rock Steady Boxing of Wilmington is one of Wilmington'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 Wilmington

  • 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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