11 Best MMA Gyms in Sydney

Mixed martial arts (MMA) has garnered huge popularity in the last decade, resulting in a booming number of locations for the best MMA training in Sydney. The gyms we’ve selected for our guide below each have experienced teachers, quality equipment, and a variety of classes for every skill level. The sport’s roots go back thousands of years to the Ancient Chinese, Greek, and other civilisations. But today, UFC superstars have catapulted the combat sport to become a household name. These are the places you’ll want to train to gain strength, fitness and endurance. Let’s check out the best MMA gyms in Sydney.

Best MMA Gyms in Sydney at a Glance

Highlights from our list include the following options:

• Best overall: Ultimate Fitness Centre
• For learning self-defence: VT1 Sydney
• For value-for-money: Team Perosh

Now that you’ve read our favourites let’s check out the complete list.

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1. Ultimate Fitness Centre

Membership cost: introductory 6-day trial for just $70

Start your MMA training in Sydney at Ultimate Fitness Centre, which includes functional training, cross-training, weights circuits, and boxing. Going the extra mile, they also offer a customised nutrition program to you in tip-top shape through an affiliate partner. If you like a timeline, get from novice to ring-ready with their 12-week program. It culminates in a three-round amateur boxing competition, which will kick-start your passion for combat.

Address: 120 Sussex St, Sydney NSW 2000
Hours: Mon-Thur 7am-7pm, Fri 7am-6pm, Sat 9-11am
Phone: 0483 961 601

2. Modern Combat Academy

Membership cost: from AU$49.99 per week, two classes, all martial arts, no joining fee

The best MMA gym in Sydney for those who want to dip their toe into the world of mixed martial arts for the first time, Modern Combat Academy in Crows Nest specialises in many disciplines, including Jiu-Jitsu (Gi and NoGi), Wrestling, Boxing, Muay Thai Kickboxing, and mixed martial arts. Like most places, they have an introductory free trial, and from there, you’re paying between $50-75 per week, depending on the number of classes you want to attend. No prior experience is necessary, and these classes work for anyone who wants to get fit, join a community, compete or simply improve on self-defence skills.

Address: Level 1/131 Alexander St, Crows Nest NSW 2065
Hours: Mon & Wed 11am-1pm & 4-9pm, Tues 9am-9pm, Thur 11am-1pm, Fri 5-7:30pm, Sat 9am-12pm
Phone: 1800 317 530

3. Power Core MMA Gym

Membership cost: N/A (contact below)

Have a free trial at Powercore MMA, and if you don’t benefit from the personal attention, effective techniques, and knowledgeable teachers at this MMA Sydney gym, then at least you haven’t paid a cent. If you see the benefits, you can enjoy strength and conditioning, combat submission, thai kickboxing and more from beginners to professionals. Student safety is the top priority to gain fitness, strength, and combat techniques in a safe environment.

Address: 7/394 Marrickville Rd, Marrickville NSW 2204
Hours: Mon-Fri 4-9pm
Phone: 0483 917 407

4. Bulldog Gym Castle Hill

Membership cost: N/A (contact below)

With three large training areas plus cardio and weights facilities, there’s room for even the wildest kicks at Bulldog Gym. The professional coaching team has global fighting and coaching experience to pass on in their various classes. Founder Tim Fisher now owns and runs the famous Sitsonpeenong Muay Thai Gym in Phuket. If you don’t want to travel that far for a class, his original baby in Parramatta is your best bet for one of the best MMA Sydney gyms.

Address: 8 Victoria Ave, Castle Hill NSW 2154
Phone: (02) 8660 4878

5. Team Perosh

Membership cost: N/A (contact below)

Veteran UFC fighter Anthony Perosh holds the record for one of the shortest victories in UFC fighting, at 14 seconds. He also runs Team Perosh, one of Australia’s best MMA gyms. With everything from MMA to yoga and a generous two-week free trial, you’ll kick yourself if you don’t give Perosh a go.

Address: 97 Queens Rd, Five Dock NSW 2046
Hours: Mon, Wed, & Fri 1-9pm, Ties & Thur 9:30am-9:30pm, Sat 9:30am-1:30pm, Sun 2-4pm
Phone: (02) 9715 3100

6. Igor MMA Sydney

Membership cost: from $25 per class (upfront), memberships available from $30 per week

Gain more strength than Frankenstein’s Gothic Villain at this world-class facility in Bondi. Igor MMA offers classes for all experience levels, ages, sizes, genders or physical abilities. From indoor boot camps to ultimate conditioning sessions, there’s an experienced trainer for everyone at this Martial Arts gym in Sydney.

Address: 32 Ebley St, Bondi Junction NSW 2022
Hours: Mon-Fri 6am-8:30pm, Sat 6am-2pm

7. VT1 Sydney

Membership cost: N/A (contact below)

Start with The Art of Boxing class on your 30-day free trial at VT1 and learn the philosophy, conditioning techniques and strategies of the Sweet Science (boxing). Then, slowly make your way through boot camp, Krav Maga, Muay Thai and Mixed Martial Arts. VT1 is the only MMA training Sydney that teaches Krav Maga (the self-defence system used by the Israeli Defense Forces) to provide you with a range of MMA styles and techniques that span the entire globe.

Located in: Chatswood Business Park
Address: 19b/390 Eastern Valley Way, Chatswood NSW 2067
Hours: Mon-Thur 2-9pm, Sat 8am-12:30pm
Phone: (02) 9417 1001

8. UFC Gym

Membership cost: from $34.95, joining fee $199, 12 Months

Follow the regime of a professional UFC athlete at UFC Gym, including their training, diet and coaching. As the best UFC Gym in Sydney CBD, they offer daily ultimate training, BJJ, cross-training, strength classes, boxing conditioning, kickboxing, MMA fight fit and more. You can even participate in special events at individual clubs and take advantage of a 5-day free trial. They have multiple locations across the state, but their main training centre is Rockdale.

Located in: Pavilion On George
Address: 580 George St, Sydney NSW 2000
Hours: Mon-Fri 5am-10pm, Sat 7am-6pm, Sun 8am-5pm
Phone: (02) 8905 0892

9. Prodigy MMA

Membership cost: from $50 per week, two classes, all martial arts, no joining fee

Every student is treated as a talented rarity at Prodigy MMA, irrespective of age or skill level. On top of their classes in MMA, Thai boxing, BJJ, strength and conditioning, certain members are also allowed gym access outside of normal hours. They have, on average, 40 classes available per week across two locations. You have no excuse not to become a Mixed Martial Arts Sydney aficionado.

Address: Level 2/36 Dickson Ave, Artarmon NSW 2064
Hours: Mon-Fri 5:30-9pm, Sat 10am-2pm
Phone: 0438 110 011

10. Movement Martial Arts

Membership cost: N/A (contact below)

Three friends wanted to create a welcoming training environment that promoted fun and fitness, Thus, Movement MMA, a martial arts gym in Sydney, was born. They offer gloves, fight gear, a free trial for beginners, seasoned expertise, and quality equipment for the more experienced. Whether you need to let off some steam after a stressful day in the office or perfect your roundhouse kick, Movement MMA has you covered. Movement MMA might be the best MMA gym Sydney has to offer.

Located in: Waterloo Business Park
Address: Building 3/35 Waterloo Rd, Macquarie Park NSW 2113
Phone: (02) 9887 1230

11. Straight Blast Australia

Membership cost: N/A (contact below), 4-month minimum membership agreement

As a member of Straight Blast Australia International, the world’s largest functional martial arts organisation, you know Straight Blast Gym isn’t taking any shortcuts (or jabs) with the quality of its classes. Foundation classes help to prepare members for the invitation-only MMA training. With classes in striking, fitness, sparring and competition, this is a Mixed Martial Arts Sydney you must try for yourself.

Address: 1/689 Parramatta Rd, Leichhardt NSW 2040
Hours: Mon-Thur 10:30 am–12:30 pm, 4:30–9 pm, Sat 8am-12pm
Phone: (02) 9572 6975

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