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Academy of Combat Arts Fargo
4.8 ★★★★★ 94 Google reviews · BJJ gym in Fargo, North Dakota
Plan your first class
- Free trial or intro class most gyms welcome new members with a free trial or intro class — check their site or give them a call to book your first session
- Beginner-friendly all levels welcome, including total beginners — you don't need to be fit or have any experience to start
- Kids & youth classes kids and youth BJJ classes — built around discipline, focus, and confidence
- Women's classes dedicated women's BJJ classes — a welcoming space to train and start out in
- Private lessons private, one-on-one coaching available — a focused way to start or to work around a busy schedule; ask about availability and rates
- No-gi no-gi grappling classes — training in a rashguard and shorts, with faster scrambles and a natural bridge to MMA
- Open mat open-mat rolling sessions for members to practice live — always optional and at your own pace
- Competition team a competition team for members who want to test themselves at tournaments
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule fmaca.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone (701) 478-2242
Hours
| Monday | 9 AM–12:30 PM, 3:30–9 PM |
| Tuesday | 9 AM–12:30 PM, 4:30–9 PM |
| Wednesday | 9 AM–12:30 PM, 3:30–9 PM |
| Thursday | 9 AM–12:30 PM, 4:30–9 PM |
| Friday | 9:30–11:30 AM, 3:30–9 PM |
| Saturday | 8 AM–1 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“My Goal is to go Pro in late 2027 or early 2028, (I wanna give back to the Kids & Teens that cannot maybe afford Nice/New UFC or Boxing Gear!”
“The women's classes allow you to get quite a bit of one on one time with the coaches, where they make sure that you are hitting and holding the pads correctly.”
“My Goal is to go Pro in late 2027 or early 2028, (I wanna give back to the Kids & Teens that cannot maybe afford Nice/New UFC or Boxing Gear!”
“weather you want to learn a new skill, compete at low to very high levels, lose weight, or just have a fun hobby, ACA is there to provide that for you.”
“The women's classes allow you to get quite a bit of one on one time with the coaches, where they make sure that you are hitting and holding the pads correctly.”
“I would heavily recommend this gym to someone who wants to learn effective self-defense, get in better shape or someone who is just interested in martial arts.”
“UFC fighters and beginners can safely train along side each other.”
Other martial arts here
“I recommend ANYONE who is thinking about learning any martial art- Muay Thai, Boxing, MMA, BJJ - Check out ACA.”
“If you are looking to train in Martial Arts in the F/MH area, whether it is striking, grappling or full spectrum MMA; The ACA should be your first choice!”
“Have you ever watched a boxing movie, wanted to give it a try, but didn't because all the testosterone in the gym is a bit intimidating?”
“Come down to ACA were you can try your hand at one of the Women's Kickboxing or Jiu Jitsu classes.”
“I’m a BJJ blue belt and I also manage a wrestling program out on the east coast.”
What members say
“The ACA boasts an amazingly inviting atmosphere that will welcome in anyone, and some really great coaches.”
“This gym has a very welcoming environment and you can tell the owner Dylan legitimately cares about his students and puts their needs first.”
“The environment there is very friendly and supportive no matter who you are while still being able to provide as intense training as you want.”
“He set up a great complete class, full of technique/games/ecological learning - definitely made it fun - looking forward to taking one of his sessions in Fargo!”
“Every time I come to visit, I feel welcomed and ALWAYS end up leaving with a smile and a bag filled with sweat-soaked gear.”
“weather you want to learn a new skill, compete at low to very high levels, lose weight, or just have a fun hobby, ACA is there to provide that for you.”
From the reviews
only had the fortune of training here for one day, but it was well worth the time and effort to travel. if you live in the area, you should definitely sign up. i spent the day with one of their blue belts who also teaches classes there (Mr.
I have been going to this gym for a few months now and I could go on all day about the how great this gym is. Martial arts can help you improve your confidence, work ethic, mental health, fitness, and character. That being said ACA is easily the best gym around for any form of martial arts.
Okay Ladies listen up! Have you ever watched a boxing movie, wanted to give it a try, but didn't because all the testosterone in the gym is a bit intimidating? Well not anymore. Come down to ACA were you can try your hand at one of the Women's Kickboxing or Jiu Jitsu classes. Heck, since you're here why not try both!
Awesome Facility! Knowledgeable coaching staff and a very polished team of Martial Artists. Every time I come to visit, I feel welcomed and ALWAYS end up leaving with a smile and a bag filled with sweat-soaked gear.
New to BJJ? Start at Academy of Combat Arts Fargo
Academy of Combat Arts Fargo comes up as a beginner-friendly gym — noted on their own site. If you've never rolled or set foot on a mat, that's exactly who a good beginners program is for. A few things worth knowing before your first week. First, you don't need to be fit or flexible to start — you get in shape by training, not before it, and coaches scale the intensity to you. Second, you won't be thrown into hard rolling — reputable gyms build fundamentals (positions, escapes, and basic submissions) for weeks, live rolling eases in gradually, and tapping early keeps every roll safe. Third, all levels really are welcome — ask about a dedicated beginners or fundamentals class time so your first session is alongside others who are also starting out, and leave your ego at the door. Most gyms are happy to let you watch or try a class first, so reach out before you commit.
Your first BJJ class at Academy of Combat Arts Fargo
Nervous about walking into a BJJ gym for the first time? Almost everyone is, and good coaches expect beginners to come through the door. Here's what to know. What to expect: a typical first class is a warm-up, then drilling basic positions and escapes with a partner — not hard sparring. Rest whenever you need to; no one will bat an eye. What to wear: athletic wear you can move in (or a gi if you have one); you'll train barefoot on the mats. What to bring: water and a mouthguard if you have one — many gyms lend a loaner gi for a first class, so it's worth asking when you call. As you keep training you'll add your own gi (or a rashguard and shorts for no-gi) and a mouthguard. Live rolling eases in gradually, once your fundamentals are solid. Arrive 10–15 minutes early to sign a waiver and meet the coach. It gets easier fast — most people feel far more at home by their third class.
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