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Bellingham Mixed Martial Arts
5 ★★★★★ 45 Google reviews · BJJ gym in Bellingham, Washington
Affiliated academy — reviews and the gym's own info point to a recognized BJJ lineage or affiliation (think Gracie Barra, 10th Planet, Renzo Gracie, Alliance, Atos or Checkmat). If lineage matters to you, ask which affiliation the academy belongs to and under whom the head instructor earned their black belt.
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 bellinghammma.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone +1 425-418-1824
Hours
| Monday | 5–9 pm |
| Tuesday | 5–9 pm |
| Wednesday | 5–9 pm |
| Thursday | 5–9 pm |
| Friday | 5–9 pm |
| Saturday | 12–2 pm |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“They also have a strong technical curriculum, so they make sure that everyone has a solid foundation of basic techniques before doing any sparring or more difficult drills.”
“Very pleased with enrolling my teen as a parent, and my teen as a student is liking the improvements in physical fitness and mma skills.”
“Soon after I joined the gym and I did nogi jiu jitsu and kickboxing.”
“Whether you’re a student, a kid, a sedentary older person like myself, an athlete, someone who wants to compete, or a casual hobbyist, there’s a place for you here.”
“From the bottom of my heart, I highly recommend BMMA to anyone looking for high-quality martial arts training, whether you are a beginner or experienced athlete.”
Other martial arts here
“I was slightly nervous when I first walked into the gym because I'm a novice and this is a *legit* MMA gym; aka very seasoned & skilled athletes also training at the same time.”
“I had the opportunity to participate in the Foundation Boxing and Kickboxing classes, and both were excellent experiences.”
“I signed up for the Intro to Kickboxing Class as I was interested in learning more about fighting, plus getting a good workout in.”
“The gym offers a comprehensive mix of disciplines, including kickboxing, Brazilian jiu-jitsu (BJJ), wrestling, and boxing.”
What members say
“The head coach and staff are outstanding—knowledgeable, supportive, and genuinely passionate about helping students grow.”
“) were nothing but kind and welcoming to me, taking the extra time I needed to learn things that didn’t come natural to me.”
“People genuinely like each other and often socialize outside of class, which makes the experience even more enjoyable and supportive.”
“They also have a strong technical curriculum, so they make sure that everyone has a solid foundation of basic techniques before doing any sparring or more difficult drills.”
“Also, it was definitely a great sweat & workout.”
“From the moment I walked in, my first impression was how welcoming, well-organized, and incredibly clean the dojo is.”
From the reviews
I checked every MMA gym in the area and this was the best I've found. I don't regret signing up with them one bit. Jeremy, Charlie, and Landon are all great coaches with a ton of experience. They have the best prices you'll find and a really close-knit feel.
All of the coaches are really good at making everyone feel welcome, hands down one of the best gyms to go to if you have social anxiety, fun classes, accepting people, lots to learn. Definitely recommend this gym no matter the skill level
Sawatdee krup, I want to sincerely thank BMMA for opening their doors and welcoming me to train. From the moment I walked in, my first impression was how welcoming, well-organized, and incredibly clean the dojo is. The atmosphere is truly elite, professional, and top-notch.
I have been a member of Bellingham Mixed Martial Arts for 4 years. At my beginning I was a complete novice and the coaches (and students!) were nothing but kind and welcoming to me, taking the extra time I needed to learn things that didn’t come natural to me.
New to BJJ? Start at Bellingham Mixed Martial Arts
Bellingham Mixed Martial Arts 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 Bellingham Mixed Martial Arts
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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