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Modern American Mixed Martial Arts

4.9 ★★★★★ 41 Google reviews · BJJ gym in Newport News, Virginia

BJJ gym Free trial Kids & teens No-gi Competition team

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
  • Kids & youth classes kids and youth BJJ classes — built around discipline, focus, and confidence
  • No-gi no-gi grappling classes — training in a rashguard and shorts, with faster scrambles and a natural bridge to MMA
  • Competition team a competition team for members who want to test themselves at tournaments
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  • Website & schedule modernamericanmma.net — book classes and see the live schedule
  • Phone (757) 342-3600

Hours

Monday 4–8:45 PM
Tuesday 4–8:45 PM
Wednesday 4–8:45 PM
Thursday 4–8:45 PM
Friday 4–6:45 PM
Saturday Closed
Sunday 10 AM–12 PM

Hours shift for holidays, seminars, and open-gym times — worth a quick check before a special trip.

The classes they run

BJJ classes on the schedule at Modern American Mixed Martial Arts, confirmed in members' own reviews and the gym's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

🧒 Kids BJJ 7 mentions

“I recently became 2019 IBJJF Pan Kids Champion and I could not have done this without the help of my Coach and instructors at MAMMA’s boys.”

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🩳 No-Gi

“They have great Muy Thai, BJJ, Submission Grappling, kids class and so on.”

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🏆 Competition Team 5 mentions

“I recently became 2019 IBJJF Pan Kids Champion and I could not have done this without the help of my Coach and instructors at MAMMA’s boys.”

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🛡️ Self-Defense 2 mentions

“In my line of work i need tools from all forms of training and i can get it here : Self Defense/Grappling - Coaches Nick and Ryan got you covered.”

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Other martial arts here

BJJ gyms are usually multi-discipline. Here's what else members mention training under the same roof at Modern American Mixed Martial Arts — mined from their reviews and the gym's own info.

🥊 Muay Thai 3 mentions

“Hos confidence is through the roof and he will be competing some time this year in muay thai.”

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🏟️ MMA

“Modern American Mixed Martial Arts is my home.”

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🤸 Wrestling

“I recently had shoulder surgery from my younger years of wrestling but cannot wait you get back training with them.”

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Disciplines are mined from reviews and the gym's own info — they show what members have trained, not a formal class guarantee. If you specifically want MMA, muay thai, or wrestling alongside your BJJ, confirm the current schedule with the gym.

What members say

The things reviewers bring up again and again across 41 Google reviews — in their own words.

🧑‍🏫 expert, high-level coaching 3 mentions

“They have great coaches that are knowledgeable, experienced and passionate.”

🌱 welcoming to beginners 4 mentions

“Started training here two month ago, from the first time I stepped in the building I received a very friendly, professional and family like treatment from everyone.”

🤝 no-ego, friendly academy 18 mentions

“Started training here two month ago, from the first time I stepped in the building I received a very friendly, professional and family like treatment from everyone.”

🧒 strong kids program 2 mentions

“The anti-bullying program is top notch”

active competition team 6 mentions

“My name is melissa I wrestled at a world level for yrs and when I retired from competition I searched every and tried every gym in the area.”

💗 welcoming to women 2 mentions

“The women's boot camp is a full body workout and fun at the same time.”

From the reviews

Look no further! This place is amazing for all of their services. All the coaches make everyone feel comfortable and welcome. There is truly no judgment and everyone is willing to help. You don't have to know how to fight or have a martial arts background.

★★★★★ — Breanna, Jul 2019

Great place. Excellent after school program for the kids. Coaches are excellent, and will work with you . The anti-bullying program is top notch

★★★★★ — Steve, Oct 2019

Best team and family environment of the type that ive seen or experienced yet. While it is also a business, im only reminded when i decide to purchase a drink from their fridge.

★★★★★ — Cross, Feb 2021

I would highly recommend this school to anyone, from experienced grapplers to someone that has never touched a mat. From the moment we walk in the door everyone was very welcoming. After a year here I feel like there isn't a better place to train. The type of training you can receive from this school is amazing.

★★★★★ — Gary, Sep 2018

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Your first BJJ class at Modern American 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.

BJJ is a contact sport. Ease in, tap early and often, listen to your coaches, and if you have any injuries or health concerns, mention them before class and check with a doctor if you're unsure.

Where to find Modern American Mixed Martial Arts

14346 Warwick Blvd, Newport News, VA23602

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