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Nine Realms MMA
4.6 ★★★★★ 83 Google reviews · BJJ gym in Martinsburg, West Virginia
Welcoming gym with supportive atmosphere featuring a mixture of martial art and fitness classes.
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
- Competition team a competition team for members who want to test themselves at tournaments
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule ninerealmsmma.net — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone +1 681-260-1734
Hours
| Monday | 7–9 am, 5–8 pm |
| Tuesday | 7–9 am, 5–8 pm |
| Wednesday | 7–9 am, 5–8 pm |
| Thursday | 7–9 am, 5–8 pm |
| Friday | 7–9 am, 5–6 pm |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | 10 am–12 pm |
The classes they run
“I wanted to find a fun healthy activity to get back in shape and a good activity to do with my son before he leaves for college and decided to give this place a call.”
“If you’re looking to compete in the ring, in the cage, or on the mat - this is the place to train!”
“I went to a Women’s Self Defense Class here and it was so much fun!”
“Whether you're a complete beginner or an experienced fighter, Nine Realms is the perfect place to train.”
Other martial arts here
“I’m learning Brazilian Jiu Jitsu and my daughter and I take Muay Thai boxing classes together.”
“We're starting with the bjj and wrestling program, but will likely add the MMA and Muy Thai to our schedule.”
“Nine Realms teaches Muay Thai, Jiujitsu, MMA, Wrestling, Cardio Kick boxing for all ages and people.”
“Nine Realms teaches Muay Thai, Jiujitsu, MMA, Wrestling, Cardio Kick boxing for all ages and people.”
“We're starting with the bjj and wrestling program, but will likely add the MMA and Muy Thai to our schedule.”
What members say
“Knowledgeable instructors that really care that you’re progressing and learning - not interested in taking your money and pushing you through some ranking system.”
“Whether you're a complete beginner or an experienced fighter, Nine Realms is the perfect place to train.”
“The atmosphere is welcoming and supportive, and everyone at the gym is friendly and encouraging.”
“Best in the area and great way to get in shape 10/10 would recommend to anyone who’s interested in joining the world of martial arts!”
“If you’re looking to compete in the ring, in the cage, or on the mat - this is the place to train!”
“The environment and confidence in the coaches is what makes me recommend Josh and his team to all of my friends!”
From the reviews
I'm really glad we decided to give this place a shot and felt compelled to write a review after class today. You always hear the bad things about places like this and never when anything goes well.
Where do I begin? I found this hidden gem in order to lose some weight and to teach myself some self discipline. I slowly realized I became in love with the art of Muay Thai due to Nine Realms. The Coaches and the atmosphere were so welcoming. Everyone is super friendly.
The coaches make you feel really comfortable and everyone is so helpful and inviting. For the first time, I really look forward to working out. The coaches encourage you to push yourself, while making sure your form is correct so you feel confident in your movements.
I have been training at nine realms for 2 years now. I can honestly say that you will not find a better gym that offers you as much as nine realms. This is a gym for all ages but you better come to work. The competition that we have at our gym is top notch and will only make you a better competitor.
New to BJJ? Start at Nine Realms MMA
Nine Realms MMA comes up as a beginner-friendly gym, going by their listing and members’ reviews. 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 Nine Realms MMA
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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