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Ring Demon MMA
4.6 ★★★★★ 55 Google reviews · BJJ gym in Auburn, Washington
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
- Membership memberships run around $170/mo — many academies also offer a discounted first month and family plans, so ask about new-member rates
- 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 ring-demon-mma.square.site — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone (206) 960-9006
Hours
| Monday | 6:30–8:30 PM |
| Tuesday | 5:30–8:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 6:30–8:30 PM |
| Thursday | 5:30–8:30 PM |
| Friday | Closed |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“Eric's patient and encouraging teaching style makes learning the fundamentals of martial arts both fun and engaging.”
“The kids absolutely love the basic gi classes.”
“Eric Dahlberg and the staff at Ring Demon are super committed at making sure each individual gets the attention they need to succeed as a competitor and as a student.”
“I came to Ring Demon because I wanted to learn martial arts for self-defense and build confidence.”
“There are plenty of good training and sparring partners to work with people of all levels If you've been looking for a gym, definitely drop in and give Ring Demon a try”
Other martial arts here
“If anyone is looking to try MMA for fun and/or see MMA from a technical sense with very fine detail, come check out Ring Demon MMA.”
“In addition to gi training, the school offers comprehensive programs in boxing, kickboxing, and jiu-jitsu, allowing students to develop a well-rounded skill set.”
“In addition to gi training, the school offers comprehensive programs in boxing, kickboxing, and jiu-jitsu, allowing students to develop a well-rounded skill set.”
“At that time I was training Judo at another school.”
“I write here to acknowledge Eric Dahlberg for his outstanding contributions as a Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu / Wrestling / and Boxing instructor.”
What members say
“Eric has always not only been a great coach but a great friend to me.”
“There are plenty of good training and sparring partners to work with people of all levels If you've been looking for a gym, definitely drop in and give Ring Demon a try”
“The supportive and positive atmosphere at Ring Demon MMA fosters both physical and mental growth, making it an ideal place for anyone looking to learn martial arts.”
“If anyone is looking to try MMA for fun and/or see MMA from a technical sense with very fine detail, come check out Ring Demon MMA.”
“He has been instrumental in helping me achieve my fitness goals, boosting my confidence, and fostering belief in myself.”
From the reviews
I came to Ring Demon because I wanted to learn martial arts for self-defense and build confidence. What I got from Ring Demon was more than I could imagine. Other schools will tell you what to think and which moves to do. However, Coach Eric's approach to martial arts is different—it is philosophical.
Ring Demon is a great place to train at. Coach Eric is extremely knowledgeable and helpful. If you are looking for a place to train this is the place. Thank you for allowing me to train with y’all. I’ve trained at multiple spots and this is in my top 3 favorites!
I have been around martial arts for as long as I can remember. I am also heavily involved in the instructional aspect of martial arts as well. I write here to acknowledge Eric Dahlberg for his outstanding contributions as a Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu / Wrestling / and Boxing instructor.
Ring Demon is an excellent gym for training, welcoming everyone from beginners to pros. The gym is inclusive and supportive. Coach Eric emphasizes technique, and his approach to mixed martial arts clearly demonstrates his expertise.
New to BJJ? Start at Ring Demon MMA
Ring Demon 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 Ring Demon 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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