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Ultimate Martial Arts
5 ★★★★★ 160 Google reviews · BJJ gym in Fresno, California
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 (ages 3–16) — built around discipline, focus, and confidence
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule ultmartialarts.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone +1 559-261-2805
Hours
| Monday | 12–8:30 pm |
| Tuesday | 12–8:30 pm |
| Wednesday | 12–8:30 pm |
| Thursday | 12–8:30 pm |
| Friday | 12–8:30 pm |
| Saturday | 7:30 am–12:30 pm |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“My daughter has been a student at Fresno Ultimate Martial arts for almost 2 years now, and it has been absolutely incredible!”
“this is a great place to learn how to be responsible and respectful while learning how to protect yourself for all ages!”
Other martial arts here
“I have had the pleasure of building strong mutually respective relationships with my fellow Adult Kickboxing peers which I cherish greatly.”
What members say
“We're a family and very welcoming to everyone that comes in!”
“We love the friendliness of the staff, the energy, the passion they have for the art and the students, and their value for family/parenting.”
“The focus on technique is outstanding, ensuring that you not only get a great workout but also learn proper form and skills.”
“My son goes here. We love the instructors and Ms Wendy is very accommodating and works with our scheduling changes.”
“We’ve noticed significant improvement in his patience, focus, and ability to follow directions — all while having so much fun!”
From the reviews
We have been a Fresno UMA family now for at least 7 years. I have watched my child grow from a scarred timid white belt hiding under Sensei's chairs in the seating area to a black belt in training on the verge of mastering the in-depth lesson plans for promotion.
My daughter has been a student at Fresno Ultimate Martial arts for almost 2 years now, and it has been absolutely incredible! All of the staff are incredible, skilled, and so very patient in working with the students. They stress discipline and hard work, as well as respect in every aspect of the students’ lives.
Our three-year-old has been attending Ultimate Martial Arts Academy for only a month and we couldn’t be happier with the experience! The structure and guidance provided by the instructors have made a huge difference in his behavior and listening skills.
I have had the privilege to train with Sensei Rudy and his students at Ultimate Martial Arts for over 10 years! Sensei Rudy runs a fantastic dojo that is geared towards everyone from the beginner looking to get in shape, to the seasoned professional martial artist who is looking to challenge themselves.
New to BJJ? Start at Ultimate Martial Arts
Ultimate 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 Ultimate 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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