Mixed Martial
Arts (MMA)
Train the complete fighter — striking, wrestling, takedowns, and ground work combined into one complete combat system. Led by Thiago Belo, ranked #1,681 in North America.
Complete Fighter
Development
Mixed Martial Arts is the fastest-growing combat sport in the world — and for good reason. It's the most complete fighting system ever tested, combining the best techniques from multiple disciplines into one seamless art.
Our MMA program at Gracie Barra Davenport is led by Thiago Belo, a ranked MMA professional with hands-on competitive experience. Thiago brings real fight-tested techniques to every class — teaching you not just the moves, but how to apply them under pressure.
Whether your goal is to compete in MMA, add a striking game to your BJJ, or simply get fit while learning real skills — this program is designed to develop well-rounded athletes at every level.
What You'll Learn
- MMA striking: punches, kicks, elbows, knees
- Wrestling: double/single-leg takedowns, sprawls
- Ground and pound from dominant positions
- Cage/clinch work and dirty boxing
- Submission grappling in MMA context
- Fight-specific conditioning and athleticism
Thiago Belo
MMA Ranked #1,681 North America
"I train you the way I train myself — practical, efficient, and fight-ready. Every technique I teach, I've used under pressure."
Full profile →A Typical Class
Warm-up (10 min)
Movement drills, wrestling shots, scrambles
Technique of the Day (15 min)
Thiago Belo demonstrates striking-to-takedown transitions, ground-and-pound, or cage work
Drilling (15 min)
Partner drilling with progressive resistance
Live Rounds (15 min)
Positional sparring or full rounds (adjusted by experience level)
Debrief (5 min)
Coach recap and Q&A
Frequently Asked Questions
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What to Expect as a Beginner
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Mixed Martial Arts — Adults
Adults & Teens · Ages 14 and up · MMA + Muay Thai + No-Gi
| Time | Monday | Tuesday | Wednesday | Thursday | Friday | Saturday |
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| 11:00 AM | Muay ThaiAges 14+ | Muay ThaiAges 14+ | Muay ThaiAges 14+ | Muay Thai CompetitionAges 14+ | ||
| 12:00 PM | No-GiAges 14+ | No-GiAges 14+ | ||||
| 5:30 PM | MMAAges 6+ | MMAAges 6+ | MMAAges 6+ | |||
| 6:30 PM | Muay ThaiAges 14+ |
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No-GiAges 14+
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| 7:30 PM | MMAAges 14+ |
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