MMA Training
Near Lake Wales, FL
Mixed Martial Arts is the fastest-growing combat sport in the world. Gracie Barra Davenport offers the most complete MMA training program in Polk County — led by ranked professional Thiago Belo.
The Complete Fighting System
Mixed Martial Arts combines the best techniques from multiple disciplines — BJJ, wrestling, Muay Thai, and boxing — into one complete combat system. It's the most comprehensively tested fighting art in history, refined through decades of competition at the highest levels.
Our MMA program at Gracie Barra Davenport is led by Thiago Belo — a professional MMA fighter ranked #1,681 in North America. Thiago brings real fight-tested techniques to every class, teaching not just the moves but how to apply them under pressure. Adults MMA covers wrestling, takedowns, ground-and-pound, cage work, and submission grappling. Kids MMA introduces the fundamentals of each discipline in an age-appropriate, structured format.
Adults classes (14+) run multiple times per week including self-defense, No-Gi, and full MMA sessions. Kids classes (6–13) integrate Muay Thai, BJJ, and wrestling fundamentals in fun, structured classes at 6250 Grandview Pkwy, Davenport.
Why Train MMA?
- The most complete martial art — grappling + striking + takedowns
- Led by Thiago Belo, ranked professional MMA fighter
- Covers every range: standing, clinch, and ground
- Best conditioning and athleticism training available
- Programs for kids (6+) and adults (14+)
- Competition preparation for amateur and pro fighters
Getting Here from Lake Wales
Head west on US-27 → Continue toward Davenport → Turn right on Grandview Pkwy. We're at 6250 Grandview Pkwy, Davenport. About 17 miles from Lake Wales.
About 17 miles · about 20 minutes
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Lake Wales is a historic Polk County city with a growing population of over 16,000. Gracie Barra Davenport is just 17 miles north — an easy 20-minute drive on US-27 to 6250 Grandview Pkwy.
Lake Wales families looking for certified, structured martial arts training make the drive to us — and the US-27 route makes it one of the easiest commutes in the county. We offer MMA, along with Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, Muay Thai, and MMA — all under one roof at 6250 Grandview Pkwy.
All Programs at Gracie Barra Davenport
Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ)
Gi & No-Gi · All levels · Ages 14+
AdultsMuay Thai & Kickboxing
Striking · All levels · Ages 14+
AdultsMixed Martial Arts (MMA)
BJJ + Wrestling + Striking · Ages 14+
KidsKids Jiu-Jitsu
Ages 3–13 · Gi & No-Gi · Anti-bullying
KidsKids Muay Thai
Ages 6–13 · Striking fundamentals
KidsKids MMA
Ages 6–13 · BJJ + Muay Thai + Wrestling
FAQs — MMA Near Lake Wales
Are there BJJ classes near Lake Wales, FL?
Gracie Barra Davenport offers certified BJJ classes about 17 miles north of Lake Wales on US-27. We teach Gi and No-Gi BJJ for kids (ages 3+) and adults, 6 days a week.
What martial arts schools are near Lake Wales?
Gracie Barra Davenport at 6250 Grandview Pkwy in Davenport is one of the top-rated martial arts schools near Lake Wales — a 5.0-star Google rating with BJJ, Muay Thai, and MMA for all ages.
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