MMA Training
Near Loughman, 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 Loughman
Head east on US-17/92 toward Davenport → Turn right on Grandview Pkwy. We're at 6250 Grandview Pkwy. Also accessible via I-4 West to the Champions Gate / Grandview Pkwy exit.
About 8 miles · about 8–10 minutes
Get Directions →Gracie Barra Davenport
Loughman sits right next to Davenport, making Gracie Barra Davenport your neighborhood martial arts school — just a few minutes down the road at 6250 Grandview Pkwy.
Loughman students are some of our closest neighbors — the drive is short and the mats are always ready. 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 Loughman
Is there a BJJ or MMA school in Loughman?
There isn't a dedicated BJJ or MMA school in Loughman, but Gracie Barra Davenport is just 8 miles away — about an 8–10 minute drive. We're the closest full-service martial arts school to the Loughman area.
What's the best route from Loughman to Gracie Barra?
Head east on US-17/92 toward Davenport, then turn right on Grandview Pkwy. You can also take I-4 West to the Champions Gate / Grandview Pkwy exit. Both routes take under 10 minutes.
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Loughman, FL
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