What age can my child start MMA at 101 MMA Academy?

From 5 years old. Children are grouped by age into small classes: 5-7, 7-10 and 11-15 years.

What time are the kids' classes?

The website lists these daily times: children 5-7 years, 4:00-4:45 PM; children 7-10 years, 5:00-6:00 PM; children 11-15 years, 6:15-7:15 PM. Ask the academy which weekdays your child's group trains.

How much does it cost?

The website lists monthly plans: AED 650 for once a week, AED 750 for twice a week, AED 850 for three times a week and AED 1,000 for unlimited training. The prices are not split into kids' and adults' rates, so confirm the fee for your child's class when you book (prices on the site in September 2026).

Does my child have to compete?

No. The competition team is by invitation for members who want to fight, and trains on Saturdays from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM. Everyone else trains at their own pace.

Can I train with my child, and is there a free trial?

Yes to both. Saturday Parents Day (9:00-9:50 AM) has parents and kids on the same mat, and you can request a free trial through the sign-up form on the website.

101 MMA Academy: MMA for kids and parents in Dubai Sports City

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Ages5+years and up
PriceAED 650a month, lowest price
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101 MMA Academy is a martial arts academy at Stadium Point 306 in Dubai Sports City, where kids and adults, beginners and competitors train under one roof. Children start at five and train in age groups: 5 to 7, 7 to 10 and 11 to 15, in after-school slots from 4pm. Classes cover the parts of MMA: boxing, kickboxing, wrestling and grappling, and each training day has its own focus, from kickboxing and sparring on Monday to a games and fun day on Saturday. The academy says it follows UAE MMAF regulations: no head strikes, no knee or elbow strikes, no hard slams and no aggressive atmosphere. Parents can join in at the Saturday Parents Day, where parents and kids train on the same mat, and members who want to fight can be invited onto the competition team. Monthly plans run from AED 650 for one session a week to AED 1,000 for unlimited training, and the website lets you request a free trial.

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The activity

Martial Arts, explained

Mixed martial arts (MMA) puts several combat sports together: striking from boxing and kickboxing, takedowns from wrestling, and holds, escapes and control on the ground from grappling. In a kids' class, children learn stances, footwork, balance and how to fall safely through drills, partner work and games on padded mats. It builds coordination, strength and focus, and gives children a clear set of rules about respect and control, which is where much of the confidence comes from. Starting ages vary by academy; this one takes children from five.

Who it's for

Children from 5 to 15, in three age groups (5-7, 7-10 and 11-15), plus adults. Complete beginners are welcome: the academy says most of its members, kids and adults, start with no experience. Competition is optional; the competition team is by invitation for members who want to fight. The website does not mention provision for special needs, so ask the academy.

What to expect

To start, fill in the sign-up form on the academy's website and request a free trial; a coach follows up to book your child's first class. You can also call +971 52 602 4342. Children are grouped by age into small classes: the 5-7 group trains for 45 minutes and the older groups for an hour. Sessions are built around the day's focus, such as wrestling and flexibility on Tuesday or boxing and conditioning on Wednesday, under the UAE MMAF safety rules the academy follows. The website does not list kit, so ask what your child should wear and bring to the first class.

Highlights

Kids' classes from age 5 in three age groups: 5-7, 7-10 and 11-15 (101mmaacademy.com)
MMA, boxing, kickboxing, wrestling and grappling taught under one roof (101mmaacademy.com)
Follows UAE MMAF regulations: no head strikes, no knee or elbow strikes, no hard slams (101mmaacademy.com)
Saturday Parents Day, 9:00-9:50 AM: parents and kids train on the same mat (101mmaacademy.com)
Free trial class on request through the website (101mmaacademy.com)
Rated 5.0 on Google from 4 reviews (Google listing)

Why parents rate it

What parents say on Google

101 MMA Academy is rated 5.0 on Google from 4 reviews, and all four are five-star. It is a small number of reviews so far, so the free trial class is a good way to see the coaching for yourself.

The facts

Ages: From 5 years; kids' groups 5-7, 7-10 and 11-15 years, plus adults (101mmaacademy.com)
Prices: Monthly plans: AED 650 (once a week), AED 750 (twice a week), AED 850 (three times a week), AED 1,000 (unlimited). Not split into kids' and adults' rates; prices on the site in September 2026.
Trial: Free trial on request through the website's sign-up form; a coach follows up to book the first class (101mmaacademy.com)
Where: Stadium Point 306, Dubai Sports City, Dubai
How to book: 101mmaacademy.com/#contact · +971 52 602 4342 · [email protected]
Opening hours: Mon–Fri8am–9pm
Sat9am–3pm
SunClosed

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Questions parents ask

Good to know

Stadium Point 306, Dubai Sports City, with easy access from Sheikh Zayed Road and Hessa / Motor City (101mmaacademy.com)
Competition team trains on Saturdays, 10:00 AM-12:00 PM, by invitation only (101mmaacademy.com)
Adults train 7:30-9:00 PM, and there is a female-led Ladies Only Day for women, so parents can train too (101mmaacademy.com)
Venue hours: Monday to Friday 8AM-9PM, Saturday 9AM-3PM, closed Sunday (Google listing)