What age can my child start MMA at Trifit?

The course pages list a Kids MMA group for ages 3-4, then 5-7, 8-11 and Teens 12+. The site's FAQ says children can start from 5, so confirm with the club which group your child can join.

Is there a free trial?

Yes. Trifit offers a free trial session, which you can book online or on-site.

How much do kids' classes cost?

The 2025-26 term fees on trifit.ae were, for ages 3-4: 1,500 AED (Sep-Dec), 1,000 AED (Jan-Mar), 1,400 AED (Apr-Jul); ages 5-7: 3,000 / 2,000 / 2,800 AED; ages 8-11: 3,375 / 2,250 / 3,150 AED; ages 12+: 3,750 / 2,500 / 3,500 AED. Ask the provider for 2026-27 fees.

When are the kids' classes?

The weekly timetable on trifit.ae lists MMA Kids on Tuesday and Thursday 4:30-5:15 PM and Saturday 12-12:50 PM, MMA Teens on Tuesday and Thursday 5:15-6 PM and Sunday 11-11:50 AM, BJJ Kids on Monday, Wednesday and Friday 4-4:50 PM and BJJ Teens on Wednesday and Friday 5-5:50 PM. It does not say which branch, so confirm when booking.

What should my child bring?

Comfortable sportswear and something to drink. Gloves and protective gear can be borrowed at first and bought through the club later.

Do you need martial arts experience?

No. Trifit says its classes are designed for beginners and more experienced students, and everyone is supported at their own level.

Trifit: kids and teens MMA and self-defence in Town Square, Dubai

Combat SportsMartial Arts

Checked Oct 2026Details checked October 2026

Town Square

Free trial

Ages3+years and up
PriceAED 1,000a term, lowest price
OpenAskNot published yet
WhereTown SquareOpen in Maps

Trifit is a family fitness club in Dubai Town Square that runs MMA and self-defence classes for children and teens alongside adult training. Kids are grouped by age, with courses listed for 3-4, 5-7, 8-11 and 12+. The youngest group starts with playful movement and early MMA basics aimed at balance, coordination and listening skills, while the older groups move on to structured technique, fitness and practical self-defence. Trifit puts a strong emphasis on confidence and anti-bullying: its kids pages describe teaching children to communicate assertively, set boundaries, stay calm under pressure and defuse conflict without violence. Students progress through trials, registration, regular training and achievements towards a belt exam. The weekly timetable lists separate MMA and BJJ (Brazilian jiu-jitsu) classes for kids and for teens, and new families can book a free trial first. The club also offers family workouts and a kids' nutrition programme, which may suit parents who want to train alongside their children.

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The activity

Martial Arts, explained

Kids' MMA (mixed martial arts) blends moves from several combat sports: striking on pads and bags, kicks, takedowns and ground work on mats. For children it is usually taught as a skills-based class with controlled contact: warm-up games, technique drills in pairs, pad work and simple self-defence scenarios, with coaches controlling intensity. It builds coordination, strength, balance and body awareness, and many clubs pair it with lessons on staying calm, setting boundaries and handling bullying without fighting. Children can usually begin with playful movement classes from about three or four, moving into structured technique and belt grading as they grow.

Who it's for

Children and teens. The course pages list four groups: Kids MMA 3-4, Kids MMA 5-7, MMA 8-11 and Teens MMA 12+. Other pages on the same site give different ranges (the FAQ says children can start from 5; the contact form says 4-17), so check which group fits your child when you book. No experience is needed: the FAQ says classes suit beginners and advanced students. Boys and girls both appear in the club's class photos; the timetable also has adult and women-only sessions.

What to expect

Start with a free trial, booked online or on-site, to meet the team and see the facility. Bring comfortable sportswear, something to drink and motivation; gloves and protective gear can be borrowed at first and bought through the club later. The club's photos show children training barefoot on mats in a group, led by a coach. After the trial comes registration and regular training, with progress marked by achievements and a belt exam. The site says it confirms bookings within 24 hours. Session length on the current timetable is 45 to 50 minutes for kids' and teens' classes. Ask the provider which branch your child's group trains at.

Highlights

Age groups listed for 3-4, 5-7, 8-11 and 12+ (trifit.ae)
Free trial session before you sign up (trifit.ae)
Anti-bullying and confidence focus: assertive communication, boundaries, de-escalation (trifit.ae)
Belt exams as children progress (trifit.ae)
Gloves and protective gear can be borrowed at first (trifit.ae)
10% early-bird or sibling discount when all terms are booked together (trifit.ae, 2025-26 fee table)

Why parents rate it

What parents say on Google

Trifit holds a 5.0 rating on Google from 5 reviews, all five-star. With only a handful of reviews so far, the free trial is a good way to judge the coaching and class size for yourself.

The facts

Ages: Kids MMA: 3-4
Kids MMA: 5-7
MMA: 8-11
Teens MMA: 12+ (course pages; the site FAQ says from 5)
Prices: 2025-26 term fees (confirm current): ages 3-4 1,500 AED Sep-Dec, 1,000 AED Jan-Mar, 1,400 AED Apr-Jul; ages 5-7 3,000 / 2,000 / 2,800 AED; ages 8-11 3,375 / 2,250 / 3,150 AED; ages 12+ 3,750 / 2,500 / 3,500 AED. Joining mid-term is charged per remaining session (listed at 100 AED for 3-4, 112.50 AED for 8-11, 125 AED for 12+; the 5-7 table shows both 100 and 112.50 AED). 10% early-bird or sibling discount if all terms are booked together. Private sessions on request.
Schedule: Kids and teens classes on the trifit.ae weekly timetable (updated June 2026, branch not stated): MMA Kids Tue and Thu 4:30-5:15 PM, Sat 12-12:50 PM; MMA Teens Tue and Thu 5:15-6 PM, Sun 11-11:50 AM; BJJ Kids Mon, Wed and Fri 4-4:50 PM; BJJ Teens Wed and Fri 5-5:50 PM. Confirm branch and times when booking.
Trial: Free trial session, book online or on-site
Where: Hayat Boulevard, Dubai Townsquare, Dubai · Nad Al Sheba, Dubai (address not published; ask the provider)
How to book: trifit.ae/contacts · +971 56 171 6089 · wa.me/971561716089 · [email protected]
Opening hours: Every day9am–8pm

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Questions parents ask

Good to know

Bring comfortable sportswear and a drink (trifit.ae)
The club lists two Dubai locations, Townsquare and Nad Al Sheba; the contact address is Hayat Boulevard, Dubai Townsquare (trifit.ae)
Class photos on the site were taken inside Easy Fitness club (trifit.ae)
Private sessions available on request (trifit.ae)
Parking on-site, with free and paid options (Google listing)
Wheelchair-accessible car park and seating (Google listing)