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Matagorda MMA
5 ★★★★★ 56 Google reviews · Kickboxing gym in Bay City, Texas
Plan your first class
- Free trial or intro class most gyms welcome new members with a free trial or intro class — check their site or give them a call to book your first session
- Beginner-friendly all fitness levels welcome, including total beginners — no experience needed, and you get in shape by training, not before
- Kids & teen classes kids and teen kickboxing classes (ages 50) — built around confidence, focus, and fun
- Private lessons one-on-one coaching available — a focused way to start or to work around a busy schedule; ask about availability and rates
- Competition team a competition team for members who want to test themselves in the ring — amateur kickboxing, muay thai, or K-1
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule matagordamixedmartialarts.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone +1 979-240-1489
Hours
| Monday | 4:30–9 pm |
| Tuesday | 5–9:30 pm |
| Wednesday | 5–9:30 pm |
| Thursday | 5–9:30 pm |
| Friday | 5–9 pm |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“Professor Gabriel and Coach Carrie along with all of the adults that step up to help are so great with all of the kids.”
“We just competed in a Houston area tournament with several other gyms and our profs were the only ones that came prepared with a mat.”
“Private sessions, kickboxing, jujitsu, now taekwondo, there is something for everyone!”
“My sons do the teens class and my husband does the adults class.”
Other martial arts here
“Our son loves being a part of Matagorda MMA and we know his passion for the sport will only continue to grow with the best guidance and teaching from Professor Gabriel.”
“Training at Matagorda MMA in Brazilian jiu-jitsu has been one of the greatest journeys i could embark on.”
“If you want to develop yours or your child’s discipline and self control with the added benefit of improving confidence while learning self defense, this is the place.”
What members say
“My son is autistic, and both coach Gabe and coach Carrie have always been so amazing and understanding with him.”
“Our son loves being a part of Matagorda MMA and we know his passion for the sport will only continue to grow with the best guidance and teaching from Professor Gabriel.”
“We just competed in a Houston area tournament with several other gyms and our profs were the only ones that came prepared with a mat.”
“If you want to develop yours or your child’s discipline and self control with the added benefit of improving confidence while learning self defense, this is the place.”
“Matagorda MMA in a nutshell you have power couple, (Carrie) the mastermind behind the scenes keeping up with the day to day business always friendly.”
From the reviews
Matagorda MMA in a nutshell you have power couple, (Carrie) the mastermind behind the scenes keeping up with the day to day business always friendly. Can answer about any question new comers might have have about what to expect in joining a martial art academy With tons of experience in a multitudes of different arts…
Amazing gym, amazing coaches!! Both my daughters are enjoying and thriving here, learning jiu jitsu techniques and taekwondo. All of the coaches are dedicated to teaching and guiding the kids. They are firm but gentle, great with constructive criticism.
My daughter and I love this gym! Professor Gabriel’s teaching is of the highest quality, without question. Him and Coach Carrie are great with the children - not only is my daughter learning BJJ, but is also being taught how to care for her partners, stay consistent, defend herself, listen more attentively, persevere…
Training at Matagorda MMA in Brazilian jiu-jitsu has been one of the greatest journeys i could embark on. Not only am I learning to defend myself but also learning how to deal with everyday problems in life. Taught by 2 great coaches Gabriel Nixon and Carrie Niemann. Awesome atmosphere and training partners.
New to kickboxing? Start at Matagorda MMA
Matagorda MMA comes up as a beginner-friendly gym — noted on their own site. If you've never thrown a punch or a kick, that's exactly who a good beginners class is for. A few things worth knowing before your first week. First, you don't need to be fit or coordinated to start — you get in shape by training, not before it, and coaches scale every drill to you. Second, you won't be thrown into hard sparring — reputable gyms build the basics (stance, footwork, and punches and kicks on pads and bags) first, and any contact eases in gradually under a coach's control. Third, all fitness levels really are welcome — ask about a dedicated beginners or fundamentals class time so your first session is alongside others who are also starting out. Most gyms are happy to let you watch or try a class first, so reach out before you commit.
Your first kickboxing class at Matagorda MMA
Nervous about walking into a kickboxing gym for the first time? Almost everyone is, and good coaches expect beginners to come through the door. Here's what to know. What to expect: a typical first class is a warm-up, then drilling the basics — stance, footwork, and punches and kicks on pads or a heavy bag — not hard sparring. Go at your own pace and rest whenever you need to; no one will bat an eye. What to wear: comfortable athletic clothes you can move and sweat in, and supportive trainers. What to bring: water, and hand wraps and gloves if you have them — many gyms lend loaner gloves for a first class, so it's worth asking when you call. As you keep training you'll add your own gloves and wraps (and shin guards once you start sparring). Sparring is optional and eases in gradually, once your basics are solid. Arrive 10–15 minutes early to sign a waiver and meet the coach. It gets easier fast — most people feel far more at home by their third class.