Mixed Martial Arts in Manchester
Structured MMA training combining striking, wrestling and Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu for complete beginners, experienced athletes and competitors.
- Beginners welcome
- Striking, wrestling and grappling
- Established 1999
MMA Training Built Around Real Progress
SBG Manchester provides structured Mixed Martial Arts training for adults at every experience level—from someone attending their first class to experienced competitors.
MMA combines striking, wrestling and grappling into one complete system. Our programme teaches you how those ranges connect: striking effectively at distance, controlling the clinch, completing takedowns and working intelligently on the ground.
Beginners develop stance, movement, defence, striking fundamentals, wrestling positions and ground awareness in a controlled environment. Experienced athletes refine their timing, transitions and tactical decision-making through positional training and live practice.
Whether your goal is fitness, confidence, self-defence, competition or becoming a more complete martial artist, our coaches will give you a clear and sustainable route forward.
Why Choose Our MMA Classes in Manchester?
Choosing the right MMA gym matters. At SBG Manchester, our programme is built around intelligent coaching, connected skill development and long-term progression.
We teach strong fundamentals before adding unnecessary complexity. Students learn how striking, wrestling and grappling connect, rather than treating each area as a completely separate sport.
Technical drilling, positional training and controlled live practice allow you to develop timing and confidence without being thrown into uncontrolled sparring before you are ready.
Our coaching team brings together decades of experience across MMA, Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, wrestling, boxing and kickboxing, helping students become capable and well-rounded martial artists.
What Does MMA Training Include?
Mixed Martial Arts combines striking, wrestling and ground fighting. You develop skills in every range and learn how to transition smoothly between them.
Striking
Learn to move, defend and strike effectively using boxing and kickboxing techniques adapted specifically for MMA.
- Boxing punches and combinations
- Kicks, knees and close-range striking
- Footwork, distance and defensive movement
- Striking safely while defending takedowns
Clinch and Wrestling
Develop the ability to control close-range exchanges, complete takedowns and prevent an opponent from controlling you.
- Clinch positioning and control
- Takedown entries and finishes
- Balance, pressure and positional awareness
- Wrestling defence and safe disengagement
Ground Fighting
Use Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and MMA-specific grappling to control positions, escape danger and create opportunities to finish.
- Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu fundamentals
- Positional control and escapes
- Submissions and submission defence
- Ground striking awareness and safe stand-ups
Finding SBG Manchester
We are located on Sheffield Street in Manchester city centre, approximately five minutes on foot from Manchester Piccadilly Station.
Five Minutes From Piccadilly
Manchester Piccadilly railway station is approximately five minutes away on foot. Nearby tram stops also provide easy access from across Greater Manchester.
Convenient Local Parking
Pay-and-display parking is available directly outside the gym, with a large public car park opposite for additional spaces at busier times.
External Bicycle Parking
Bicycles can be secured to the railings outside the building. Please remember that bicycles are left there at the owner’s risk.
Attending a class? Ask at reception for the parking discount code, which currently reduces the nearby parking charge to £1 per hour.