Royal MMA

Fantastic experience: I never had a place where I really belonged. Until I came here. I belong here.

Fantastic experience: Training at Royal MMA under Coach Mark has been one of the most transformative experiences. When I first walked into the gym, I was 240 pounds and unsure of where to even begin. Thanks to Mark’s technical coaching, unwavering support, and the positive environment that this gym fosters, I’ve dropped down to 185 pounds and feel better than I ever have. Mark’s training led to my debut fight win — clear proof of the quality of preparation and strategy that he brings to the table. His approach is sharp, methodical, and always tailored to help you improve. I went from overweight and unrefined to confident and victorious, and that’s entirely thanks to his dedication and guidance. With Mark in my corner, I was able to step into the cage for the first time and come out with a win. The community that he has built around him at Royal MMA is incredibly positive and motivating. It’s filled with people who are driven, respectful, and serious about getting better—just like he is. If you’re looking for a coach who’s both skilled and supportive, Coach Mark at Royal MMA is the real deal.

Fantastic experience: I first met and started training with Joe and the DeRobbio family when I was about 10 years old. This was back when the gym was called COGA and still in its early years. I developed a great bond with the gym and family during my time there. As I grew older, I moved away from the sport of MMA to pursue other sports throughout my schooling years. However, I always maintained an interest in combat sports. I was still a fan. Once I graduated high school, there were fewer opportunities for me to pursue the conventional team sports that I grew accustomed to. For a couple of years, I attempted to go to a gym while moving from city to city. This was difficult to manage. I wasn't having much fun or motivation trying to stay active. I moved back to Woodinville at the age of 20 and decided to reach out to Joe to discuss potentially starting my training again. It had been many years since I had trained or consistently seen Joe, but he welcomed me with open arms. It felt like only a day had passed since we last connected. Fast forward to today. I'm about to turn 23 and have been training again for about 3 years with Royal MMA. I'm proud and honored to represent the gym and my coaches. They are great mentors and role models for combat sports and life. This applies to everyone, from the kids, to the teens, to the adults they work with. The gym has genuinely felt like a family to me. I have so much gratitude for every coach, every team member, and every day I get to train there. The coaches are very knowledgeable and possess an enormous amount of experience. If you're looking to start training MMA, BJJ, Boxing, Kickboxing, or No Gi BJJ I believe you will find this gym to be exceptional. I love my Royal family and look forward to continuing my training with this gym! If you've read this far and you're thinking about joining, I hope to see you on the mats!

Fantastic experience: Incredible staff! They are all supportive and experienced Coaches. BJJ classes are great!!!

Fantastic experience: I took boxing classes here for a year and had a great time. The coaches are all great. Encouraging, supportive, respectful. It’s a great gym for beginners or experienced folks. I had no experience but really enjoyed my year there.

Fantastic experience: Awesome gym with very good coaches. The atmosphere is friendly and good for all levels of students. Highly recommend it!

Fantastic experience: Great coaches and overall great environment for all skill levels! I 100% recommend coming to Royal MMA if you're a beginner and have any interest in boxing or jiu jitsu.

Fantastic experience: Great place! Qualified and patient coaches! Highly recommend

Fantastic experience: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ My two kids have been part of Royal MMA club for two years, and it’s been a fantastic experience. They’ve grown not only in their athletic skills but also in discipline, confidence, and sportsmanship. The instructors are knowledgeable, encouraging, and create a positive, respectful environment for everyone. I’m thrilled to see the impact this club has had on their growth both on and off the mats. Highly recommend to kids and adults alike!

Fantastic experience: I take boxing classes at Royal MMA and love it! It has a very positive culture where everyone is accepted and supported. The teachers are fantastic and the gym is kept clean. I highly recommend it!

Fantastic experience: The Royal team provides a safe and challenging environment for folks new to the MMA and Boxing. Coach Mark does a fantastic job of teaching boxing during the lunchtime hour.

Fantastic experience: Update: 10/2024 Still love this Gym, and now I have kid's that train here. The price is right, the kids get good attention. The coaches are really good and help you learn the art of Jiujitsu. I'd recommend Royal MMA to anyone interested. ------------------ As someone new to the sport, I have to say that the staff is helpful and the other students are cool. I enjoy the workout and my time here, and when I leave class I feel like I have learned something new.

Fantastic experience: Our daughters attend both Boxing and BJJ classes at Royal MMA, and we couldn’t be happier with our experience. The coaches are incredibly professional and operate at a very high level, offering top-notch training. The entire staff is welcoming and supportive, making it feel like one big, united sports family. Thank you, Royal MMA, for creating such an amazing environment!

Fantastic experience: Our daughter started with Royal MMA in 2024 and we have loved the instruction from the coaches. They are inclusive and supportive of their students.

Fantastic experience: Great place to train for all skill levels, awesome community and coaching staff.

Fantastic experience: My teen daughter is part of the teen class and sparring class and the coaches have been so great teaching her how to box and giving her so much more confidence in herself. Has been a positive experience for over a year.

Fantastic experience: Couldn’t be happier with where I joined. Awesome coaches, awesome people, awesome community

Fantastic experience: My multiyear journey to find a dojo/gym to continue my martial arts training has been a long time coming. I started practicing Jujitsu over 20 years ago, and it became more than just a hobby—it was a family to me. Even after the dojo closed, I still maintained connections with those fellow practitioners, watching as our lives unfolded, raising families, and navigating the passage of time. Now, with a family of my own and years having passed, the search for that same sense of community and excellence was a significant commitment. I scoured over 16 MMA gyms, spanning from Seattle to Everett, seeking the right fit. I consulted with numerous experts in the area, absorbing their insights and recommendations. Despite encountering many impressive options, one stood out: Royal MAA. For the past two weeks, I've been training at Royal MAA, and I can confidently say that I made the right choice. The instructors are not only incredibly skilled but also genuinely supportive and dedicated to their students' progress. It feels like I've found a new family within this dojo, and I'm eager to continue growing and learning alongside them.

Fantastic experience: Started as a beginner in the Gi BJJ classes. The coaches and staff are very welcoming and classes structured nicely for newcomers and experienced practitioners alike. Gym is very clean and students are all super friendly and inviting. Great community. Would recommend Royal MMA to anyone! Thanks!

Fantastic experience: Coach Olivia and coach Mathias have been great coaches. The gym facilities are nice and everybody there is welcoming. Great place overall.

Fantastic experience: Fantastic gym! Cannot wait to go back there when I move back to WA.

Fantastic experience: Great experience all-around. Coaches are very knowledgeable and supportive - not to mention they have a great energy.

Fantastic experience: My two children have been enrolled in Royal Mixed Martial Arts for a bit now and I am thoroughly impressed with the level of care and attention they give to them and all the kids in there. The instructors are patient and nurturing, providing a safe and positive environment for the children to learn in. Not only do they focus on teaching the kids discipline, respect and mixed martial arts, but they also instill these values in them through their daily interactions and lessons. My children have not only improved their martial arts skills, but have also grown in confidence and character. I highly recommend Royal Mixed Martial Arts to any parent looking for a fun and educational activity for their child.

Fantastic experience: We have had our daughter in BJJ at Royal MMA for over a year now and she is excelling in both skill and her confidence. We can see how great the teachers have been in implementing rules and self confidence in her as well. All the teachers are amazing! Very patient, kind and they care about the success of your child! Thank you guys SO much for making our daughter so comfortable in her own skin!

Fantastic experience: Great place for all ages to learn how to throw hands from the basics for a workout, all the way up to getting in the ring. Good coaches and good people

Fantastic experience: If I could give 100 stars I would! Every aspect of Royal MMA is exemplary!! The coaches are experienced, knowledgeable, and always go the extra mile when help is needed. This community truly saved me and turned my life around for the better. When you join you do more than learn a skill. You gain confidence, you better your health, and you have an outlet for your mental load. I always leave feeling better than I came in. Thanks Royal!

Negative experience: The girl who manages the company email is super rude. She tried lecturing me on how I was quitting my commitments because I wanted to cancel my membership. Awful employee. The reason I cancelled my membership was because I found a gym that worked better with my busy schedule.

Fantastic experience: So thankful for the sense of place and camaraderie that comes with training at Royal! Truly some of the best people I’ve met in my life have been through this gym. Looking forward to the many more years of growth on and off the mat.

Fantastic experience: I recently started attending the noon jiu jitsu classes at Royal MMA. I'd been looking for a gym to train BJJ that fits my busy schedule, and fortunately I found this place. Professor Alan's classes are top notch. I definitely take a lot away from his detailed instruction and appreciate how he caters his classes to all skill levels. His positive, welcoming attitude makes for an awesome environment to train. On the same token, all the students have been friendly and inviting. You'll find great training partners who want to get better at jiu jitsu and help you do the same. I highly recommend this gym!

Fantastic experience: Outstanding gym with fantastic coaches all around! Definitely would recommend to anyone interested in combat sports whether you're just starting out or if you're already competing. They recently added an intro to kickboxing class great for people who want to get into more of the advanced classes!

Fantastic experience: Our son started in kids BJJ about 7 months ago at the age of 6. The coaches and classes have been so beneficial to his confidence, growth in strength, helping him establish more courage, and self discipline. We’ve seen him take the skills he has learned in class into his daily life with friends and his brother. I’m so glad my coworker told us about this place! Thank you for everything!

Fantastic experience: Great coaches! We love it!!!

Fantastic experience: I've been training here for about 8 months, and I have no plans to stop. The class size is small so everyone gets plenty of one-on-one time with the instructors. Those attending class form a friendly little community of mutual support. I've been going 3x a week, and have lost 15 pounds since I started, while gaining a visible amount of muscle mass and definition. I feel much more confident in my self-defense abilities than I did when I first started. Every class is friendly to students of all ability levels. The instructors frequently get carried away in their passion for teaching us better form, and class goes late. I think this is an excellent sign that they really care about the quality of our instruction. I've become good friends with both instructors in the process. Couldn't recommend this place more, if you're looking for self-defense or a good workout. Edit: this review was over 2 years ago as of September 2021, I'm now coming up on 3 years and still love coming here!

Fantastic experience: Early in the year I was looking for a Gym for my son and I. He was showing interest in BJJ and I was looking to knock the rust off this old frame and start boxing again. I called Northshore MMA and spoke with Joe over the phone and came down to the gym and sat for a class. Coach Joe is nothing but Professional and knows his stuff, I was immediately sold. Since day one we have felt like part of the Family. Every single coach is a true master of their craft. Thank you Joe, Olivia, Malia, Mathias, Alan, and Ryan. We have nothing but positive stuff to say about Northshore MMA. My son and I absolutely love coming to class and learning from all his coaches and new friends we have made along the way. The environment at Northshore is positive, energetic and everyone want you to succeed know matter your goals. I highly recommend if your looking to be part of a family that’s gonna help you succeed and meet your goals you strongly consider the Northshore MMA family I promise you won’t be disappointed.

Fantastic experience: About 18 months ago, I decided to give NSMMA a try because going to 24hr gym was getting really boring and repetitive. That was the best decision ever. The coaches will push you and the peers will motivate you. I haven’t been in this good of shape since my military days. You can go for a intense workout or go for full contacts. Some my friends are training for fights while others are just loving the great workout. It’s really up to you and your personal goals. The coaches will definitely help you with any personal goals you want. Also some peers are very knowledgeable and more than willing to help out.

Fantastic experience: This gym will change your life like it changed mine. Joe, Olivia, Matthias, and Ryan are phenomenal people who take their craft seriously and want everyone to have a great experience. No matter where I go, Northshore will be my family forever. Training at Northshore is the highlight of my day. The culture they've created is incredibly supportive and positive. We all feel great about working together and there are no bad apples. People of any and all experience levels should be comfortable going there to train.

Fantastic experience: Joe responded within 2 hours, we were registered, geared up and in class within 24 hours. Unlimited monthly MMA practice is great value for money and excellent motivation for completing house and homework.

Fantastic experience: The best gym I’ve trained at and I’ve been to several. Such a friendly welcoming environment and great instruction highly recommend!

Fantastic experience: my grandma never stood a chance

Fantastic experience: As a small, family owned business it provides a community that bigger gyms lack, which was fundamental in motivating me to accomplish my goals.

Fantastic experience: I've been attending Northshore MMA Academy for several months now and my experience has been nothing short of exceptional. Coach Joe and Mathias are expert craftsman that will cater towards sculpting your ideal goal; there is something for everyone at this friendly, energetic gym. You will feel welcome regardless of your fitness level, confidence, age, etc. Grab your water bottle and a sweatband and come see what it's all about!

Fantastic experience: Great place to train. NSMMA is a place for everyone, weather you’re looking for a fun workout or looking to compete. All the students and staff are very friendly and welcoming, it is very much a family enviornment.

Fantastic experience: Our son has been taking Jiu jitsu for the last 3 months at Northshore MMA and absolutely loves it! Coach Joe and his daughter keep the classes fun & exciting while working on focus, discipline and respect. As a newbie, my son felt instantly welcomed by both the kids and the staff. We would definitely recommend Northshore MMA!!

Fantastic experience: This gym has changed my life. Coach Joe is one of the best coaches I've ever trained with. His ability to adapt to each of his members needs is impressive. He is friendly and supportive. I'd recommend this Academy to anyone of any age.

Negative experience: This place will charge you and make you wait for an orientation. I waited an entire week, and when they canceled me for the 3rd time I asked for a refund of my initial 150$. Since I haven't been able to attend a single class. They said no, I said there's a way they could. Then they tried to charge me 35$ to cancel. So I called my bank and they are pulling the funds out. I'm sure the people are great, but they have 0 business sense. It's almost as if they don't want customers. I advise you to take your business somewhere else.

Fantastic experience: Great facility for people of all levels.

Fantastic experience: I have been going for a few months now. It is a great gym with instructors who know their craft. Great place for individuals of all skill levels who want to learn some new skills or just get in shape.

Fantastic experience: the Academy is open every day from 4 PM until 8 PM except Saturday it is open from 10 AM till 1 PM. and It is close Sundays except if there is special event