Shackelford's MMA(901) 582-5558
Two fighters training on the mats at Shackelford's MMA Center

Free trial class

Train Your First Class Free

Loved by students across Mississippi

Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, MMA, Kickboxing and Kid's Martial Arts at Shackelford's MMA Center. Real coaching, no egos, no pressure. Fill out the form and pick a time that works for you.

Claim your free class

Takes 30 seconds. You'll schedule your time on the next step.

No card required. We never sell your information.

“I was a bit intimidated walking in, but that quickly changed. Staff and students were very friendly and helpful. Great experience.”
Lance C.
  • One free class, no card required
  • Beginners welcome — zero experience needed
  • All gear provided for your first session
  • Coaches who actually correct your technique

Pick your program

Your free class can be in any of the four programs we run every week.

What your first class looks like

A young man in a white Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu gi standing confidently on the mats at Shackelford's MMA Center

  1. A coach greets you

    A coach meets you at the door, gives you the tour and gets you set up with gear.

  2. One full class

    Warm-up, technique and controlled drilling. You go at your own pace — nobody throws you in the deep end.

  3. No pressure after

    We answer your questions and share membership options. Joining is completely up to you.

What members say

Reviews shared publicly by our students and parents.

“I went for a trial run this week. It's a great place. The staff is friendly and it was great working out with a group that was working for the same goals! Motivation is in the air and you are not judged by what you can't do, just encouraged to push to do your best. Would highly recommend.”
Bendy C.
“Last night was my first night at Shackelford's Mixed Martial Arts. I was a bit intimidated walking in, but that quickly changed. The staff and other students were very friendly and helpful. Great experience.”
Lance C.
“Our son Parker has been taking classes for approximately 3 weeks now. He loves it and the instructors and kids are great.”
Lori V.

Class schedule

Two locations, one membership. Your free class can be at either gym.

Olive Branch

  • Jiu-Jitsu (adults)Tue & Thu · 7:00pm
  • Kickboxing (adults)Tue & Thu · 8:20pm
  • Morning Jiu-Jitsu (adults)Tuesday · 5:30am
  • Kid's Martial ArtsTue & Thu · 5:20pm

Hernando

  • Jiu-Jitsu (adults)Mon & Wed · 7:00pm

Visit the gym

  • Olive Branch, MS8804 Caroma St, Ste 155, Olive Branch, MS 38654
  • Hernando, MSHQ Fitness, 598 Whitfield Dr, Hernando, MS 38632
  • Evening classes Mon–Thu · Tue 5:30am morning class
  • (901) 582-5558

Ready to roll?

Grab your free class and lock in a time on the calendar.