MMA Gym Serving Rio Verde, AZ

Fight Ready is the closest serious MMA gym to Rio Verde. World-class coaching in MMA, BJJ, kickboxing, and boxing. Just 30 to 40 minutes from your front door.

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HOME TO UFC AND PRO FIGHTERS

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FAMILY OWNED IN SCOTTSDALE SINCE 2014

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TOP RATED MMA GYM IN ARIZONA

About Rio Verde

Rio Verde is a quiet rural community east of Scottsdale, known for spacious lots and a country lifestyle. Residents of Rio Verde who want serious martial arts training have to drive somewhere. Fight Ready is the destination that pays back the drive time in coaching quality.

Getting To Fight Ready From Rio Verde

Fight Ready is located at 8666 E Shea Blvd Ste 147 in Scottsdale, with free parking out front. From Rio Verde, take the most direct route to Shea Boulevard and head east. The drive is about 30 to 40 minutes.



Key landmarks along the route include Rio Verde Drive, the McDowell Mountain Park. The gym sits in a strip mall on the south side of Shea Boulevard, easy to spot from the road.

Programs For Rio Verde Residents

MMA Training

Full mixed martial arts training combining striking, grappling, and wrestling. Perfect for Rio Verde adults who want fitness with a real skill.

Brazilian Jiu Jitsu

Gi and no gi BJJ classes daily. Rio Verde residents can train alongside competitors heading to IBJJF, ADCC, and grappling tournaments.

Kickboxing

Real kickboxing taught by pro coaches. Burn 500 to 800 calories per class while learning legitimate striking technique.

Boxing

Real boxing taught by active pros. The classic combat sport done right.

Kids Martial Arts

Programs for Rio Verde kids ages 5 and up. Confidence, discipline, and real self defense skill.

Fitness & Conditioning

Strength, cardio, and athletic conditioning built around the fight game. Train like a fighter without ever fighting.

Why Rio Verde Trains At Fight Ready

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World-Class Coaching

Coaches who have trained UFC fighters, world champions, and Olympic-level athletes. Our coaches lead every class personally.

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Real Programs For Every Level

Beginners welcome. Fundamentals classes assume zero experience. Advanced students train with active competitors.

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Family Owned Since 2014

Fight Ready has served the Scottsdale and Phoenix metro since 2014. Rio Verde residents have been part of our community for years.

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Easy Access From Rio Verde

Just 30 to 40 minutes from most of Rio Verde. Free parking out front. Direct access from major freeways.

Our Coaches

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Brady Fink

Head MMA coach and BJJ coach

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Eddie Cha

Professional MMA Team Striking Coach.

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Roman Salazar

Strength and Conditioning Coach

Plus a full team of nine coaches across MMA, BJJ, kickboxing, boxing, wrestling, and youth programs.

Our Reviews

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★ ★ ★ ★ ★

From the very first class, the coaches made it fun, energetic, and super welcoming. My children come out of every session sweaty, smiling, and more confident than ever. They’ve built real skills, better focus, and tons of discipline, all while having a blast. The atmosphere is positive and family-friendly, with instructors who clearly care about the kids’ growth both on and off the mat.

If you’re looking for kickboxing that actually engages your children and delivers results, this is the place. Highly recommend!


- Sunshine State

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The best coaches! The best fighters 💪💪💪


- Adam Makarov

★ ★ ★ ★ ★

The best place to become a high level fighter!


- Maks Savytskyi

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Coach Bobby is the best you can get. My girls love going to his classes—they actually cheer when I tell them it’s kickboxing day! They’re little, but Coach Bobby makes it fun while still helping them learn and build skills. I highly recommend his classes.


- Isha Bhavnani

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Love this gym!!!! Very big and so much mat space. Got all my buddy’s to come here. No matter if you want high level grappling or kickboxing this is the gym to go too.


- Trey Jackson

Class Schedule

Classes run Monday through Saturday with morning, midday, and evening options. Rio Verde residents can fit two or three sessions per week into any schedule.


Gym hours: Monday to Thursday 8 AM to 8 PM, Friday 8 AM to 7 PM, Saturday 8 AM to 2 PM, Sunday closed.

FAQ

  • How far is Fight Ready from Rio Verde?

    About 30 to 40 minutes depending on traffic.

  • Does Fight Ready serve Rio Verde residents?

    Yes. Many of our members commute from Rio Verde.

  • What programs are available?

    MMA, BJJ, kickboxing, boxing, kids martial arts, and fitness.

  • Do you offer a free intro class for Rio Verde residents?

    Yes. Every new member gets a free intro class. No card required.

Make The Drive From Rio Verde

Your first class is free. Show up, train with the team, and see why Rio Verde residents drive to Fight Ready.