Black Widow MMA

Cannot say enough good things about this gym, the coaches, and the community. My sons, ages 10 and 12, have trained in the youth program for the last 5 months and gained so much strength in addition to the fun they've had with Coaches Johnny and Dylan. I'm grateful for the women's community class that has allowed me to start training and get to know others. There are competitive fighters and others like me who train for fun; we all take the hard work seriously and like to have fun with it, too. I definitely recommend this gym!

My Son has been attending Black widow MMA over a year now. We were introduced by his school, He went once a week but we wanted him to be consistent and so we started attending after school M-F. Which he absolutely loves! I’ve seen increase his confidence . & Coach Jhonny is like a father figure to the kids. He’s supportive & also hard on the kids when they need it. 10000/10.

Betsabe is one of the sweetest people ever. I’m a UT student and she has graciously allowed me to train there on the off-season when school isn’t in session. I constantly share this gym because of its training and different styles. I’m a big fan of Jiu Jitsu and love Taza‘s class. I also like improving, my striking which Isn’t always my priority, but it’s amazing to see the welcoming culture and great people and partners there are to train with their. I will continue to go to Black widow because their culture is unmatched. If you have any questions or want any recommendations, feel free to text me at GabeSellsATX on Instagram. I couldn’t recommend this enough

I started training at Black Widow in January of 2024. I’ve been to multiple MMA gyms, and this is by far my favorite. It is the perfect gym for beginners new to martial arts because the community and environment are very approachable. Fellow students and coaches will take time to answer questions and help new members. At the same time, the gym has very experienced and talented athletes. The coaches are phenomenal and masters of their craft. I’ve never had a negative experience nor met an unkind person at Black Widow. Everyone from the students to the coaches are passionate, patient, and kind-hearted. I can say that from its world-class coaching to its amazing sense of community, Black Widow has changed my life for the better. The value you are getting is worth every penny. If you’re new to martial arts, this is the place to be. If you’re experienced looking to sharpen your skills, this is the place to be!!

Black Widow has been a game changer for me. Not only have I lost 15 pounds and improved my balance, but I’ve also made some real friends along the way. The community here is tight, welcoming, and full of good energy. I love that this gym is local and not part of a big corporate chain. The owner is super cool and down-to-earth — you can tell they really care about the people, not just the business. My cousin Johnny is one of the instructors, and he’s amazing with everyone, from beginners to seasoned fighters. If you're thinking about joining, don’t wait. Come try a class — you’ll see what I mean. See y’all in class!

I've been attending this gym since May of 2023--I never anticipated being as engrained as I am today. This is a great place to begin, continue, and advance your martial arts practice. All of the coaches are approachable and dedicated to making the athletes better. The gym has a great culture centered around camaraderie and dedication. I primarily train no gi jiu jitsu here and having access to the New Wave members as coaches has been an incredible asset to my practice. Taza is a national treasure and it's been a blessing to be able to learn from him. Dom, Reese, and Jae have supplemented well offering different perspectives and theories to round out our games. Johnny (our MMA coach and athlete) provides a great role model to the kids and is a genuine down to earth person. Betsabe (the owner) puts a lot of time and attention to the gym and it shows with the turnout we see on a weekly basis. I love the gym I train at and would recommend to anyone looking to explore martial arts.

The BEST MMA gym in ATX! Not only is the black widow team remarkable and talented, they give the upmost effort to ALL walks of life, new and experienced. My wife started training here and hasn’t looked back since. It has been a safe haven for a new sport she can enjoy and get the most absolute killer workout anyone can ask for. If anyone is looking for a great atmosphere and kick ass team, hands down, Black Widow is it!!