We welcome men and women of all ages and skill levels to train with us at the Academy of Combat Arts. We are one of the top mixed martial arts gyms in the Fargo-Moorhead area. Our students range from total beginners to professional fighters. We specialize in making beginners feel welcome. Our Muay Thai, Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, Women's Kickboxing, Combat Submission Wrestling, Boxing, and MMA classes are taught by experienced coaches.
Our coaches share a passion for teaching and helping students improve their lives. We believe that martial arts should be for everyone. For this reason, we are committed to maintaining an environment free from egos and intimidation. When you join our gym, you're joining a supportive family of fellow aspiring martial artists.
Our coaches share a passion for teaching and helping students improve their lives. We believe that martial arts should be for everyone. For this reason, we are committed to maintaining an environment free from egos and intimidation. When you join our gym, you're joining a supportive family of fellow aspiring martial artists.
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This is the mantra that drives of the spirit of the Academy of Combat Arts. Founded by esteemed MMA fighter and coach Dylan Spicer in 2009. The ACA has grown into one of the premier martial arts gyms in the upper Midwest. No other facility in the Fargo-Moorhead area has trained more nationally-recognized fighters.
During your first free one-on-one lesson, an instructor will go over the programs and help you decide which ones you are interested in and which ones you would best benefit from. No, our members range from those who are serious about fighting competitively, to those who are simply looking for a positive and comprehensive workout environment.
We're proud to offer some of the best martial arts training programs and classes you'll find anywhere in Fargo-Moorhead. Navigate your way below to find more information about our Muay Thai, Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, Women's Kickboxing, Mixed Martial Arts, Boxing, and Combat Submission Wrestling programs.
Are you looking for a high-intensity workout, but don't want the mundane routine of a traditional gym? Are you an aspiring mixed martial artist looking for world-class training to prepare you for the octagon? From personal fitness to learning self-defense to training for the octagon. There are innumerable reasons why students choose to enroll in the Muay Thai program.
We love to train beginners! If you are interested in Jiu Jitsu in the Fargo Moorehead area, reach out to us. From your first day you will be surrounded by a team of motivating students and cocahes who care. We strive to maintain an atmosphere free from egos and intimidation. More than just a martial art, Brazilian Jiu Jitsu is an excellent sport for both competition and physical fitness.
Reviews (10)
Anthony Baber
Dec 22, 2021
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Ian Olson
Oct 04, 2021
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This is the best martial arts gym I've ever gone to in my life. The students and teachers here are very welcoming, no matter what level you are at they will treat you great! The wealth of knowledge across the entire coaching staff is world-class. No matter who you are you will see improvements in your game and confidence. If you're wanting to train there is no other place that comes close!
Josh Holtz
Jul 29, 2021
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Elmer Fajardo
Jul 24, 2021
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Extremely welcoming, kind, and helpful. The facility is beautiful, lots of space and the instructor/owner, Dylan, is awesome. All the people I trained with were super kind too. I’m a BJJ blue belt and I also manage a wrestling program out on the east coast. I came here to coach at the Jr Nationals held at the Fargodome. Dylan, Joe, and the team were very inviting. I felt like I was at my own school in New Jersey.
I highly recommend training here.
I highly recommend training here.
Knoxx
Jun 01, 2021
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I was constantly looking for a combat sports gym with a great community of not only students but teachers. This gym has completely wowed me. The coaches are great and always make class super enjoyable and fun and the students there are always smiling and just as happy to be there as everyone else. Its such a great environment and I suggest everyone interested in taking a combat sport for either sport, self defense, or any other reason go to this gym.
Dylan Merrick
Mar 02, 2021
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I have been a member at this gym for awhile and this is a great place to learn martial arts. While there are many positives about this place, the one that always stands out to me is the atmosphere. The atmosphere is very friendly and accepting. Bullies are not tolerated at the gym by the owners and they don’t last long at the gym. People of all different sizes, ages and backgrounds are accepted. When I first started I was nervous, but I quickly found out that everyone is very friendly and willing to help new people. I would heavily recommend this gym to someone who wants to learn effective self
Theresa Zach
Feb 24, 2021
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Kiyra Dial
Jan 21, 2021
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Marquis B.
Jul 07, 2019
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What can I say about ACA that others already have not? Well, let's begin. If you're looking for a home away from home then look no further. ACA is it! ACA is a place where everybody knows your name, which is very important to me. The coaches and students made me feel at home and it felt genuine. They've continuously reached out to me outside of class, expressing a genuine interest of who I am as a person outside the mat, outside the cage. What's more, they've maintained contact with me via social media even after I moved over 1000 miles away from Fargo. If I was still in
Peter Meimban
Jul 21, 2018
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Only had the fortune of training here for one day, but it was well worth the time and effort to travel. if you live in the area, you should definitely sign up. i spent the day with one of their blue belts who also teaches classes there (Mr. Aaron Moritz) and my brain is filled to the brim; what more from their higher belts?
great people with tons of great technique to teach. and the instruction is detailed and top notch. highly recommended!
great people with tons of great technique to teach. and the instruction is detailed and top notch. highly recommended!
