MMA Institute

MMA Institute operates a combat sports training facility at 6415 Jahnke Road in Richmond, Virginia. The academy serves martial artists and conditioning enthusiasts seeking structured training in practical self-defense, competition preparation, and physical fitness. Instruction is directed by head instructor Rick McCoy, a third-degree Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu black belt and first-degree Judo black belt who oversees all classes. The coaching staff also features head grappling instructor and professional fighter Brian Nielson, who also directs the kids program, alongside dedicated instructors in Muay Thai, boxing, and youth martial arts. Class programming encompasses Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, Muay Thai Kickboxing, Submission Grappling, Judo, Boxing, and Fighter Conditioning. The academy offers flexible membership packages designed for both recreational beginners and seasoned combat athletes, providing thirty-day free trial opportunities for new students.