Striking or grappling: which should a beginner start with?

New members often ask whether to begin with striking or grappling. The honest answer: either is a great start, and MMA eventually asks for both.

Striking — boxing, Muay Thai, kickboxing — builds coordination, footwork and confidence fast, and the cardio hit is immediate. If you want to feel athletic quickly, start here.

Grappling — BJJ and wrestling — rewards patience and problem-solving. It's a chess match on the mat, and it's the most reliable route to real self-defence for most people.

The good news: your membership opens the whole card. Try a striking class and a grappling class in your first week, and let your body tell you where it wants to be.