Let Our Coaches Help You Every Step of the Way – No Previous Experience Expected or Required
Ivey League was founded in 2008 and is located in Arnold, Maryland and run by BJJ Black Belt and Former Professional Fighter Danny Ives. Since day one the goal has been to provide students with top notch classes in a safe, clean, and friendly environment and yes, beginners are ALWAYS welcome here.
From the very first time you set foot in your new gym, you’re going to experience something unlike you ever have before. We take care of you every step of the way. That means you get to enjoy a daily blast of nonstop adrenaline with every training session.
Our instructors are here to help give you that extra boost you need to get the results you’re looking for and unlock your true potential… FAST.
Classes are designed to make sure you get the personal instruction you need to thrive. From beginners and basics to our Mastery and AP classes and our Competition Team, everybody at Ivey League MMA is treated as equals.

Danny Ives – Founder
Ivey League Mixed Martial Arts
If you’ve never done martial arts before you might be thinking, “Can I really do this stuff?” or “I’m not sure I’ve got what it takes…” or “You probably have to be really tough, right?” The reality is that anyone can train at Ivey League, all it takes is a good attitude and the desire to learn and get better. If kids can do this, you can do this, too!
If you’re new to mixed martial arts, you’re in for a big surprise. In your very first class, you’re going to discover that MMA skills are not only super fun to learn, but they’re a fantastic way to get in amazing shape.
Our classes will give you the best workouts you’ve ever had … and you’ll have a blast every minute of every class! It doesn’t matter if you’re young or old, a man or a woman, in or out of shape, if you commit to our MMA program, you will see real results, really fast.
What kind of fitness results can you expect?
Whether you’re a man or woman, you’re going to quickly discover that a new, leaner and stronger body is waiting to be unleashed inside of you. That’s because Mixed Martial Arts offers you the best in full-body exercise. It’s strength training, stretching, cardio and fitness all wrapped into one.


If you’ve always wanted to try mixed martial arts, but had concerns about safety, we feel your pain. Most MMA schools think (incorrectly) that the only way to teach their students how to fight is having them toss on boxing gloves and swing for the fences. Not only is this counter-productive and dangerous, but it also hinders the learning process.
Our grappling and sparring instruction is always conducted with utmost control and, most importantly, only when your instructor determines you are truly ready. At that time, you’ll only be sparring at a level you can handle, with your instructor or another advanced student, so that you can get comfortable in small steps.
The idea is to safely train hard and enjoy the experience. At Ivey League, you’ll be reaching your potential as a martial artist, and be able to go to work the next day.
The Time to Act is Now…
Let Ivey League help you exceed ALL of your weight loss, health, fitness and Martial Arts related goals. Our instructors are waiting to work with you.
It’s time for you to discover how fantastic it feels to sweat it out in an MMA training session.
Start out by learning the basics and build your skill set from there. It won’t be long before you go from beginner to an awesome, world-class advanced MMA specialist – we do it all here at Ivey League MMA … and we do it all for people just like YOU!
Make the smart choice for your health and well being right now.
Say, “No More…”
- No more delays…
- No more putting it off until Monday…
- No more finding excuses…
- No more wasting time and money with boring gym memberships you don’t use..
It’s time to make a decision!
GET STARTED TODAY
Our Starter Kit has everything you need to know about how the Programs at Ivey League Mixed Martial Arts work and how they could work for you and your family.

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