Martial arts & fitness in Lee's Summit, MO
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Beginner-friendly MMA, Jiu-Jitsu, Kickboxing and GloryFit classes in Lee's Summit for adults and kids ages 4–14. No experience needed, no pressure to fight. Coached by former UFC fighter James Krause and team.
Adults
Adult classes, too.
Jiu-jitsu, MMA, kickboxing and GloryFit for adults of every level. Get in shape, learn real self-defense, or train like a fighter. No experience needed.
Programs
Pick your fight.
Four programs, one family. Every class is built so beginners feel welcome and experienced athletes still get pushed.
01 Kids Martial Arts
Age-specific Brazilian jiu-jitsu and kickboxing classes that build confidence, respect and athleticism. No prior experience required.
Explore Kids Martial Arts
02 Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
Learn the art of ground grappling for self-defense, fitness or competition. Complete beginners start with the basics; experienced grapplers get challenged from day one.
Explore Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu 03 Mixed Martial Arts
Stand-up striking to ground grappling. Glory brings a professional approach to training to everyday people — beginners and experienced athletes train side by side.
Explore Mixed Martial Arts
04 Kickboxing & GloryFit
Two ways to strike: traditional Muay Thai, and GloryFit — Glory’s own fitness kickboxing program. Take your pick or try both. No experience required.
Explore Kickboxing & GloryFit
Why Glory
Pro-level coaching. Zero ego.
Glory MMA is led by former UFC fighter James Krause, and we bring that level of expertise to everything we do — for fighters, parents, and first-timers alike.
Coaches who train and compete at a high level — and care about your progress.
Support and motivation. We're a family and we've got your back.
Fitness, self-defense or both — we make it happen one day at a time.
A safe, supportive room every time you train. No intimidation.
Free trial
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Kids Martial Arts
Kids BJJ & Youth Kickboxing. Quick form — a coach will call to book your class.
Book free kids class Adults · All levelsBrazilian Jiu-Jitsu
Gi, No-Gi & Fundamentals. Continue to secure online booking.
Book free trial Adults · All levelsMixed Martial Arts
MMA, MMA Striking & Open Mat. Continue to secure online booking.
Book free trial All levelsKickboxing & GloryFit
Muay Thai + GloryFit fitness kickboxing. Continue to secure online booking.
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Sorry if this is long-winded but this place really is special. Not because of the expertise alone but mainly because of the people. I have played nearly every sport at various levels. Along the way you get a feel for what kind of community you are walking into. The minute I stepped in the room (having no prior martial arts experience) I felt welcomed and encouraged. It's a unique family of people that are all there…
Our son has been in the MMA and Jiu Jitsu programs at Glory for nearly a year now. My husband and I believe the instruction is top notch and in no other sport or program have we heard such an emphasis on Respect, Doing your best day in and day out and hustle. Our 6 year old can watch matches on TV or at Glory and identify what one is doing right or wrong and what will help them win their match.
What an awesome gym! One of the best places to train in the KC area. I highly recommend Glory MMA & Fitness to anyone who's looking to get in shape, or to anyone who wants to learn MMA and/or BJJ, or Wrestling. Glory also has some of the best trainers/coaches around! Check them out today!
I have been going to Glory since Jan 2015 and I have thoroughly enjoyed the GloryFit class they offer. The staff and other gym members are incredibly friendly. There are many people there with different end goals and the staff takes the time to learn what your goals are and how they can help you get there. I'm your stereotypical 8-5 cube farmer with a mostly sedentary lifestyle. Five months into my membership (and…
I've been a member for a few months now, and it has been one of the best decisions I've ever made. Glory MMA & Fitness has a great staff that is very welcoming, and that's SUPER important for someone like myself who hasn't done this sort of thing before and was out of shape. I'm still not in great shape, but I've made serious improvements and I've also been able to make good gains to my mental health, which is my #1…
This place is definitely the REAL deal. The instructors are amazing and really care for us. I highly recommend Glory! There's a well rounded group of people who attend it and so many excellent classes. This will be my home gym for life. Very very impressive!
Coaches
Learn from people who've done it.
Inside Glory
On the mats.
Location
Find us in Lee's Summit
- Address
- 750 NW Main St
Lee's Summit, MO 64086 - Phone
- 816-524-7463
- Class times
- Call for current class times
Where is Glory MMA & Fitness located?
750 NW Main St, Lee's Summit, MO 64086. Call 816-524-7463.
What programs does Glory offer?
Kids martial arts (Kids BJJ ages 4–7, Youth BJJ and Youth Kickboxing ages 8–14), adult Brazilian jiu-jitsu (Gi, No-Gi and Fundamentals), MMA and MMA Striking, Muay Thai, and GloryFit fitness kickboxing.
Do I need experience to start?
No. No prior experience is required. Beginners start with the basics and experienced athletes are challenged from day one.
Do you offer a free trial class?
Yes — book a free trial online or call us and we’ll help you pick the right class.
What ages do kids classes cover?
Kids BJJ is for ages 4–7. Youth BJJ and Youth Kickboxing are for ages 8–14.
Free trial
Your first class is on us.
Walk in nervous, walk out part of the family. Tell us what you want to train and we'll set up your free trial.
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Tell us a little about you and a coach will reach out to get your first class on the calendar.
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