What is MMA? Mixed Martial Arts (MMA) is an acronym for a combat sport that blends two or more distinct martial arts disciplines. Typically, MMA integrates a “striking” martial art with a “grappling” martial art, creating a fusion of styles. Popular pairings include Boxing with Wrestling or Kickboxing with Jiu-Jitsu. The essence of MMA training lies in the synergy between these martial arts, strategically addressing and fortifying each other’s weaknesses.