MMA for beginners
You do not need previous experience in MMA, kickboxing, Muay Thai or BJJ. The current MMA and striking classes are listed for all levels.
MMA ZURICH · STRIKING
MMA & Striking in Zurich.
Mixed Martial Arts, striking, kickboxing and Muay Thai at the Tiago de Paula BJJ Zurich Dojo, Forchstrasse 225. For beginners and experienced martial artists who want to develop their stand-up skills and train MMA as a complete combat sport.
MMAMixed Martial Arts
StrikingKickboxing & Muay Thai
All levelsbeginners welcome
ZurichForchstrasse 225
MMA TRAINING ZURICH
Connect striking, grappling and transitions.
Mixed Martial Arts combines several combat sports into one complete system. MMA and striking training develops your ability to move effectively on your feet, manage distance and connect striking with grappling. Technique, timing, control and structured progression come first.
Striking
Develop movement, distance management, timing and the controlled use of punches, kicks and combinations.
Grappling & No-Gi
Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and No-Gi provide a strong complement for ground fighting, control and MMA transitions.
Technical sparring
As your experience grows, techniques can be applied and connected under controlled resistance.
MMA & STRIKING SCHEDULE
Regular MMA training at the Zurich Dojo.
MMA and striking sessions below are loaded directly from the current Zurich schedule. The full timetable also includes combined No-Gi BJJ, MMA and striking sparring, allowing stand-up, grappling and transitions to be trained together.
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Adults MMA / StrikingMMA / Striking · All levels
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Adults MMA / StrikingMMA / Striking · All levels
WHAT YOU TRAIN
From stand-up skills to a complete MMA system.
MMA – Mixed Martial Arts
MMA combines striking, wrestling, takedowns and grappling. The aim is to connect techniques effectively across different situations rather than learn them in isolation.
Striking
Striking focuses on stand-up fighting: movement, distance, combinations, defence and timing.
Kickboxing
Kickboxing combines boxing techniques with kicks and provides an important foundation for modern striking.
Muay Thai
Muay Thai elements expand the striking game through different kicking, knee and clinch situations.
COACHING
Coaches who help you progress.
Experienced coaches, clear technical progression and one shared standard on the mat.
Black Belt
Luiz Finocchio
BJJ · MMA Coach
Black Belt
Tiago De Paula
Founder · Head Coach
MMA & STRIKING MEMBERSHIP
Train MMA — or combine MMA and BJJ.
Members primarily interested in MMA and striking can choose a dedicated MMA & Striking Only membership. Those who also want Gi and No-Gi BJJ can choose Adult All Access or, for ages 14–25 with valid ID, Youth & Students All Access.
12 months
MMA & Striking Only
CHF 1'200Unlimited MMA, Kickboxing and Muay Thai
6 months
MMA & Striking Only
CHF 700Unlimited MMA, Kickboxing and Muay Thai
ZURICH DOJO
Forchstrasse 225, 8032 Zürich
The Tiago de Paula BJJ Zurich Dojo brings Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, No-Gi, MMA and striking together under one roof. Tiago de Paula BJJ was founded in Zurich in 2017 and today trains complete beginners, dedicated recreational athletes and competitors.
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FAQ
Common questions about MMA & Striking in Zurich.
01Can I start MMA in Zurich with no previous experience?+
Yes. The current MMA and striking classes are listed for all levels. You do not need previous experience in BJJ, kickboxing or Muay Thai.
02Do I need to learn BJJ before starting MMA?+
No. You can start directly with MMA and striking. BJJ, particularly No-Gi, is an excellent complement for grappling, ground fighting and transitions.
03What is the difference between MMA and striking?+
Striking mainly covers stand-up techniques such as punches, kicks, movement and defence. MMA combines striking with takedowns, wrestling and grappling.
04Do you train kickboxing and Muay Thai?+
Yes. The current MMA & Striking programme is explicitly listed on the website as MMA, Kickboxing and Muay Thai.
05Do I have to spar during my first class?+
No. New members are introduced progressively to partner training and controlled sparring.
06What should I bring to my first MMA class?+
For a trial session, clean sportswear without zips or metal parts and a water bottle are enough. The team will explain which additional equipment is useful for regular striking training.
07Can I train MMA and BJJ together?+
Yes. Adult All Access combines BJJ, MMA and striking. Youth, apprentices and students aged 14–25 with valid ID also have an All Access option.
08Who coaches MMA at Tiago de Paula BJJ?+
The team includes Luiz Finocchio, a BJJ Black Belt, grappling coach and former undefeated professional MMA fighter with a 3–0 record.
TIAGO DE PAULA BJJ · ZURICH
Want to try MMA in Zurich?
Book a trial class at our Zurich Dojo. Tell us briefly about any previous martial arts experience and what you would like to train, and we will recommend a suitable MMA or striking session.
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