Myriad MMA Academy
About
Myriad MMA Academy in Des Moines offers comprehensive mixed martial arts training under a team of specialized coaches. The gym provides instruction in wrestling, kickboxing, no-gi grappling, and MMA, with coaches like Kyven Gadson for wrestling, Jake Bower for kickboxing and no-gi grappling, and Haris Variz for MMA. Members have access to 14 classes weekly for a monthly fee of $100, with optional morning athlete development sessions available.
reviewsWhat Members Say
Members describe Myriad MMA Academy as a transformative community that feels like home, where they develop both as athletes and people. They praise the welcoming atmosphere that immediately makes newcomers feel included and the supportive culture where coaches provide active feedback and members help each other. Reviewers specifically highlight the high-level coaching across wrestling, BJJ, and striking disciplines, noting coaches are among the best in the Midwest. The gym receives consistent praise for accepting all skill levels and ages while maintaining a culture of humble, respectful people focused on developing champions.
rate_reviewGoogle Reviews (5)
Jacob Barglof
a year ago
To call Myriad ‘just a gym’ would be disrespectful. Myriad has changed me from the outside in with a culture of the coolest, most humble and respectful people & coaches. I’ve developed not only as an athlete, but as a person here. Myriad is the safest place in my life, and I feel at home every time I step through those doors. Not to mention at $100 a month, you get 14 classes a week, and optional morning athlete development.
Chris Stocks
2 months ago
I have been training here since September, safe to say it's my favorite part of my week. The gym has a great community, and I was welcomed immediately.
Isaac
a month ago
Great gym and culture. The coaches actively provide feedback and all the members help each other out.
Skyler Young
a year ago
Absolutely stellar and high level guys here. No matter if it’s your first time in MMA or experienced vet this squad is where you want to be. All ages are accepted too. The goal is to train champions, and that is what they are doing there.
Beau Gilbert
a year ago
This place is my home. The vibes are immaculate, we have coaches for wrestling, BJJ, and striking that are arguably the best in the Midwest. Experienced or beginner this is the place to develop self defense skills and discipline.
paymentsMembership
$140/mo
Contact
2100 E 13th St #102, Ames, IA 50010, USA
scheduleHours
Monday: 5:30 – 8:00 PM
Tuesday: 5:30 – 9:00 PM
Wednesday: 6:00 – 9:00 PM
Thursday: 5:30 – 9:00 PM
Friday: 5:30 – 8:00 PM
Saturday: 10:00 AM – 1:30 PM
Sunday: 4:00 – 7:30 PM
groupCoaches & Instructors
Joel Dudley
Instructor
Kyven Gadson
Wrestling Instructor
Loko Luis
Instructor
Haris Variz
MMA Instructor
Jake Bower
Kickboxing / No Gi Grappling Instructor