Proving Ground MMA

​Im a BJJ brown belt and spent a month training at Proving Ground while in Surprise, and I can’t recommend it enough. Coach Ruben has built an incredible community where you feel welcomed the moment you walk through the door. ​The gym has a perfect balance: you’ll find high-level competition athletes pushing the pace alongside people just looking for a great workout. They offer high-quality instruction in both Gi and No-Gi from technical black belts. Most importantly, the training is safe, and the facility is spotless. Whether you're dropping in for an open mat or signing up for full-time classes, the vibes are just immaculate. 10/10 recommendation!

My family love coming here! Everyone is so welcoming. The owners and coaches are amazing. Since my children have starting coming here I can see the difference in their confidence and coronation. Everyone is treated like family! There is no other gym like this one. If you never workout before the coaches are so patient and will help you. My family is so happy and blessed we found proving ground mma! Thank you so much Ruben and Veronica!

I was in Surprise for a few months for work and was looking for a place to train while in town. I dropped in at Proving Ground and was immediately greeted by good people, good vibes, and high level jiu jitsu. Ruben and his coaches are great folks, and the training environment they've created is second to none. Whether you're a veteran of combat sports or a day-one beginner, you'll be welcomed and treated like family here. Can't recommend this place highly enough!

My friend Melissa trains here and invited me to an open mat on a Sunday. I had the best time and Ruben the owner was very welcoming. I met such nice people and had some great rounds. Thank you for being so nice to an outsider since I know it can be a little scary visiting another academy you don't know. I wasn't scared at all and I recommend this place to anyone that lives around the area. Thank you for the hospitality!

proving Ground has been an amazing experience for myself and my children. This journey is not only physical but mental as well. Vargas Gym has opened up another world for our family to experience. The coaches are phenomenal. Great mentors it feels like a family when you go there you will not be disappointed give it a try, they're very down to earth .. every single one of the coaches come in with a smile on her face and a blank slate from the day they come in they teach they mentor they listen the kids coaches are extremely patient. The kids look up to them as family members as adults, they trust and adults, they could be trusted, just give it a try you won't be disappointed ...