Mixed Martial Arts Equipment Market Report 2025

This Mixed Martial Arts Equipment market report delivers an in-depth analysis of the market’s key characteristics, including size, growth potential, and segmentation. It provides a detailed breakdown of the market across major regions and leading countries, highlighting historical data and future growth projections. The report also examines the competitive landscape, market share insights, emerging trends, and strategic developments shaping the market.

The mixed martial arts equipment market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $1.25 billion in 2024 to $1.33 billion in 2025 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 6%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to the growing popularity of MMA events, increasing media coverage and promotion, rising participation in combat sports, higher disposable incomes, and the expansion of MMA gyms and training facilities.

The mixed martial arts equipment market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $1.66 billion in 2029 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 5.7%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to the increasing adoption of MMA as a mainstream sport, growing interest in fitness and self-defense training, expansion of digital platforms and online coaching, rising consumer awareness of safety and performance benefits, and growing global interest in competitive sports. Major trends in the forecast period include the expansion of virtual and augmented reality training tools, enhanced focus on injury prevention and recovery technologies, integration of advanced analytics and performance tracking systems, growth in collaborations between sports brands and MMA gyms, and the development of multi-functional equipment for diverse training needs.

The rising involvement of individuals in recreational sports, fitness, and athletic activities is anticipated to propel the growth of the mixed martial arts equipment market. This surge in participation is largely attributed to a growing emphasis on health, wellness, and enjoyment. Individuals utilize mixed martial arts equipment in recreational sports, fitness, and athletic endeavors to enhance training effectiveness, ensure safety, and develop skills. For example, a report from the Department of Health and Aged Care, an Australian government agency, indicated that about 90% of adults participate in sports at least once a year. Annually, approximately 13.5 million adults and 3.6 million children engage in sports activities. Moreover, over 3 million Australians volunteer in sports and active recreation each year. Consequently, the increased participation in recreational sports, fitness, and athletic activities is contributing to the growth of the mixed martial arts equipment market.

Leading companies in the mixed martial arts equipment market are developing advanced technologies and innovative products to improve athlete performance, safety, and training efficiency. These innovative products incorporate new ideas, technologies, or designs to offer unique solutions or enhancements over existing products. For example, in November 2022, Toyam Sports Limited, an India-based sports promotion company, introduced a variety of merchandise. This merchandise includes apparel like T-shirts and hoodies, training gear such as gloves and shin guards, accessories like gym bags and water bottles, as well as collectibles such as signed memorabilia and posters of popular fighters. These products are designed to cater to both MMA practitioners and fans, enhancing their training experience and fostering a stronger connection to the sport.

In April 2024, River Associates, a US-based private equity firm, acquired Dollamur LLC for an undisclosed sum. This acquisition aligns with River Associates' investment strategy of supporting stable, growth-oriented companies while using their expertise to improve operational efficiencies and market positioning. Dollamur LLC, a US-based manufacturer, specializes in producing advanced mats for various martial arts disciplines.

Major companies operating in the mixed martial arts equipment market are Adidas AG, Reebok International Limited, RDX Sports, Everlast Worldwide, Century Martial Arts, Venum, Hayabusa Fightwear Inc., Combat Sports, Ringside Ltd, Tatami Fightwear, TITLE Boxing LLC, Fairtex, Revgear, Rival Boxing Gear Inc., Lonsdale, MACHO SPORTS GROUP LLC, Blitz Sport Ltd, ProForce, Twins Special, Windy Fightgear, Grapplers Inc., Goodwin, BAD BOY.

North America was the largest region in the mixed martial arts equipment market in 2024. The regions covered in the mixed martial arts equipment market report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa. The countries covered in the mixed martial arts equipment market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.

Mixed martial arts (MMA) equipment encompasses specialized gear and protective tools used by fighters for training and competition. This equipment is designed to improve performance, ensure safety, and provide necessary protection during intense combat. It is customized to meet the unique demands of MMA, integrating elements from various martial arts disciplines.

The primary categories of MMA equipment include gloves, protective gear, and training tools. MMA gloves are protective handwear intended to safeguard fighters' hands and knuckles during both training and competition. They are available in different types, such as training gloves, sparring gloves, and competition gloves, each suited to specific needs and activities within MMA. This equipment is available through sporting goods retailers, department stores, hypermarkets, supermarkets, and online retailers, and is utilized by various end users, including personal-use institutions.

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The mixed martial arts equipment market consists of sales of grappling mats, groove guards, body protectors, training dummies, and resistance bands. Values in this market are ‘factory gate’ values, that is, the value of goods sold by the manufacturers or creators of the goods, whether to other entities (including downstream manufacturers, wholesalers, distributors, and retailers) or directly to end customers. The value of goods in this market includes related services sold by the creators of the goods.

The market value is defined as the revenues that enterprises gain from the sale of goods and/or services within the specified market and geography through sales, grants, or donations in terms of the currency (in USD, unless otherwise specified).

The revenues for a specified geography are consumption values that are revenues generated by organizations in the specified geography within the market, irrespective of where they are produced. It does not include revenues from resales along the supply chain, either further along the supply chain or as part of other products.

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