Ancient Tradition Meets Modern Combat

Welcome to Northern Mixed Martial Arts, Epping’s premier destination for authentic, practical, and powerful martial arts training. Established in 2001 by the renowned Matt Tonkin, our gym is where tradition meets modern combat. Together with our head striking coach, Lorenzo Nigli, we bring over 70 years of combined training and teaching experience, offering a level of expertise that’s unmatched in the area.

At Northern MMA, we don’t just teach martial arts—we empower you with real, functional self-defense skills that work in both high-stakes competition and everyday life. Whether you’re stepping into the ring for Kickboxing, mastering the art of Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, honing your Boxing skills, or diving deep into the discipline of Japanese Jiu Jitsu and Full Contact Karate, our classes are designed to challenge, inspire, and transform you.

Join a community where passion meets precision, and every training session brings you closer to becoming the best version of yourself. Ready to take the first step? Visit us at Northern MMA, where your journey to strength, confidence, and self-mastery begins