UFC GYM India, the official brand extension of the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC), has announced the grand opening of its second premium fitness destination in Jaipur, located in the rapidly developing Jagatpura area. The first location in Jaipur opened at Sunny Trade Center in Mansarovar. The new facility spans an expansive 20,000 square feet and brings together mixed martial arts (MMA) training, functional fitness, traditional fitness, group fitness classes, youth programming for children aged 5 to 12, as well as nutrition and recovery solutions under one roof, catering to the evolving fitness needs of the city.
Strategic Location in Jagatpura
Jagatpura has emerged as one of Jaipur's most dynamic and rapidly developing localities, known for its modern infrastructure, educational institutions, and growing residential communities. With its strategic connectivity and rising urban lifestyle, Jagatpura presents an ideal ecosystem for a globally recognized fitness brand like UFC GYM to thrive and serve a young, ambitious, and fitness-conscious population.
World-Class Facilities and Amenities
Located at 1st Floor, Industrial Area, Mahal Road, near Apparel Park, Jagatpura, Jaipur, UFC GYM Jagatpura introduces the brand's signature Train Different philosophy. It offers an unmatched combination of international-standard training, elite equipment, and holistic wellness amenities. Key highlights include:
- Premium strength and cardio equipment by Life Fitness and Hammer Strength
- State-of-the-art MMA training zones featuring the signature UFC-style Octagon, boxing bag racks, and mixed martial arts equipment
- Dedicated functional training area with a large turf and functional training equipment
- A Pilates training studio for flexibility, strength, and core conditioning
- UFC GYM's signature programs such as Daily Ultimate Training, Fight Fit, Boxing Conditioning, and Kickboxing Conditioning, as well as high-intensity classes like TRX and Core Blast
- Wide range of group fitness classes including Spinning, Yoga, Zumba, and Bollywood Dance
- Lockers, showers, and steam facilities
- Recovery-focused amenities including spa, chilled showers, cold plunge, and infrared sauna for muscle relaxation and rejuvenation
- UFC GYM's ArmBar cafe for healthy and science-backed nutrition
- Spacious training layout designed for performance, comfort, and community engagement
- Ample parking space available
- Specialized classes for children aged 5 to 12 across mixed martial arts and functional fitness
- Annual members receive UFC GYM's official merchandise kit and access to an exclusive loyalty program
Members will gain access to globally benchmarked training programs developed in collaboration with internationally acclaimed UFC athletes and fitness experts, ensuring results-driven training in a motivating and inclusive environment.
Leadership Perspectives
Chairman of UFC GYM India, Farzad Palia, said, "Our first launch at Mansarovar was a success and it redefined the fitness landscape in Jaipur. Jagatpura represents the new face of Jaipur—modern, energetic, and rapidly expanding. With this launch, we bring a world-class fitness ecosystem to a locality that is already primed for global training standards."
Founder and Managing Director of UFC GYM India, Istayak Ansari, added, "Our expansion into Jagatpura strengthens our commitment to bringing premium fitness experiences to emerging urban hubs across India. This facility is designed not just as a gym, but as a complete fitness and recovery destination for individuals and families alike."
Executive Vice President - International Franchise & Global Fitness Operations of UFC GYM, Donnie Oliver, said, "India represents one of the most exciting frontiers for UFC GYM's global expansion, and Jaipur is a perfect example of why. The opening of our second location in the city reflects not only the strength of our partners on the ground, but the genuine appetite for world-class fitness experiences across India's emerging urban centres. What Istayak, Farzad and the team are building here is exactly what the UFC GYM brand stands for: premium training, inclusive programming and a community that empowers people of all ages and abilities to Train Different."
UFC GYM Jagatpura is led by Sublicensee CA Kajol Palsaniya, who said, "Jagatpura is a neighbourhood on the rise and we wanted to be a part of this story from the very beginning. With Life Fitness and Hammer Strength equipment, UFC GYM's Signature classes and recovery amenities, UFC GYM Jagatpura brings an elite experience that rivals the finest fitness facilities in the country. This is more than a training ground — it's a statement that world-class wellness is no longer reserved for big cities. We are just getting started."
Expansion Plans
UFC GYM is set to witness significant growth this year, with new locations opening across multiple cities including Mumbai, Jaipur, Shillong, Hyderabad, Chennai, Pune, and more. Since debuting in 2009, UFC GYM has opened more than 220 locations across 26 countries. In 2018, the fitness franchise expanded its global brand presence to India, the world's second-largest population, in partnership with Artaxerxes Fitness & Lifestyle Pvt. Ltd, led by Master Licensees Istayak Ansari and Farzad Palia. UFC GYM is targeting to build over 100 UFC GYM clubs in 60 cities by 2033 in India. Currently, UFC GYM operates 12 gyms across 9 cities in India and plans to open 10 new gyms in 2026 in Mumbai, Pune, Jaipur, Jammu, Chennai, Hyderabad, and Shillong.
UFC GYM programming has been developed through exclusive access to the training regimens of internationally acclaimed UFC athletes and world-class Fitness Directors. The company's unique Train Different approach provides members with everything they need for the entire family to move, get fit, and live a healthy life regardless of age or current athletic ability.
For more information on UFC GYM Jagatpura, visit ufcgym.in or follow @ufcgymjagatpura on Instagram.
About UFC GYM
UFC GYM is the first major brand extension of the UFC, the world's premier MMA organization, created in alliance with New Evolution Ventures (NeV), developers of many of the world's most successful fitness brands. As the first to unite the benefits of MMA with fitness, the brand offers more than expected. With over 200 locations opened and 700 additional locations currently in development globally, UFC GYM has revolutionized the fitness industry and positively impacted countless lives worldwide.
