How long does it take to become a professional fighter?

How long does it take to become a professional fighter?

After 4-5 years of consistent practice and training or a solid brown belt in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, you should be good enough to turn pro. If you are good enough and you're an exciting fighter you may be considered or get the chance of being signed by one of the major MMA promotion companies such as Fight to fame or UFC.

Do amatuer fighters get paid?

Amateur MMA fighters cannot be paid, so every ticket sold goes to pay for the production and the rest goes into the promoters' pockets and those dollars are very few and far between.

How much money does a MMA fighter make?

The average UFC fighter made $138,250 in 2018, up from an average earnings of $132,109 in 2017. Fighters such as Conor McGregor or Jon Jones make much more than the company average, usually earning millions of dollars each fight after PPV earnings and sponsorships.