Mixed Martial Arts
Mixed martial arts (MMA) is a full contact combat Martial art / sport that allows a wide variety of fighting techniques, from a mixture of martial arts traditions and non-traditions, to be used in self- defense and competitions. On the competition side, the rules allow the use of striking and grappling techniques, both while standing and on the ground. On the self-defense side, there are no rules.
For example, real self-defense training includes Standing Strikes, Standing Grappling, Ground Grappling, and Ground Striking.
MMA is designed to identify and integrate the most effective techniques and training systems available today!
With a focus on REAL self-defense and self-development, and with a healthy balance between realism and safety, this MMA class provides a friendly, safe and enjoyable format of comprehensive training for both men and women.
This MMA class has an emphasis on Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu due to its proven effectiveness in realistic fighting situations. Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, made famous by the Gracie family, is one of the most respected and effective grappling arts in the world. BJJ is not based on strength; it uses the opponent's strength and force against themselves. The key is leverage and balance, and using proper technique to escape, hold and/or submit your opponent. Since most fights end up on the ground, BJJ concentrates on grappling from positions including the "Guard", the "Mount", the "Side-Mount" or "Cross-side", from which a variety of chokes, joint locks, pins and escapes are practiced in the most effective methods possible. Skill in the grappling range is necessary to complete your martial arts training in order to truly defend yourself.
