We're a combat academy based in Kimberley (map) specializing in four martial arts, one philosophy: train hard so violence stays theoretical.
BJJ, Kickboxing, MMA, Wrestling—all taught with the hope you never use them outside these walls. But the day you do? It's not even close.
We're a combat academy based in Kimberley (map) specializing in four martial arts, one philosophy: train hard so violence stays theoretical.
BJJ, Kickboxing, MMA, Wrestling—all taught with the hope you never use them outside these walls.
But the day you do? It's not even close.
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About us
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About us
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About us
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One roof. Four disciplines. Zero shortcuts.
Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu¹, MMA², Kickboxing³, and Wrestling⁴; integrated, not scattered.
Purpose-built mats, a fully equipped strength gym, and coaching that treats conditioning and combat as one system.
If you’re serious about learning how to fight—and how to train—this is where it happens.
One roof.
Four disciplines.
Zero shortcuts.
Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu¹, MMA², Kickboxing³, and Wrestling⁴; integrated, not scattered.
Purpose-built mats, a fully equipped strength gym, and coaching that treats conditioning and combat as one system.
If you’re serious about learning how to fight—and how to train—this is where it happens.
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15
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Years of Experience
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6
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Classes Per Week
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45
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Satisfied Students
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3
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Full time coaches
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15
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Years of Experience
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6
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Classes Per Week
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45
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Satisfied Students
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3
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Full time coaches
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15
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Years of Experience
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6
x
Classes Per Week
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45
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Satisfied Students
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3
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Full time coaches
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New to MMA ?
Everything you need to know before your first class — no experience required.
No. Most people start with zero experience and average fitness. Classes are structured so beginners can learn safely and progress at their own pace.
Comfortable athletic clothing with no zips or pockets, plus a water bottle. If you don’t have proper gear yet, we’ll guide you.
No. Your first class focuses on learning fundamentals and movement. Sparring only happens when you’re ready and comfortable.
Arrive 10 minutes early to meet the coach, sign in, and get settled before class starts.
Yes. Our classes are beginner-friendly and coached with safety, structure, and progression in mind.
After you submit your booking, one of our coaches will contact you within 24 hours to answer any questions you might have and arrange a date and time that works for you to come check out the gym. No pressure, no commitment—just a conversation to make sure you're set up for your first session.
No. Most people start with zero experience and average fitness. Classes are structured so beginners can learn safely and progress at their own pace.
Comfortable athletic clothing with no zips or pockets, plus a water bottle. If you don’t have proper gear yet, we’ll guide you.
No. Your first class focuses on learning fundamentals and movement. Sparring only happens when you’re ready and comfortable.
Arrive 10 minutes early to meet the coach, sign in, and get settled before class starts.
Yes. Our classes are beginner-friendly and coached with safety, structure, and progression in mind.
After you submit your booking, one of our coaches will contact you within 24 hours to answer any questions you might have and arrange a date and time that works for you to come check out the gym. No pressure, no commitment—just a conversation to make sure you're set up for your first session.
No. Most people start with zero experience and average fitness. Classes are structured so beginners can learn safely and progress at their own pace.
Comfortable athletic clothing with no zips or pockets, plus a water bottle. If you don’t have proper gear yet, we’ll guide you.
No. Your first class focuses on learning fundamentals and movement. Sparring only happens when you’re ready and comfortable.
Arrive 10 minutes early to meet the coach, sign in, and get settled before class starts.
Yes. Our classes are beginner-friendly and coached with safety, structure, and progression in mind.
After you submit your booking, one of our coaches will contact you within 24 hours to answer any questions you might have and arrange a date and time that works for you to come check out the gym. No pressure, no commitment—just a conversation to make sure you're set up for your first session.
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Schedule 2026
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Schedule 2026
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Schedule 2026
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Mondays
1
Jits Mondays - First hour: We slow it down. Technical drilling, position work, understanding mechanics. Learn it right. Second hour: We speed it up. Live rolls, open mat, put it all together. Test yourself.
17:00 - 18:00 Jiu-Jitsu theory
18:00 - 19:00 Live grappling
Tuesdays
2
Wrestling and kickboxing Tuesdays- First hour: Wrestling fundamentals. Takedowns, sprawls, and positional control. Build the pressure and chain wrestling that dominates. Second hour: Kickboxing. Striking technique, combinations, and footwork. Pad work and partner drills that develop real power.
17:00-18:00 Wrestling
18:00 - 19:00 Kickboxing
Wednesdays
3
More Jits Wednesdays - First hour: We go deeper. New positions, new problems, same technical focus. Refine what you started Monday. Second hour: Live training continues. Twice the mat time, twice the growth. Test what you learned earlier in the week.
17:00 - 18:00 Jiu-Jitsu theory
18:00 - 19:00 Live grappling
Thursdays
4
UFC Thursdays - First hour: True MMA. Transitions between striking and grappling, cage work, defending takedowns while landing shots. The complete game. Second hour: More kickboxing. Double down on striking. Build speed, power, and conditioning through the week.
MMA 17:00 - 18:00
Kickboxing 18:00 - 19:00
Saturdays
5
Voluntarily Suffering Saturdays - Open mat. Normal people sleep in on Saturdays. We chose violence instead. Come prove you're serious. All levels welcome—come drill, roll, or just get rounds in.
Open Mat 10:00 - 12:00
Mondays
Jits Mondays - First hour: We slow it down. Technical drilling, position work, understanding mechanics. Learn it right. Second hour: We speed it up. Live rolls, open mat, put it all together. Test yourself.
17:00 - 18:00 Jiu-Jitsu theory
18:00 - 19:00 Live grappling
Tuesdays
Wrestling and kickboxing Tuesdays- First hour: Wrestling fundamentals. Takedowns, sprawls, and positional control. Build the pressure and chain wrestling that dominates. Second hour: Kickboxing. Striking technique, combinations, and footwork. Pad work and partner drills that develop real power.
17:00-18:00 Wrestling
18:00 - 19:00 Kickboxing
Wednesdays
More Jits Wednesdays - First hour: We go deeper. New positions, new problems, same technical focus. Refine what you started Monday. Second hour: Live training continues. Twice the mat time, twice the growth. Test what you learned earlier in the week.
17:00 - 18:00 Jiu-Jitsu theory
18:00 - 19:00 Live grappling
Thursdays
UFC Thursdays - First hour: True MMA. Transitions between striking and grappling, cage work, defending takedowns while landing shots. The complete game. Second hour: More kickboxing. Double down on striking. Build speed, power, and conditioning through the week.
MMA 17:00 - 18:00
Kickboxing 18:00 - 19:00
Saturdays
Voluntarily Suffering Saturdays - Open mat. Normal people sleep in on Saturdays. We chose violence instead. Come prove you're serious. All levels welcome—come drill, roll, or just get rounds in.
Open Mat 10:00 - 12:00
Mondays
Jits Mondays - First hour: We slow it down. Technical drilling, position work, understanding mechanics. Learn it right. Second hour: We speed it up. Live rolls, open mat, put it all together. Test yourself.
17:00 - 18:00 Jiu-Jitsu theory
18:00 - 19:00 Live grappling
Tuesdays
Wrestling and kickboxing Tuesdays- First hour: Wrestling fundamentals. Takedowns, sprawls, and positional control. Build the pressure and chain wrestling that dominates. Second hour: Kickboxing. Striking technique, combinations, and footwork. Pad work and partner drills that develop real power.
17:00-18:00 Wrestling
18:00 - 19:00 Kickboxing
Wednesdays
More Jits Wednesdays - First hour: We go deeper. New positions, new problems, same technical focus. Refine what you started Monday. Second hour: Live training continues. Twice the mat time, twice the growth. Test what you learned earlier in the week.
17:00 - 18:00 Jiu-Jitsu theory
18:00 - 19:00 Live grappling
Thursdays
UFC Thursdays - First hour: True MMA. Transitions between striking and grappling, cage work, defending takedowns while landing shots. The complete game. Second hour: More kickboxing. Double down on striking. Build speed, power, and conditioning through the week.
MMA 17:00 - 18:00
Kickboxing 18:00 - 19:00
Saturdays
Voluntarily Suffering Saturdays - Open mat. Normal people sleep in on Saturdays. We chose violence instead. Come prove you're serious. All levels welcome—come drill, roll, or just get rounds in.
Open Mat 10:00 - 12:00
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Our Classes
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Our Classes
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Learn control through Jiu-Jitsu. Power through Kickboxing. Dominance through Wrestling. Master it all through MMA.
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Meet the coach
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Meet the coach
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Meet the coach
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"Most people are far more capable than they've been led to believe ,they just need someone who won't let them quit on themselves"
1st Place Submission Kings
2nd Degree Black Belt Karate
National level MMA competitor
Over a decade coaching exp.
Trained alongside elite fighters
4.8/5
100+ Students Transformed.
"Iron Fist doesn't sell fantasy. You learn what works because you test it against people who are actively trying to stop you. That's the only training that matters."
Renier Blaauw
2nd year student
Coaching Philosophy
Focus over Fear. "Strength isn’t a birthright; it’s a build. We use structured progression to turn survival instincts into technical dominance. No ego, no judgment—just the work required to break through your own limits.
No Judgment Environment
The mat is a safe place to challenge yourself, fail without shame, and discover you're far more capable than you imagined.
Student-First Approach
His greatest satisfaction isn't in medals—it's watching a student who once wanted to quit finally breakthrough. Every small victory counts.
Iron Fist MMA®
Battle-Tested. Coach-Driven.
Real fight experience, applied to your training.
1st Place Submission Kings
2nd Degree Black Belt Karate
National level MMA competitor
Over a decade coaching exp.
Trained alongside elite fighters
4.8/5
100+ Students Transformed.
"Iron Fist doesn't sell fantasy. You learn what works because you test it against people who are actively trying to stop you. That's the only training that matters."
Renier Blaauw
2nd year student
Coaching Philosophy
Focus over Fear. "Strength isn’t a birthright; it’s a build. We use structured progression to turn survival instincts into technical dominance. No ego, no judgment—just the work required to break through your own limits.
No Judgment Environment
The mat is a safe place to challenge yourself, fail without shame, and discover you're far more capable than you imagined.
Student-First Approach
His greatest satisfaction isn't in medals—it's watching a student who once wanted to quit finally breakthrough. Every small victory counts.
Iron Fist MMA®
Battle-Tested. Coach-Driven.
Real fight experience, applied to your training.
1st Place Submission Kings
2nd Degree Black Belt Karate
National level MMA competitor
Over a decade coaching exp.
Trained alongside elite fighters
4.8/5
100+ Students Transformed.
"Iron Fist doesn't sell fantasy. You learn what works because you test it against people who are actively trying to stop you. That's the only training that matters."
Renier Blaauw
2nd year student
Coaching Philosophy
Focus over Fear. "Strength isn’t a birthright; it’s a build. We use structured progression to turn survival instincts into technical dominance. No ego, no judgment—just the work required to break through your own limits.
No Judgment Environment
The mat is a safe place to challenge yourself, fail without shame, and discover you're far more capable than you imagined.
Student-First Approach
His greatest satisfaction isn't in medals—it's watching a student who once wanted to quit finally breakthrough. Every small victory counts.
Iron Fist MMA®
Battle-Tested. Coach-Driven.
Real fight experience, applied to your training.
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Process
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Process
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Process
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Our training is structured, intentional, and built on proven systems.
We don't wing it. Every session follows methodologies used by world-championship camps, scaled to meet you where you are.
Positional Hierarchy First
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We prioritise strong positions before submissions or strikes, building control, balance, and awareness from the ground up.
Positional Hierarchy First
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We prioritise strong positions before submissions or strikes, building control, balance, and awareness from the ground up.
Positional Hierarchy First
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We prioritise strong positions before submissions or strikes, building control, balance, and awareness from the ground up.
Live Situational Drilling
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Techniques are trained in realistic scenarios with resistance, so skills transfer directly into live sparring.
Live Situational Drilling
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Techniques are trained in realistic scenarios with resistance, so skills transfer directly into live sparring.
Live Situational Drilling
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Techniques are trained in realistic scenarios with resistance, so skills transfer directly into live sparring.
Progressive Resistance Loading
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Intensity increases gradually over time, ensuring steady improvement without burnout or unnecessary injury.
Progressive Resistance Loading
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Intensity increases gradually over time, ensuring steady improvement without burnout or unnecessary injury.
Progressive Resistance Loading
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Intensity increases gradually over time, ensuring steady improvement without burnout or unnecessary injury.
Technical Refinement Under Fatigue
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Technique is sharpened under pressure and fatigue, where real fights and hard rounds are actually decided.
Technical Refinement Under Fatigue
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Technique is sharpened under pressure and fatigue, where real fights and hard rounds are actually decided.
Technical Refinement Under Fatigue
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Technique is sharpened under pressure and fatigue, where real fights and hard rounds are actually decided.
Pricing Plans.
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Pricing Plans.
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Pricing Plans.
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Honest pricing for serious training. No hidden fees, no long-term contracts, just options that work.
Single program
All programs
Subscription
Subscription +
Iron Fist ®
R550
R700
/month
Single Discipline - Pick one program and stick with it. Jiu-Jitsu runs Monday & Wednesday. Kickboxing runs Tuesday & Thursday. Wrestling on Tuesday. MMA on Thursday.
What's included:
One discipline only
2 sessions per week
Technical training + live work
Full access to gym and sauna facilities
Month-to-month, cancel anytime
First week free
Single program
All programs
Subscription
Subscription +
Iron Fist ®
R550
R700
/month
Single Discipline - Pick one program and stick with it. Jiu-Jitsu runs Monday & Wednesday. Kickboxing runs Tuesday & Thursday. Wrestling on Tuesday. MMA on Thursday.
What's included:
One discipline only
2 sessions per week
Technical training + live work
Full access to gym and sauna facilities
Month-to-month, cancel anytime
First week free
Single program
All programs
Subscription
Subscription +
Iron Fist ®
R550
R700
/month
Single Discipline - Pick one program and stick with it. Jiu-Jitsu runs Monday & Wednesday. Kickboxing runs Tuesday & Thursday. Wrestling on Tuesday. MMA on Thursday.
What's included:
One discipline only
2 sessions per week
Technical training + live work
Full access to gym and sauna facilities
Month-to-month, cancel anytime
First week free
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Testimonials
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Testimonials
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Testimonials
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Success stories from our students.
4.9/5
Chris Langeveldt
Designer
4.7/5
"Zero grappling experience. Thought I'd quit week one. Six months later, addicted. They teach the why behind moves, not just the how."
Klaus
MD
5/5
Renier
Insurance Specialist
5/5
"Prepped my first amateur fight here. They teach range transitions, not just 'a bit of everything.' Won by submission round two."
Neska
Conservationist.
5/5
"Third gym I've tried. First one that actually fixed my technique instead of just letting me swing harder. Finally have real power."
Wayde
I.T Specialist
5/5
"Three years in. Coaches remember what you struggled with last week and help you fix it. No ego, just work."
F.C
Manager
4.9/5
Chris Langeveldt
Designer
4.7/5
"Zero grappling experience. Thought I'd quit week one. Six months later, addicted. They teach the why behind moves, not just the how."
Klaus
MD
5/5
Renier
Insurance Specialist
5/5
"Prepped my first amateur fight here. They teach range transitions, not just 'a bit of everything.' Won by submission round two."
Neska
Conservationist.
5/5
"Third gym I've tried. First one that actually fixed my technique instead of just letting me swing harder. Finally have real power."
Wayde
I.T Specialist
5/5
"Three years in. Coaches remember what you struggled with last week and help you fix it. No ego, just work."
F.C
Manager
4.9/5
Chris Langeveldt
Designer
4.7/5
"Zero grappling experience. Thought I'd quit week one. Six months later, addicted. They teach the why behind moves, not just the how."
Klaus
MD
5/5
Renier
Insurance Specialist
5/5
"Prepped my first amateur fight here. They teach range transitions, not just 'a bit of everything.' Won by submission round two."
Neska
Conservationist.
5/5
"Third gym I've tried. First one that actually fixed my technique instead of just letting me swing harder. Finally have real power."
Wayde
I.T Specialist
5/5
"Three years in. Coaches remember what you struggled with last week and help you fix it. No ego, just work."
F.C
Manager
4.9/5
Chris Langeveldt
Designer
4.7/5
"Zero grappling experience. Thought I'd quit week one. Six months later, addicted. They teach the why behind moves, not just the how."
Klaus
MD
5/5
Renier
Insurance Specialist
5/5
"Prepped my first amateur fight here. They teach range transitions, not just 'a bit of everything.' Won by submission round two."
Neska
Conservationist.
5/5
"Third gym I've tried. First one that actually fixed my technique instead of just letting me swing harder. Finally have real power."
Wayde
I.T Specialist
5/5
"Three years in. Coaches remember what you struggled with last week and help you fix it. No ego, just work."
F.C
Manager
4.9/5
Chris Langeveldt
Designer
4.7/5
"Zero grappling experience. Thought I'd quit week one. Six months later, addicted. They teach the why behind moves, not just the how."
Klaus
MD
5/5
Renier
Insurance Specialist
5/5
"Prepped my first amateur fight here. They teach range transitions, not just 'a bit of everything.' Won by submission round two."
Neska
Conservationist.
5/5
"Third gym I've tried. First one that actually fixed my technique instead of just letting me swing harder. Finally have real power."
Wayde
I.T Specialist
5/5
"Three years in. Coaches remember what you struggled with last week and help you fix it. No ego, just work."
F.C
Manager
4.9/5
Chris Langeveldt
Designer
4.7/5
"Zero grappling experience. Thought I'd quit week one. Six months later, addicted. They teach the why behind moves, not just the how."
Klaus
MD
5/5
Renier
Insurance Specialist
5/5
"Prepped my first amateur fight here. They teach range transitions, not just 'a bit of everything.' Won by submission round two."
Neska
Conservationist.
5/5
"Third gym I've tried. First one that actually fixed my technique instead of just letting me swing harder. Finally have real power."
Wayde
I.T Specialist
5/5
"Three years in. Coaches remember what you struggled with last week and help you fix it. No ego, just work."
F.C
Manager
4.9/5
Chris Langeveldt
Designer
4.7/5
"Zero grappling experience. Thought I'd quit week one. Six months later, addicted. They teach the why behind moves, not just the how."
Klaus
MD
5/5
Renier
Insurance Specialist
5/5
"Prepped my first amateur fight here. They teach range transitions, not just 'a bit of everything.' Won by submission round two."
Neska
Conservationist.
5/5
"Third gym I've tried. First one that actually fixed my technique instead of just letting me swing harder. Finally have real power."
Wayde
I.T Specialist
5/5
"Three years in. Coaches remember what you struggled with last week and help you fix it. No ego, just work."
F.C
Manager
4.9/5
Chris Langeveldt
Designer
4.7/5
"Zero grappling experience. Thought I'd quit week one. Six months later, addicted. They teach the why behind moves, not just the how."
Klaus
MD
5/5
Renier
Insurance Specialist
5/5
"Prepped my first amateur fight here. They teach range transitions, not just 'a bit of everything.' Won by submission round two."
Neska
Conservationist.
5/5
"Third gym I've tried. First one that actually fixed my technique instead of just letting me swing harder. Finally have real power."
Wayde
I.T Specialist
5/5
"Three years in. Coaches remember what you struggled with last week and help you fix it. No ego, just work."
F.C
Manager
4.9/5
Chris Langeveldt
Designer
4.7/5
"Zero grappling experience. Thought I'd quit week one. Six months later, addicted. They teach the why behind moves, not just the how."
Klaus
MD
5/5
Renier
Insurance Specialist
5/5
"Prepped my first amateur fight here. They teach range transitions, not just 'a bit of everything.' Won by submission round two."
Neska
Conservationist.
5/5
"Third gym I've tried. First one that actually fixed my technique instead of just letting me swing harder. Finally have real power."
Wayde
I.T Specialist
5/5
"Three years in. Coaches remember what you struggled with last week and help you fix it. No ego, just work."
F.C
Manager
4.9/5
Chris Langeveldt
Designer
4.7/5
"Zero grappling experience. Thought I'd quit week one. Six months later, addicted. They teach the why behind moves, not just the how."
Klaus
MD
5/5
Renier
Insurance Specialist
5/5
"Prepped my first amateur fight here. They teach range transitions, not just 'a bit of everything.' Won by submission round two."
Neska
Conservationist.
5/5
"Third gym I've tried. First one that actually fixed my technique instead of just letting me swing harder. Finally have real power."
Wayde
I.T Specialist
5/5
"Three years in. Coaches remember what you struggled with last week and help you fix it. No ego, just work."
F.C
Manager
4.9/5
Chris Langeveldt
Designer
4.7/5
"Zero grappling experience. Thought I'd quit week one. Six months later, addicted. They teach the why behind moves, not just the how."
Klaus
MD
5/5
Renier
Insurance Specialist
5/5
"Prepped my first amateur fight here. They teach range transitions, not just 'a bit of everything.' Won by submission round two."
Neska
Conservationist.
5/5
"Third gym I've tried. First one that actually fixed my technique instead of just letting me swing harder. Finally have real power."
Wayde
I.T Specialist
5/5
"Three years in. Coaches remember what you struggled with last week and help you fix it. No ego, just work."
F.C
Manager
4.9/5
Chris Langeveldt
Designer
4.7/5
"Zero grappling experience. Thought I'd quit week one. Six months later, addicted. They teach the why behind moves, not just the how."
Klaus
MD
5/5
Renier
Insurance Specialist
5/5
"Prepped my first amateur fight here. They teach range transitions, not just 'a bit of everything.' Won by submission round two."
Neska
Conservationist.
5/5
"Third gym I've tried. First one that actually fixed my technique instead of just letting me swing harder. Finally have real power."
Wayde
I.T Specialist
5/5
"Three years in. Coaches remember what you struggled with last week and help you fix it. No ego, just work."
F.C
Manager
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