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MMA Gym
MMA Gym. If you are looking for a new way to incorporate physical activity into your weekly schedule, have long admired the fighters you see on TV, or wish to challenge yourself with a new form of martial arts, MMA is for you. Join Gracie Barra O’Fallon’s MMA gym to learn from the best martial arts instructors in the St. Louis County area and get instruction tailored to your age and skill level.
Gracie Barra O’Fallon’s MMA gym is home to the number one martial arts team in the world. We offer MMA classes and additional programs that focus on the martial arts involved in the discipline, such as Brazilian jiu jitsu, kickboxing, and judo. Try MMA on for size by joining Gracie Barra O’Fallon. Come see us in the gym, give us a call at 636-544-3655, or fill out this form to learn more and join our MMA gym today.
Mixed Martial Arts – MMA
MMA has exploded in recent years, but what exactly is it? MMA stands for mixed martial arts and is a full-contact combat sport that includes a mix of techniques from a variety of martial arts and fighting disciplines. As the UFC describes it, MMA allows athletes with different training backgrounds compete against each other under one set of rules. Combat in MMA can include both striking and grappling and both standing and floor work.
When you become a student training at an MMA gym, you will learn basic techniques from multiple martial arts disciplines. As a nontraditional martial arts gym, Gracie Barra O’Fallon has the knowledge and history to best train young prospective MMA athletes. Our MMA gym is a natural progression from our start as a Brazilian jiu jitsu and martial arts gym.
MMA borrows elements from the following martial arts types.
- Boxing
Boxing is usually done wearing gloves. It involves elaborate footwork and quick jabs.
- Brazilian Jiu Jitsu
Brazilian jiu jistu stems from the Japanese form of jiu jitsu and was started by Carlos Gracie. Brazilian jiu jitsu highlights movements that leverage an opponents weight against them, allowing a fighter to be effective against larger opponents. Our strong ties to the origins of Brazilian jiu jitsu make Gracie Barra an excellent MMA gym.
- Karate
There are many styles of karate, but the sport is known for its powerful striking and linear movements.
- Kickboxing
There are many different types of kickboxing. Muay Thai is one of them. The movements in kickboxing consist of boxing punches and martial arts kicks.
- Kung Fu
The origin of the name of this type of martial art is used in China to mean any practice that requires patience and discipline to master. Kung fu also has many forms and many of its movements are based on animals.
- Taekwondo
Taekwondo is a Korean martial arts style known for its elaborate kicking motions
- Wrestling
The oldest hand-to-hand combat sport, wrestling is a fighting style in which opponents try to get their opponent down without striking blows.
- Self-Defense
Self-defense is an invaluable practical skill taught in our MMA gym. This is valuable for students of all ages and has excellent implications in allowing young people to stand up against bullying.
- Physical Fitness
You will get an incredible workout at your MMA gym. Because MMA incorporates so many different movements and styles, it is a true full-body workout. The high intensity means cardiovascular activity that burns fat and calories and builds muscle.
- Discipline
As with other martial arts we teach at our MMA gym, mixed martial arts teaches students discipline. This translates both inside and out of the cage. MMA students learn physical and mental discipline. Our young students often see significant benefits in their school performance.
- Confidence, Self-Esteem, and Camaraderie
As MMA gym students learn and master new skills and defeat their opponents in combat, they experience a natural boost in confidence and self-esteem that follows them into their daily lives. Learning these skills and facing challenges with fellow MMA gym classmates fosters a sense of community and camaraderie.
- Stress Relief
Finding a physical activity you can enjoy is a great form of stress relief. For many, that activity is MMA. Have a good time at your MMA gym while becoming more physically and mentally sound.
Benefits of MMA
Join an MMA gym for the enjoyment of the sport and a great workout. A good MMA gym with skills instructors will give you much more than that. As a student of the Gracie Barra O’Fallon MMA gym, expect a number of significant benefits.
Join Gracie Barra MMA Gym
Gracie Barra O’Fallon has been bringing quality martial arts instruction to the St. Louis County area for the past ten years. We pride ourselves on not only teaching the physical skills of MMA and other martial arts, but also instilling valuable skills and traits in our students and teaching them a way of life. To experience confidence, peace, fitness, respect, and more, join our MMA gym right away. Begin by calling us at 636-544-3655 right away.