Business Details
Premier Martial Arts Training in Arlington, TX
Arlington MMA has been dedicated to martial arts excellence since our founding, offering comprehensive training programs tailored to students of all skill levels. Our experienced instructors bring decades of combined expertise in disciplines including Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, Muay Thai, and Mixed Martial Arts, with a proven track record of developing both amateur and professional fighters. We serve the Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex with multiple training locations, emphasizing practical self-defense techniques, competitive preparation, and physical fitness. Our team includes UFC veterans and certified coaches committed to personalized instruction, ensuring students receive technically sound and effective training.We maintain partnerships with major martial arts organizations and have produced championship athletes across various weight classes and competition formats. Our facilities provide a welcoming environment for individuals seeking personal growth through martial arts, with programs designed for children, adults, and professional athletes alike. We prioritize safety and proper technique while maintaining the intensity and authenticity of traditional martial arts training.
Services
Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
MMA Training
Muay Thai
Boxing
Kickboxing
Self-Defense
Children's Martial Arts
Personal Training
Fight Team Training
Strength & Conditioning
Highlights and features
- We offer free introductory classes for all skill levels with no equipment required.
- Our instructors include UFC veterans and championship-winning coaches.
- We provide specialized training programs for amateur and professional fighters.
- We serve multiple locations across the Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex.
- Our self-defense curriculum delivers practical skills equivalent to black belt proficiency in 3-6 months.
Services
Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu focuses on ground combat using leverage and technique to control opponents. Our program develops practical self-defense skills and competitive grappling expertise for all ages and fitness levels. Students learn submission holds, positional dominance, and defensive strategies through structured curriculum and live sparring sessions.
MMA Training
Our MMA program integrates striking, grappling, and clinch techniques from multiple disciplines. Training includes stand-up boxing, Muay Thai, wrestling, and Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu for comprehensive fight preparation. Students develop physical conditioning, tactical awareness, and competition readiness through technical drills and scenario-based practice.
Muay Thai
Muay Thai instruction emphasizes striking with fists, elbows, knees, and shins combined with clinch work. Classes focus on proper technique, cardiovascular conditioning, and practical application through bag work and partner drills. Students learn traditional Thai training methods and modern adaptations for effective stand-up combat.
Self-Defense
Our self-defense program teaches practical techniques for real-world scenarios. Curriculum covers threat assessment, de-escalation tactics, and physical defense against common attacks. Training incorporates adrenaline stress conditioning and situational awareness to prepare students for unexpected confrontations.
Children's Martial Arts
Kids' martial arts classes build discipline, confidence, and physical fitness through age-appropriate instruction. Programs combine fundamental techniques with character development, teaching respect, focus, and perseverance in a structured environment. Students progress through skill-based belt rankings while learning self-defense basics.
People
Francois Nguyen
Master Instructor
UFC veteran with over 20 years martial arts experience, managing professional fighters since 2008. Adjunct professor teaching martial arts at Texas Woman's University with extensive film industry fight choreography credits.
Patrick Smith
UFC Legend Coach
Professional fighter with 16-13 record across UFC, K-1, and Pride FC. Specializes in Tae Kwon Do and kickboxing instruction, mentoring amateur and professional athletes at the highest competition levels.
Jay Sanchez
No Gi Jiu Jitsu Coach
NAGA championship medalist with multiple grappling titles. Focuses on practical no-gi techniques and competitive tournament preparation through Ground King Jiu Jitsu curriculum.
Charles Somsack Tesche
Muay Thai Instructor
Certified Muay Thai instructor trained in Thailand with over 15 years teaching experience. Specializes in traditional Thai techniques and fight preparation at Somsack Muay Thai gym.
Shana Dobson
UFC Fighter Coach
Professional UFC athlete and women's flyweight champion providing advanced fight training. Focuses on women's self-defense programs and competitive MMA preparation.
Questions
What martial arts styles do you teach?
We offer Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, Muay Thai, MMA, boxing, kickboxing, judo, and self-defense programs for all skill levels.
Do you offer beginner classes?
Yes, we provide introductory classes for first-time students with no prior experience required, including free trial sessions.
Are there youth martial arts programs?
We have children's martial arts classes focusing on discipline, confidence building, and basic self-defense techniques for kids.
Can I train for competition?
Our fight team program prepares amateur and professional athletes for MMA, Muay Thai, and grappling competitions with experienced coaches.
What equipment do I need to start?
We provide rental gis and boxing gloves for introductory classes. Personal gear recommendations available after initial training sessions.
Do you offer personal training?
Yes, we provide one-on-one coaching sessions tailored to individual goals with our certified martial arts instructors.
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