About UMMA

United Mixed Martial Arts helps develop self-confidence and our programs, for men, women and children, offer noticeable increases in strength, flex ability, memory, coordination, and self-defense skills, plus help you get (or keep in shape) and burn fat, all at the same time.

United Mixed Martial Arts has something for everyone: from beginning to advanced courses, no contact to full contact. We will help you select the best program that fits your needs, whether it is to lose weight, reduce stress, tone muscles, improve cardio performance, learn self-defense, or prepare to compete.

Personnal training is available for those that need a more flexible schedule or want a private workout.

Our facility offers the following classes:Tae Kwon Do, Kick boxing, Jiu Jitsu , Little Ninjas, Cardio Kick, Boot Camp,submission wrestling, circuit training, and realistic self-defense. Personal trainers are also available to work with those who need more flexibility within their schedule. Provided within the facility are weight rooms, cardio equipment, heavy bags, a large padded floor, a boxing ring (for our competitors), a sports shop, locker rooms, and showers for both men and women. We provide a realistic atmosphere for you to train — no egos, no attitudes; simply a sensible yet safe, respectful environment.


Testimonials:

"As a parent of a son and daughter enrolled at United Mixed Martial Arts I've noticed a common bond / goal they share that means less fighting among eachother. We noticed they seem to get along better with others and class mates."
Rene Brito

"It has helped my son learn patience, discipline, control and ways to defend oneself in bad situations. Also learning a theme each month helps reinforce what is learned at home and at school."
Ralph Jordan

"It has taught my kids to listen, discipline and to have more confidence in themselves. They enjoy it and look forward to every class. "
Cheri Zercher

"Has helped him improve balance fitness and weight control to follow instruction from Mr. Rush"
Steven Walker



What is "Mixed" Martial Arts?

It is cross training in several different styles: Jiu-Jitsu, Kickboxing, Tae Kwon Do, Judo, Submissions, etc., thus giving a person the opportunity to be a well rounded martial artist and also to become a more confident person, for self-defense, or to compete in a No-Holds Barred event (NHB).

Martial Arts is an artistic discipline, a system of self-defense, and a way of life.

Martial Arts Is An Artistic Discipline?

The techniques are done with graceful and powerful movements. The art of Martial Arts develops posture, graceful movement, excellent coordination, and attention to detail. We believe that everyone can benefit from exposure to this artistic discipline.

Martial Arts Is Self-Defense Training?

Self-defense skills are safety skills. When a person learns and develops self-defense skills, the chance of sustaining an injury due to a fall or an attack is greatly reduced; and the chance of escaping from a mugging, or an abduction attempt is greatly increased. Learning these safety skills does not promote violence; rather, it enables one to avoid becoming a victim of violence.

Martial Arts Training Develops Self-Confidence?

Success in a personal development program, such as Martial Arts classes, where the students experience noticeable increases in strength, flexibility, memory, coordination, and self-defense skills, as the result of a dedicated effort, is an excellent foundation for self-confidence. ; It is self-confidence based on physical and mental self-improvement, as opposed to self-confidence based on one?s athletic performance. This self-confidence is deep; it is not subject to the results of tomorrow?s game. It is not reserved for the best players on the team; it is available to everyone who experiences improvement with Martial Arts training.

Martial Arts Is A Way Of Life?

Students are encouraged to live according to the Tenets, which are:

Courtesy, Integrity, Perseverance, Self-Control, and Indomitable Spirit



Mike Rush, Jay Martinez, Val Leedy, Al Gonzalez, and Victor Wessling have created a fitness and training center which accommodates beginners, advanced and professional training. Big names in the sport of Kick boxing, martial arts, and Ultimate Fighting arena have trained here, including Guy Mezger (UFC Veteran), Vernon "Tiger" White, Josh Barnet, Erik Paulsson and the The Ultimate Fighting Legend: Ken Shamrock, " This is the most accommodating facility for me to train," said Ken Shamrock, and Guy Mezger stated, "This is the nicest and best equipped martial arts gym I have ever seen." UMMA has a wide range of programs with varying schedules. Classes are available for kids starting at age 4, teenagers, men and women. UMMA offers group classes or private training. Operating within the gym are personal trainers for a great one on one private workout. If you are bored with the large gym or are looking for a more personal atmosphere, UMMA is the place for you. UMMA has created an awesome workout program with a state-of-the-art gym facility. Classes offered are Tae Kwon Do, Kick Boxing, Submission Wrestling. Cardio, Boot Camp, Self-Defense, and more. All classes are taught by qualified professional instructors.

Quote"This is something my whole family can do together."