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Mixed Martial Arts(MMA) & Fitness Program

What is Mixed Martial Arts(MMA)?

Mixed Martial Arts is a hybrid blend of different martial arts sports. These arts include Jujitsu, Boxing, Submission Wrestling, Kickboxing, Karate, Judo, Extreme Fitness and other disciplines. MMA became popularized by the current Ultimate Fighting Championships (UFC), that pit two martial arts sport practitioners against each other in a show of skill and techniques. Matches are staged within a ring or octagon, and are complete with referee, safety equipment, and ultimate safety rules.  

Do all MMA practitioners compete?

No! All MMA practitioners do not compete or need to compete. Competing is for those who choose to do so. Many MMA practitioners enjoy the benefits of getting in shape, learning useful self defense techniques, gaining mental and physical discipline, and camaraderie. All this can be done without competing in the ring or octagon.

Do women participate in MMA?

Of course! Women do just as well in MMA and have faired very well in the sport. We have many women within our program that excel in every facet of the sport! We encourage all women to join us in training!!

Can I get hurt in MMA?

As in any sport, there is always the chance of minor injury. At Fudo Shin Jujitsu MMA and Fitness (FSJ MMA), we strive for the up most levels of safety and respect among class members. Any member who does not follow the rules is suspended from classes. Our goal is to have good productive training sessions, but safe ones! Our injury rate is extremely low.

What do I need for classes?

When you first start, you will need the following: Mouthpiece, 16oz Boxing Gloves, 4oz MMA gloves, and hand wraps. Other equipment may be needed as time goes on. You will be notified of this in advance. Bringing your own towel, water bottle, and other pertinent equipment is also recommended.

Who teaches the classes?

Coach Lance Adams is the Head Instructor of Fudo Shin Jujitsu MMA and Fitness. Coach Adams has black belts and senior rankings in Danzan Ryu Jujitsu, USJA Combat Jujitsu, Judo, and Karate. He also has trained in Brazilian Jujitsu, Submission Wrestling, Boxing, Krav Maga, Muay Thai, and many other forms of martial arts. He is a Certified Judo Coach under the United States Judo Association, and a certified MMA and Boxing judge. Coach Adams has competed in countless Full Contact Karate competitions, Judo competitions, and grappling tournaments. He has been teaching and practicing martial and combat arts for over twenty years. Coach Adams is also a police officer, and serves as a gang investigator with the Columbia Police Department’s Special Operations Division. He is a former Richland County Sheriff’s Deputy, S.C. Highway Patrol State Trooper, and S.C. Department of Corrections SMU officer.

How can MMA benefit me?

MMA training has many benefits. One of the obvious benefits is physical fitness. You will gain a superior level of physical fitness and gain a tremendous self confidence in your appearance. You will also learn tried and tested self defense techniques that can keep you and your loved ones safe. You will learn and gain extreme focus, discipline, awareness, and self control. And for those who choose to, you have the glory of competition. There is nothing more satisfying than having your hand raised in victory after you have put in the hard work! But in order to find out how it can benefit you personally, you must take the journey for yourself. See how the Martial Arts can change you the Fudo Shin Jujitsu and MMA way!!