Even though the Gorilla Gym does place a substantial emphasis on the most effective of all stand up fighting Arts; Muay Thai Boxing, the Gorilla Gym isn’t just a Boxing, or Kickboxing Gym.
Even though the Gorilla Gym does place a large emphasis on the extremely neglected aspect of fighting inside the clinch, which includes strikes (elbows, knees, hands, and so on), takedowns and throws (from Greco Roman wrestling, freestyle, and BJJ), and positional control (from Greco Roman, and Muay Thai), the Gorilla Gym is not a wrestling Gym, or MMA “fight club”.
The Gorilla Gym is about people, and our mission is to provide the state-of-the-art in self defence, combat athletics, fitness, and personal growth, to each and every type of human body that walks through our doorway. Not just 20 Year old Athletes (although they will undoubtedly get what they need right here also), but to professionals who have to work 40 hour weeks. To females of all ages. To older men and women, trying to get into shape, have fun, and learn self defence. To youngsters of all ages who can discover martial arts in a positive environment of friendship and fun.
Gorilla Gym is for everyBODY.
Looking for Mixed Martial Arts (MMA) Classes in Stoke On Trent?
Well, rest assured you have come to the correct location! We are positive you will find your experience here to be better than anywhere else in Stoke On Trent.
Are you looking for MMA Classes for Children or Adults or only to find out the differences between the martial arts available in Stoke On Trent?
MMA classes in Stoke On Trent is inexpensive compared with other activities but it’s an investment in you which no doubt is valuable. Therefore, it is hugely important that you choose the best MMA in Stoke On Trent right from the beginning.
About MMA Classes in Stoke On Trent
Not all MMA classes are the same, in fact some are without doubt superior than others. Regardless of the reason for wanting yourself or your child to study MMA, we are aware that you don’t wish to waste time learning one, only to reveal that it doesn’t really work for the real world. We understand that you do not want to discover when it is too late that there are MMA classes in Stoke On Trent that is better at preparing people for the reality of self defence.
For these reasons, our facility is different in that it only offers Martial Arts that has been proven effective in competition and on the street.
Why are MMA classes in Stoke On Trent trained with functionality in mind?
It’s a healthier way to train. A good MMA school in Stoke On Trent will provide an environment where healthy competition is encouraged and the students gain confidence in the self-defence skills they’ve earned – as well as their improved fitness level.
And, most importantly, the MMA training is enjoyable. After all, if it weren’t fun, our members wouldn’t be coming back week after week.
The skills are directly relevant to street self-defence situations. Martial Arts for self defence emphasizes awareness of the immediate environment, conflict recognition and de-escalation. Fighting, as it should be, is a last resort.
Martial Arts students know that their skills are fit for purpose as they make them work against resistance, every practice. They can focus on the more important aspects of training: fun and personal growth.
Oh and did we say that they also have fun!
Functional Fitness and Stress Reduction at MMA Stoke On Trent
What’s great for developing self-defence skills is also good for developing real world fitness. Because MMA involves constant, adaptive movement of the whole body (rather than static positions or robotic exercises), it is an excellent method of getting in shape and reducing stress.
And unlike many of the latest craze workouts promoted in the media today, our MMA classes in Stoke On Trent are never boring. Training for performance by its very nature requires your concentration, interaction, and involvement in what you’re doing. As much as it’s about developing new skills, it is also about being in the moment. That’s natural stress relief at its best!
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