Are you interested in trying MMA? Email us: mma@dragongym.com or fill out the form to the right for a free trial class!
What does MMA mean?
What is meant by Mixed Martial Arts (MMA) and No Holds Barred (NHB)?
Mixed Martial Arts (MMA) generally refers to training or competition in a developing sport. MMA is a relatively new term used to describe combat sports which variously blend elements of striking and grappling with fewer restrictions than historically legal. MMA-style training is probably the safest form of physical preparation for a real-life NHB attack. A simple principle of MMA training is to allow the most options while preserving safety. Certain eye and joint attacks, for example, are prohibited in practice.
No Holds Barred (NHB) refers to any fight that occurs between two or more people in an unregulated setting. The name probably comes from catch wrestling in which all techniques were allowed, thus no holds were barred from use in the match. In practice this means self-defense or street fighting and has no rules or referee, at least while the fight is occurring. All true fighting arts as well as newer systems such as JKD and Krav Maga have been designed to address unrestricted NHB situations.
MMA as a sport is evolving. The various fight leagues (Pride, K1, UFC, IFL, etc.) can be thought of as testing grounds for various combative techniques and styles. Conditioning methods will also continually undergo natural selection. It has rapidly become obvious that Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu is the worlds most advanced ground fighting style. Striking has been influenced by western boxing and Muay Thai kickboxing especially. The RKCª system of kettlebell training is revolutionizing conditioning for all athletes.
The Dragon Gym MMA Class is held in a dojang, a training hall for the traditional Korean martial arts. Please show proper respect for the Dragon Gym and its members by removing your shoes, bowing before entering and leaving the training area, and refraining from loud or profane language.
The safety of all participants is our chief concern. Do not hesitate at any point to stop if you perceive it to be unsafe to continue. Observe all warnings and take all precautions to ensure your own safety and that of your training partners. Please bring appropriate protective gear based on the amount of contact you are willing to participate in. At a minimum, please bring and wear a mouthpiece as needed.
Class will focus on developing combative skills, primarily striking and techniques that blend grappling and striking such as stand-up clinch fighting.
Most of our MMA students train in our Brazilian Jiu Jitsu class, Muay Thai class or both.
Are you interested in trying MMA? Email us: mma@dragongym.com or fill out the form to the right for a free trial class!
