WNY Mixed Martial Arts & Fitness
"WNY's #1 Mixed Martial Arts Academy"
255 Great Arrow, Buffalo, NY 14207
716-572-3218
"WNY's #1 Mixed Martial Arts Academy"
255 Great Arrow, Buffalo, NY 14207
716-572-3218
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Weekly Class Schedule
| Class | Monday | Tuesday | Wednesday | Thursday | Friday | Saturday |
| KIDS BULLYPROOF MMA (mix of Karate, Taekwondo & Brazilian Jiu- Jitsu) (6-12 yo w/Andy) |
5-5:45 |
5-5:45 |
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| Alliance BJJ Fundamentals (w/Mike & Matt G) |
5:45-6:30 pm |
5:45-6:30 pm |
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| All Levels Alliance BJJ (w/Mike & Matt G) |
6:30-8 pm w/Gi |
Open Mat 5-8 pm |
6:30-8 pm No Gi |
Open Mat 5-8 pm |
6:30-8 pm w/Gi |
Open Mat 12-3 |
| Wrestling (w/Scott) |
5:45-6:30 pm |
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| MMA (Tues w/Mike & Josh & Thurs w/Corey) |
6-7 pm |
6-7pm |
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| Boxing/Kickboxing (w/Corey) |
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7-8:00 pm |
7-8:00 pm | 7-8:00 pm |
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| Open Boxing |
5-8 pm | 5-7 pm |
5-8 pm | 5-7 pm |
5-7 pm | 12-3 pm |
| Cardio Kick (w/Joy or Frankie) |
5:45-6:30 pm | 5:45-6:30 pm | 5:45-6:30 pm | 11-11:45 am |
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| Ab Ripper (w/Joy) |
6:30-7 pm |
***Private lessons are also available***
For BJJ Privates call Mike: 572-3218
For Boxing/Kickboxing Privates call Corey: 417-1134
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Boxing is a combat sport in which two participants, generally of similar weight, fights using only their fists to strike. It is a stand-up form of fighting that focuses on scientifically using one's body to properly defend as well as execute strikes.
In the sport of boxing there are primarily 3 ways to win; if the opponent is knocked out (KO'ed) and unable to get up before the referee counts to ten seconds, if the opponent is deemed to injured to continue (a technical knockout, or TKO) or if the pre-determined number of rounds expires before a KO or TKO, then judges will render a decision.
Although fighting with fists come naturally to people, evidence of fist-fighting contests first appear on ancient Sumerian, Egyptian and Minoan reliefs. The ancient Greeks provide us our first historical records of boxing as a formal sport; they codified a set of rules and staged tournaments with professionals. The birth hour of boxing as a sport may be its acceptance as an Olympic game as early as 688 BC. Modern boxing evolved in Europe. Today, there are numerous styles of boxing practiced throughout the world.
Kickboxing refers to the sport of combining the grace and style of boxing with kicking. Kickboxing is a standing sport and does not allow continuation of the fight once a combatant has reached the ground.
Kickboxing, like boxing, is often practiced for self-defense, general fitness, or as a full-contact sport.
Kickboxing started becoming more popular in America in the early 70's. Between 1970 and 1973 (in federation PKA) a handful of kickboxing promotions were staged across the USA. In the early days the rules were never clear, one of the first tournaments held had no weight divisions and all competitors fought until one was left. At the time there was no infrastructure, no set format of rules. This was until the formation of the World Kickboxing Association (WKA). They were the first organized body of martial arts on a global scale to sanction fights, create ranking systems, and institute a development program. Today, the International Kickboxing Federation (IKF) is the most active kickboxing sanctioning body in N. America.
In the sport of boxing there are primarily 3 ways to win; if the opponent is knocked out (KO'ed) and unable to get up before the referee counts to ten seconds, if the opponent is deemed to injured to continue (a technical knockout, or TKO) or if the pre-determined number of rounds expires before a KO or TKO, then judges will render a decision.
Although fighting with fists come naturally to people, evidence of fist-fighting contests first appear on ancient Sumerian, Egyptian and Minoan reliefs. The ancient Greeks provide us our first historical records of boxing as a formal sport; they codified a set of rules and staged tournaments with professionals. The birth hour of boxing as a sport may be its acceptance as an Olympic game as early as 688 BC. Modern boxing evolved in Europe. Today, there are numerous styles of boxing practiced throughout the world.
Kickboxing refers to the sport of combining the grace and style of boxing with kicking. Kickboxing is a standing sport and does not allow continuation of the fight once a combatant has reached the ground.
Kickboxing, like boxing, is often practiced for self-defense, general fitness, or as a full-contact sport.
Kickboxing started becoming more popular in America in the early 70's. Between 1970 and 1973 (in federation PKA) a handful of kickboxing promotions were staged across the USA. In the early days the rules were never clear, one of the first tournaments held had no weight divisions and all competitors fought until one was left. At the time there was no infrastructure, no set format of rules. This was until the formation of the World Kickboxing Association (WKA). They were the first organized body of martial arts on a global scale to sanction fights, create ranking systems, and institute a development program. Today, the International Kickboxing Federation (IKF) is the most active kickboxing sanctioning body in N. America.
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Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (aka Gracie Jiu-Jitsu) is a martial art and combat sport and a form of self-defense that focuses on grappling and ground fighting. It was derived from the Japanese martial art and Kodokan Judo in the early 20th century, which was itself then a recently developed system (founded in 1882), based on multiple school (or Ryu) of Japanese Jujutsu.
It promotes the principle that a smaller, weaker person can successfully defend themselves against a bigger, stronger assailant using leverage and proper technique; most notably by applying joint-locks and chokeholds to defeat them. Jiu-Jitsu can be trained for sport grappling matches, mixed martial arts (MMA) competition or self-defense. Sparring (commonly referred to as 'rolling') and live drilling play a major role in training.
One of the major differences between our Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and the Submission Wrestling class is the use of the Gi (traditional uniform worn in class). The Gi is meant replicate clothing worn by someone in a street situation. In Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu we can use the gi as a weapon to control and submit our opponent in a variety of different ways. Due to the friction the gi creates, the game is generally a bit slower and more controlled and requires greater technique to escape bad positions and submission holds because you can't simply rely on being able to slip out with the help of sweat. It is also more realistic for self-defense due to the fact that you will learn how to properly use clothing to help finish a fight.
Alliance BJJ Fundamentals is the single most effective way to begin your BJJ journey. Being WNY's official Team Alliance representative, we have access to the greatest wealth of Jiu-Jitsu knowledge, straight from the source. 2nd to none, Alliance has proven over and over again why they are the best team in the world and the home to many world champions. In our fundamentals class you will build a strong base. You will learn the core techniques and philosophies of BJJ that will give you the foundation with which to grow on.
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Wrestling is an ancient martial art that uses grappling type techniques such as clinch fighting, throws and takedowns, joint locks, pins and other grappling holds. A wrestling bout is a physical competition, between two (occasionally more) competitors or sparing partners, who attempt to gain and maintain a superior position. There are a wide range of styles with varying rules with both traditional historic and modern styles. Wrestling techniques have been incorporated into other martial arts as well as military hand-to-hand combat systems.
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Mixed martial arts (MMA) is a full contact combat sport that allows a wide variety of fighting techniques and skills, from a mixture of martial arts traditions and non-traditions, to be used in competitions. The rules allow the use of both striking as well as grappling techniques, both while standing and on the ground. Such competitions allow martial artists of different backgrounds to compete.
The roots of modern mixed martial arts can be traced back to various mixed style contests that took place throughout Europe, Japan and the Pacific Rim during the early 1900s. The combat sport of Vale Tudo that had developed in Brazil from the 1920s was brought to the United states by the Gracie family in 1993 with the founding of the Ultimate Fighting Championship. Professional MMA events had also been held in Japan by Shooto starting back in 1989. In due course the more dangerous Vale Tudo style bouts of the early UFC's were made safer with the implementation of additional rules, leading to the popular regulated form of MMA seen today. Originally promoted as a competition with the intention of finding the most effective martial arts for real unarmed combat situations, competitors were pitted against one another with minimal rules.[1] Later promoters adopted many additional rules aimed at increasing safety for competitors and to promote mainstream acceptance of the sport.
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Cardio Kickboxing is a sport-specific fitness program created to give you a great workout, teach you fundamental kickboxing techniques and allow you to have some fun while getting in shape. The techniques used during the 45 minute classes, using conventional heavy bags and training pads, are based on authentic kickboxing techniques which provide both resistance training and cardio vascular benefits to its participants. The class is a true "Full Body Workout", unlike other, trendy exercise programs that claim to give you a similar experience. Our Cardio Kickboxing program is the real thing.
This intense workout can improve strength, aerobic fitness, flexibility, coordination, balance and reduce stress. The American Council on Exercise (ACE), which evaluates products and programs, notes that, during a one-hour kickboxing workout, you can burn from 500 to 800 calories, which is up to 2x the calories you burn during a one-hour step-aerobics class. The workout will leave you drenched in sweat and feeling energized!
Ab Ripper is exactly what it sounds like; a workout that will give you ripped abs! 30 minutes long and directly focused on the core, this program, especially when combined with our Cardio Kick class, will give you the results you've always wanted. Forget the 6 pack, let's go for 8!
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Kids Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu & Kickboxing (ages 6-12)
Bully proof your kid! How would you like your child to :
Be More Confident
Be More Respectful
Be Prepared for Physical Conflict
Be Cool and Calm in High Pressure Situations
Have a Heightened Sense of Danger
Be a Leader
Gain Academic Success
Improve Self-Esteem
Live a Healthy Life Style
Stay Fit
Avoid Peer Pressure
Increase Their Motor Skills
And......
HAVE FUN!!!
If you're reading this webpage, then I assume it safe to say that these are attributes you'd like your child to have. As a parent myself I know how hard these things are to instill in children. I can guarantee you martial arts is one of the best, if not THE BEST way to reach these goals. Did you know that Martial Arts is 10x better than Team Sports in developing a child's self-esteem and confidence? It's true, and the earlier your child starts developing these traits, the better.
In our kids program, we allow each child to progress at their own pace. We realize all kids are unique and learn differently from one another. However, I have learned that all kids LOVE GAMES! Part of our curriculum is to play games with the children that is directly related BJJ & Kickboxing. These games make learning fun and ultimately, keep the child interested in the class and progressing. Going to class becomes something you can leverage with because they WANT to be there. "Finish your homework and we can go to Jiu-Jitsu", will be met with an "Okay, Mom!!"
In our programs, we don't just teach children to punch and kick as you will find at many other schools, rather we work to help build your child's character. You will instantly notice the difference in your child's focus, energy, self-esteem, etc. Your child will be learning how to effectively handle themselves both physically and mentally, so he or she can build the strength necessary to resist peer pressure and deal with all the other negative things that come their way.
But, don't take my word for it..... Stop By And Find Out For Yourselves!!!
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Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (aka Gracie Jiu-Jitsu) is a martial art and combat sport and a form of self-defense that focuses on grappling and ground fighting. It was derived from the Japanese martial art and Kodokan Judo in the early 20th century, which was itself then a recently developed system (founded in 1882), based on multiple school (or Ryu) of Japanese Jujutsu.
It promotes the principle that a smaller, weaker person can successfully defend themselves against a bigger, stronger assailant using leverage and proper technique; most notably by applying joint-locks and chokeholds to defeat them. Jiu-Jitsu can be trained for sport grappling matches, mixed martial arts (MMA) competition or self-defense. Sparring (commonly referred to as 'rolling') and live drilling play a major role in training.
One of the major differences between our Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and the Submission Wrestling class is the use of the Gi (traditional uniform worn in class). The Gi is meant replicate clothing worn by someone in a street situation. In Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu we can use the gi as a weapon to control and submit our opponent in a variety of different ways. Due to the friction the gi creates, the game is generally a bit slower and more controlled and requires greater technique to escape bad positions and submission holds because you can't simply rely on being able to slip out with the help of sweat. It is also more realistic for self-defense due to the fact that you will learn how to properly use clothing to help finish a fight.
Alliance BJJ Fundamentals is the single most effective way to begin your BJJ journey. Being WNY's official Team Alliance representative, we have access to the greatest wealth of Jiu-Jitsu knowledge, straight from the source. 2nd to none, Alliance has proven over and over again why they are the best team in the world and the home to many world champions. In our fundamentals class you will build a strong base. You will learn the core techniques and philosophies of BJJ that will give you the foundation with which to grow on.
back to top
Wrestling is an ancient martial art that uses grappling type techniques such as clinch fighting, throws and takedowns, joint locks, pins and other grappling holds. A wrestling bout is a physical competition, between two (occasionally more) competitors or sparing partners, who attempt to gain and maintain a superior position. There are a wide range of styles with varying rules with both traditional historic and modern styles. Wrestling techniques have been incorporated into other martial arts as well as military hand-to-hand combat systems.
back to top
Mixed martial arts (MMA) is a full contact combat sport that allows a wide variety of fighting techniques and skills, from a mixture of martial arts traditions and non-traditions, to be used in competitions. The rules allow the use of both striking as well as grappling techniques, both while standing and on the ground. Such competitions allow martial artists of different backgrounds to compete.
The roots of modern mixed martial arts can be traced back to various mixed style contests that took place throughout Europe, Japan and the Pacific Rim during the early 1900s. The combat sport of Vale Tudo that had developed in Brazil from the 1920s was brought to the United states by the Gracie family in 1993 with the founding of the Ultimate Fighting Championship. Professional MMA events had also been held in Japan by Shooto starting back in 1989. In due course the more dangerous Vale Tudo style bouts of the early UFC's were made safer with the implementation of additional rules, leading to the popular regulated form of MMA seen today. Originally promoted as a competition with the intention of finding the most effective martial arts for real unarmed combat situations, competitors were pitted against one another with minimal rules.[1] Later promoters adopted many additional rules aimed at increasing safety for competitors and to promote mainstream acceptance of the sport.
back to top
Cardio Kickboxing is a sport-specific fitness program created to give you a great workout, teach you fundamental kickboxing techniques and allow you to have some fun while getting in shape. The techniques used during the 45 minute classes, using conventional heavy bags and training pads, are based on authentic kickboxing techniques which provide both resistance training and cardio vascular benefits to its participants. The class is a true "Full Body Workout", unlike other, trendy exercise programs that claim to give you a similar experience. Our Cardio Kickboxing program is the real thing.
This intense workout can improve strength, aerobic fitness, flexibility, coordination, balance and reduce stress. The American Council on Exercise (ACE), which evaluates products and programs, notes that, during a one-hour kickboxing workout, you can burn from 500 to 800 calories, which is up to 2x the calories you burn during a one-hour step-aerobics class. The workout will leave you drenched in sweat and feeling energized!
Ab Ripper is exactly what it sounds like; a workout that will give you ripped abs! 30 minutes long and directly focused on the core, this program, especially when combined with our Cardio Kick class, will give you the results you've always wanted. Forget the 6 pack, let's go for 8!
back to top
Kids Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu & Kickboxing (ages 6-12)
Bully proof your kid! How would you like your child to :
Be More Confident
Be More Respectful
Be Prepared for Physical Conflict
Be Cool and Calm in High Pressure Situations
Have a Heightened Sense of Danger
Be a Leader
Gain Academic Success
Improve Self-Esteem
Live a Healthy Life Style
Stay Fit
Avoid Peer Pressure
Increase Their Motor Skills
And......
HAVE FUN!!!
If you're reading this webpage, then I assume it safe to say that these are attributes you'd like your child to have. As a parent myself I know how hard these things are to instill in children. I can guarantee you martial arts is one of the best, if not THE BEST way to reach these goals. Did you know that Martial Arts is 10x better than Team Sports in developing a child's self-esteem and confidence? It's true, and the earlier your child starts developing these traits, the better.
In our kids program, we allow each child to progress at their own pace. We realize all kids are unique and learn differently from one another. However, I have learned that all kids LOVE GAMES! Part of our curriculum is to play games with the children that is directly related BJJ & Kickboxing. These games make learning fun and ultimately, keep the child interested in the class and progressing. Going to class becomes something you can leverage with because they WANT to be there. "Finish your homework and we can go to Jiu-Jitsu", will be met with an "Okay, Mom!!"
In our programs, we don't just teach children to punch and kick as you will find at many other schools, rather we work to help build your child's character. You will instantly notice the difference in your child's focus, energy, self-esteem, etc. Your child will be learning how to effectively handle themselves both physically and mentally, so he or she can build the strength necessary to resist peer pressure and deal with all the other negative things that come their way.
But, don't take my word for it..... Stop By And Find Out For Yourselves!!!
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