Been training here for 4 months now, and I'm really enjoying it. I thought I was in shape the first week and was exhausted. Now my cardio is much better, but it's quite a workout. People don't go full force to knock you out so don't be scared. All I can say is don't quit and stick in there if you want to learn; your body just needs time to adjust. Everyone is cool and goes to local mma events together, just like one big family. Most martial arts places don't give out prices on their websites, but I can assure you HMC has some really good ones. As for the cost, Leandro's BJJ is $70 I think and around $95 for monthly classes at HMC. If you are a student it's $80 which is what I pay monthly. There is a $50 initiation fee (every mma place has this). Drop in fee is $20 I think. It's a good deal compared to other places if you ask me; training on the mainland ranges from $100-$210 monthly. You can pay by cash, check, or monthly bank deposit. No BS contracts. The no gi BJJ comes with the price so you can learn grappling in addition to kickboxing if you want to do mma. I know some people who've just done this and have been successful in the ring. I prefer more instruction so I take gi jiujitsu. The schedule on the website hasn't been updated so check my picture for an updated version. HMC also has a branch in Kaimuki operated by Chris on Sunday only which you can pay a drop in fee if you're signed up with HMC Kalihi. They have grappling and kickboxing classes. There is also a Branch in Wahiawa operated by Haru that meets MWF at noon and evening and has Leandro Nyza BJJ on Tues/Thurs. They teach boxing, kickboxing/muaythai, and mma classes. Haru is also a native Japanese speaker and frequently has students from Japan coming down to learn from him. People are still signing up even though the new UFC BJ Penn Gym opened! The UFC Gym might offer all the mma classes you will need, but I still come here because the boxing/kickboxing instruction is more advanced for my level and the quality of training partners and instructors are much better, taking my game to the next level. read more

Brushing up on skills and advancement skills. Was proper and a great touch up and experience

Hawaii Martial Arts Center. This is a great school for someone who is into martial arts or is just looking for exercise. HMC has a wide range of students from children to adults. Men, women, teens & kids of all ages and sizes. Very Qualified instructors that really care about you and not just about making money like some gyms. HMC will grow on you and for some, its like your second home. HMC is like family, every one here is friendly. No one here tries to act all tough and walk around with a swagger like other gyms HMC offers boxing, kickboxing, prankration, brazilian jiu jitsu & mma classes. I believe stand up classes are $105/month, for students I think its like $10 cheaper?? & if you have automatic debits from your checking account I think its also a little bit cheaper. DON'T QUOTE ME! :P Call them for more info. Brazilian Jiu Jitsu classes are $70/month & only GI classes are offered at this time. Classes are Mondays & Wednesdays 4:30pm & 7:30pm. Fridays @ 4:30pm & 6:30pm. Saturdays @ 3pm. If you're a new student, come by for a free class. :D Everyone here is really nice & friendly! Hope to see you guys soon!! read more

HMC is an MMA school specializing in boxing, kickboxing, pankration and brazillian jiu-jitsu. Classes are offered in each of these areas. Special classes are also run for children and women. Extra classes are also offered that focus on conditioning, sparring and fighter's training. The curriculum and class offerings are diverse and well designed and the instructors no their stuff. Facility is nice, spacious and filled with a variety of training equipment (heavy bags, double ended bags, speed bags, etc). The school is open 7 days a week with classes in the mornings and evenings. Yes, it is a full-time professional school! The staff/instructors are extremely friendly and the training atmosphere is very much like that of an extended family. While many of the members do train to fight professionally (HMC does field a team at local events) the vast majority of the members (like myself) actually train for the good workout and to develop basic defense skills and have no ambition to compete. You don't need to worry or feel intimidated as the people and staff are very chill. If you're an MMA enthusiast looking for a good team to train with or if you just want a great workout, HMC's a good pick. Training rates are comparable with most other MMA schools in town. read more

I ALWAYS wanted to train in the past but was VERY discouraged when walking into MMA gyms. Been in couple gyms and to walk in is VERY intimidating. All eyes on you people give you that look like "WTF u doing here" OR they try to show off and start going hard in sparring.Everyone is trying to out beat the other guy, AND they are on the same team! So I gave up the hope of training and getting into it....... But 5yrs later THANK GOODNESS I met Coach Kevin Yoshida at his other job Heavy Metal Barbell! VERY NICE GUY! I checked out his School and MAN LET ME TELL YOU! The place is like a Family! EVERYBODY is so nice and everyone is ALWAYS opened to helping the other guy out! They dont tolerate bad behavior or fighting, so this school has no punks or guys that think they the sh!t!.... HMC gave me a different out look on MMA gyms! HMC Coaches are TOP NOTCH! If you want to compete they must feel you are ready to OR go through the Color Shirt System. HMC is NOT LIKE OTHER gyms where you only train 1 month with no expierence and you ready to fight, the HMC Coaches will ALWAYS look out for your safety because thats their FIRST concern "SAFETY FIRST!" If you are looking to only get in shape and sharpen your skills, HMC is the place! HMC has people from ALL ages and ALL walks of life. So you will feel comfortable soon as you walk that door and jump in on the classes! YOU WILL FEEL A GOOD VIBE! AND THEY HAVE A COLOR SHIRT SYSTEM WHICH IS AWESOME! I trust HMC Coaches so much and have so much love for how HMC runs their school my 2 sons are training here aswell in the weekend kids classes! AND I DONT TRUST ANYONE with my kids, but your kids aswell as yourself will be in GOOD HANDS! TRUST ME! read more

Best trainers on the island, hands down! Great vibe here and you get a great workout. The people who come here are chill and nobodies ego gets in the way here. If you want to learn kickboxing, bjj, ad mma, this is the place. Learn in a comfortable environment with world class trainers! read more

I've been training jiu jitsu at HMC since 2014. You would be hard pressed to find a more welcoming environment filled with serious jiu jitsu students in Hawaii. Everyone is friendly and helpful, and will go out of the way to help new students with technique and drills. The instructor, RK Castillo, is a great and patient teacher who has a great breadth of jiu jitsu knowledge. HMC offers gi classes M W F and nogi classes Tu Th. All classes start at 4:30 p.m. HMC is great for students looking to train for competition or just to learn and get in shape. Come on down and train! read more

This review is in regards to my nightmare experience after my first class. Today I was called and texted multiple times by a a strange man. Now this man I had crossed paths with after the class in the parking lot and because I was so happy about my new gym when he asked about it, I introduced myself and told him he should join and that usually around 530 they have adult classes. Seemed harmless at the time. However he did come back today at 530 to the gym and when the front desk asked him what he was there for he said he was waiting for me. So they thought it would be a good idea to give my name and personal phone number to a man who is not even a member at their gym nor has ever taken a class there. The front desk did not ask my permission nor ask if I was safe or comfortable with some man who they don't even know having my information. Mind you I met this man in the plaza parking lot! She did not even call me to give me a heads up or apologize for giving him my number. It was not until I questioned the man texting me and called the gym that I was able to put all the pieces together. I wanted to join this gym not only to get in shape but to learn how to protect myself. The one place that I thought I could be safe, is the place that has now caused me to feel vulnerable and at risk as a new member of the community. I think it is very disappointing that a place of business would so willingly pass out personal information of a woman whom they have just met less than 24 hours before to a man who just shows up and says he's there for her. Now do I just change my phone number in hopes of deflecting this man who is constantly calling me. To the woman who gave out my number...What if this was an old abusive boyfriend looking for me? What if this man did know me and had malicious intent? This was a very poor decision on behalf of this establishment. read more

When I first moved to Hawaii 13 years ago I was in awesome shape and I wanted to learn kickboxing. Well I never made the jump to actually start learning until this year and a few lbs later. I have been on a quest for a gym that makes me feel comfortable (as I am very green) and fits my busy schedule. HMC is the one!!! While on my quest I have tried a few gyms (who will remain nameless) and HMC is the best. Kevin the coach is awesome, he really knows what he's doing, he's really motivating, and it was the best workout of all the gyms I've been to. I love it there and can't wait until my next class!!!! read more