Was looking around for months for a solid MMA gym and tried a few different ones and this one easily was the best. Also the price is very fair and the instructors are amazing. They know you are new and will help guide you with your first steps. It takes a little time to adjust to the routine and what the training is like but you will easily get a rhythm if you show up consistently. They want you to come back and they want you to improve. Also They let you try out the gym before you sign on. They have lots of gym equipment in here as well so there is no need to pay extra for another gym membership just to lift weights. It's like a playground, you can come in and lift weights, you can practice on the bags and get better or you can take the different classes they offer all under one roof. read more

I'll let the vids speak for itself lol. Uprise was my first gym ever. It's been two years and I've loved every minute of it. This gym changed my life!! There's so much I could say about Pete and this gym- but to keep a long story short- I'm grateful I ended up here of all places. I was 21 and new to LA. I've struggled with weight all my life and wanted to find something to keep in shape. Thought I was going to boxing, ended up in Jiu Jitsu. I was the only girl, which can be scary. But Pete was super welcoming and treated me very equal to the guys and believed in me. I fell in love with the sport and did everything day and night- MMA, muay thai, bjj. Pete believes in people and CARES about his fighters. He's a very genuine and honest person, and his leadership trickles down into the culture. He's very much a life teacher in many ways and loves his analogies lol. I've learned so much about not just fighting, but life and the martial arts ways. Like I said, Pete and this gym has changed my life. 10/10 one of the best things that's ever happened to me!! read more

If you're a woman or don't fit a certain athletic stereotype, I would think twice before attending. This was my first time at the 6:00 pm clinch class with Pete Panos, and during drills his instructor told me to 'fight like he's trying to steal your food.' I found the comment inappropriate and insensitive. Instead of offering helpful instruction, it felt like a personal jab that made me uncomfortable and unwelcome. Gyms should foster an inclusive and respectful environment, especially for beginners, and this experience did not reflect that. Because of this, they've lost my potential as a long-term member. read more

Very welcoming staff and great atmosphere. Did a free week trial really felt this gym has a great community and teachers. Very clean and lots of space. Will definitely subscribe to start training. read more

Uprise Mma - Muay Thai Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Long overdue review! I started training with Pete when the gym was called Way of the Warrior in 2015. I fell out of going to the gym for a few years but started training here at the new facility in November 2022 and have loved the experience so far. All of the instructors are amazing and focus on what I feel like is everyone in the class. My favorite part of training BJJ here is there is no ego, which is amazing. Everyone I roll with is super nice and is very understanding on those days when I'm sore or something hurts which I appreciate. To take things up a notch, the facility is huge, clean and the overall environment is welcoming every single time I'm there. Parking is typically super convenient, sometimes I have to walk a block or two, which isn't a big deal. read more

I wanted to draw attention to the kids classes offered here and the beautiful space. They offer classes for as low as age 4-7 & my daughter has very much enjoyed being a part of this class with Coach Manny. They offer this class 2x a week, 50 mins ea for $125, amazing deal! The kids workout in different spaces all over the room, mount control in the cage, kick trapping and counterpunching, etc. we have only done a couple classes and she is very excited to return. Looking forward to seeing her progress. Thanks guys! read more

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I love this place ! People are super friendly and nice and they make you feel comfortable . This is my first martial art class ever and I was super nervous in the beginning but then I develop new friends here and learn a lot . Also, I didn't know that my brother started his first Muay Thai and bjj here too years ago so that was pretty cool! Eventually I will put my kid here once he is old enough .. Sasha is my fave trainer there . She's very nice and patient . I take her strength conditioning class and she is really good !! read more

I really enjoyed training here. Challenging and welcoming to newcomers and experienced guys alike. Super modern, clean facility with high level equipment. Everyone that trains here is chill and relaxed. They're upfront about their pricing and very flexible if you need to take some months off. read more

Great training and exercises. Aaron was amazing coach. Training facilities are clean and high quality.

This place is great! The instruction is really clear and everyone is friendly. Very inviting atmosphere and people seem to take care of each other. The gym is big, offering two mats to train on, so classes don't feel too cramped even during sparring sessions or rolling. There's metered street parking out front and non-metered parking just a block or two away. There's also a variety of classes to choose from; MMA, BJJ (including no-Gi), Muay Thai, wrestling focused MMA on weekends. read more

Uprise is so much more than a gym. When I moved to LA, I reached out to and tried out a few MMA places, but my experience with Uprise - from the first contact with the owner Pete over email - was by far the best. First, I really respected Pete's approach: he offers a free week trail and is very transparent about pricing. The matts are clean - they get cleaned and sanitized between MMA and BJJ classes. People are asked to use the sanitizing wipes to clean the pads after they've been using them, and you can use them to clean your gloves and shin guards as well. The Muay Thai and MMA classes are awesome. Everybody trains hard, lots of people come 6-7 days a week for a few hours at a time, travel to Thailand, fight amateur. Pete is a BJJ black belt and a fantastic Muay Thai and MMA coach. I like that he never skips a solid warm-up, gives helpful feedback and makes sure to correct any poor technique. The BJJ is about 60-70% no gi 40-30% gi, and it's also great. Prof. Gustavo Gasperin and Coach Pete are tremendous instructors and there are a number of black and brown belts to train with. The gym has a number of MMA fighters who train there and a bunch of folks who regularly compete in BJJ tournament. The gym definitely has a community vibe, which I really appreciated. Lots of people have been training with Pete for years. People get together to watch UFC or to go out. I moved away, but I am still in touch with Pete and lots of people from Uprise, and stop by every so often to spar or roll. I can't recommend it enough. read more

I have been training at Uprise MMA for a few months now and still love everything it has to offer. Before picking Uprise as the right gym for me, I had visited a handful of other Muay Thai/Brazilian Jiu-jitsu gyms for their free trial period. These gyms included Dynamix MMA, Westside Training Center, Uprise, and Boxing works. Dynamix and Boxing works both offered one free class while Uprise and Westside Training both offered a full week for free. I did like Westside training as it was walkable from where I currently live, however they only offer 3 Muay Thai classes a week. I ended up choosing Uprise because of the quantity of MT classes that are offered. You have an option of 2-3 MT classes every weekday and one class on Saturday mornings. Almost all MT classes are taught by Kru Pete who is very talented and gives great instruction on proper technique and form. I have also come to find that everyone at the gym is extremely friendly and very helpful in sharing their knowledge and skills with you. The gym offers heavy bags, speed bag, weights for everyday lifting, and a ring for sparring. From a price perspective, Uprise definitely isn't the most expensive nor is it the cheapest available option. But you do get your money's worth and you'll have a great time while you're at it. read more

Called this gym on 8/4 around 10:15am to ask a few questions about their hours and programs. The guy that answered the phone wasn't very pleasant or accommodating, and he hung up on me without saying a word. Just rude and not at all helpful. You're running a business, and you want to draw people in, not repel them. I guess I'll keep looking for a gym because this probably isn't the place for me. If a guy can be rude over the phone to a potential client, that says a lot about the business. read more

Very CLEAN matts. Today I took my first jiu-jitsu class there (more on that later). I watched the tail end of the intermediate Muay-Thai class led by Pete Panos. As soon as the class was finished over 3 students thoroughly cleaned the matts. The first student swept the entire area with a industrial size duster and then two students cleaned followed. One held an industrial size swiffer looking thing while the other student led with a spray solution of some sort. They covered every square inch. I know, I watched. And they did it with such joy and care Mr. Miyagi style. - When it was time for the BJJ class the instructions were very clear and I was paired up with someone very patient and nice. Pete Panos walked the room and gave good adjustments for my partner and myself. When it was time to "live roll" I asked the fellow students if we could "go light" (because I haven't really rolled in like 10 years) and they were cool and eager to show me some tips. At the end of the class we did the traditional bow and shake hands thing which was cool. I stuck around just a little longer and got some advice on forward rolls, shrimping, and landing drills that I can practice. This is totally the kind of gym I want to train at. Can't wait to go back. read more

Greatest gym I've ever been a part of. All the trainers are extremely dedicated to their students and there are so many classes to choose from to fit any schedule. I highly recommend it! read more

I contacted Pete at Way of the Warrior several months ago looking for a personal trainer to help me lose weight and tone up. I'm not super athletic and I've mostly avoided exercise whenever possible, but I finally got tired of my flabby existence and decided it was time to get in shape. I was looking for someone who wouldn't judge me for my inability to do more than one sit up, but also wanted someone who would push me to work my hardest because knowing myself and my sweat-avoiding ways, I needed to be pushed. Pete turned out to meet these criteria perfectly. It was also great that he was flexible with meeting locations - he has his own private gym but is also willing to come to you. Pete is extremely versatile and intelligent in his training methods, and he tailors each workout to fit the individual. I've seen him in action with sweaty, "bone crushingly intense" workouts (see Kevin's review below) but he's able to slow it down when working with someone less athletic. Due to his extensive background in martial arts, we've incorporated Muay Thai kickboxing into every workout, which I really enjoy. But since I'm not looking to become the next Ultimate Fighter (I'd rather just attract one as a date), we focus more on technique and cardio, which to me is so much more fun than being hit in the face... just my opinion. Pete's also good at keeping me motivated and is constantly coming up with new and fun workouts. To my surprise I've actually found myself looking forward to each session with him and I always leave feeling good about myself. Since signing up with him I've lost 25 pounds (and still counting) and have gotten much stronger, faster, more coordinated and more confident in myself and my athletic abilities. Best of all, I'm starting to like what I see in the mirror again, which is really what it's all about. Whether you're looking for a hardcore martial arts instructor to mold you into a fighting machine or are just looking for a great trainer to help you shed some pounds and feel good about yourself, I would highly recommend Pete. He'll kick your ass into shape and make you love every minute of it. read more

Been coming here for almost two years now for both muay thai and jiu jitsu. Although I had some previous jiu jitsu experience this is the place where I got my blue best from Sensei Gustavo Gasperin. Intermediate jiu jitsu classes on Tuesday and Thursday are very good. Sensei Gustavo always starts by making sure you have the basics down before adding anything flashy to your game, which I greatly appreciate. Although I had no previous muay thai experience it has become my favorite martial art. Kru Panos is extremely knowledgeable and is always drilling fundamentals in both the beginner and intermediate classes. He is very good at keeping an eye on everyone and tailoring classes to everyone's level. You will be getting personal attention from him in every class. With all this being said what makes this the best gym in the area is the presence of Grand-Master Sensei Sifu Kru Chew. https://www.facebook.com/sifukruchew. He is Grand-Master of the gym and makes sure the gym is running to his very strict Thai standards. He has been developing his special martial art called Chew Jitsu and has been teaching some techniques to his students. He is very nice as long as you are extremely polite and respectful so always make sure to bow to him whenever you walk into the gym and before leaving. read more

I'm no bruce lee, however I would love to be. If bruce lee was still physically alive he would be MMA's biggest advocate. With the growing audience and popularity of MMA, a seed to take a martial arts class was implanted. I took a karate class in college, one session of BJJ with a friend, however I did dare call myself a martial artist. I went to go shopping for a place where they offered both hand-2-hand combat with some courses on bjj - I think to be an overall fighter in today's world - you have to know both - striking and ground. For myself, I went strictly for the Muay Thai, and not the BJJ due to my own time constraints. I would have loved to do both. My review is on my Muay Thai experience at WOTW. First of all the instructor - Pete - is awesome as an instructor - patient and constantly looking at form - striking, defense - everything. I never felt rushed or out of place. I just felt that Pete was looking out for my own interest - which was to become the best martial artist to my capabilities. On the studio, it has everything that you need to practice Muay Thai in a comfortable and clean envrionment. Focus mitts to larger pads, and the flooring of the studio was never an issue. Most of the time we were standing up barefoot, and I never once tripped or fall. To my understanding the studio has grown considerably - which is a sign that the studio is gaining popularity. As it should be. On the fellow students - great bunch. I had a couple of social gatherings with the group outside of class - once at a UFC fight at someone's apartment, and the second at a local bar for a UFC fight. Before class, after class, and during class - I did not feel any ego from anyone. I sparred a few times, and the times I did spar, my fellow classmates were in control, and all was good. I haven't been to class for quite a while, since I started a new job, and also moved farther away from WOTW. But here and there I would drive past the studio on Venice and I would reminisce on my experience. A great experience I hope to find at a new studio. For the time being, I do miss WOTW environment, people, and instructors... the only thing I don't miss is the warm-ups and sometimes, warm-downs. Maybe I'm saying this since I am really out of shape (currently as type this... my fingers are aching). But those who are looking for a martial arts studio - and you live close to the palms/culver city area... or if your commute everyday is along the path of WOTW - do drop by - and do the trial. See if you dig it. I did, and I stuck around for almost a year. A year well spent, IMHO. Good luck. read more

I've been training at Way of the Warrior for a year and a half now and I can honestly say that when I first started I had no clue about martial arts let alone Muay Thai and how to throw a punch. But under Pete's tutelage I've grown stamina, conditioning, strength and the ability and confidence of self defense. Pete is an amazing teacher with a tremendous amount of patience and understanding of each individuals needs. He knows when to push you harder than you think you can perform and also when to ease up if your having a rough day. The students at the gym are really great people to work out with, there aren't any egos or macho ism. They're friendly and always willing to give you a tip. If you're ready for a no frills get your ass into shape and be pushed THIS GYM IS THE PLACE! I can go on and on about how awesome it is here but try a free week and you'll see. Wwwwwwaaaaaayyyy ofooofff thhhaaa WwArrior!!! read more

I came to this gym with no background in martial arts and not knowing what to expect. I really wanted to try BJJ but never went for it. I am mostly experienced in the BJJ classes, so this review is about my experience on BJJ at WOTW. When I first came to Way of the Warrior I felt an awesome vibe from everyone in there, Pete is a really nice and patient guy who is always willing to help you. I started with the BJJ beginners classes with Gi and No-Gi. Little by little I moved on to the intermediate and advanced level classes taught by Sensei Gustavo Gasperin. Gustavo is an awesome instructor and a really accomplished BJJ fighter, he truly has a vocation to teach. He breaks down the steps for each technique and is always teaching you the basics, even when the technique is a bit more advanced. Pete himself and his guest coaches are really knowledgable as well, its definitely a great school to learn. It is important to note that you get a lot of personal attention from these instructors during the classes, which is awesome because it helps you progress so much more. I also regularly do the conditioning classes. These classes are awesome if you are trying to complement your training with a bit of cardio and strengthening. I don't know how is it in other gyms, but at Way of the Warrior there is a sense of family between all the students and coaches. Everyone is helping each other to be better with a really positive attitude. If you are interested, Pete offers a Free trial for a week!!! Come and try it yourself, you will get addicted! read more

I stumbled up the Way of the Warrior gym walking back from another ho hum gym routine at LA Fitness. They were having an open gym and I had the opportunity to speak with the owner Pete for a few minutes and I walked away uber impressed. There are certain people in this world that exude passion about what they do and that is exactly what I found in Pete. He is extremely passionate about the Way of the Warrior Training and that passion immediately made me want to be a part of what he is building. I have been involved in sports my whole life but never martial arts and I have to say Pete ranks right up there with some of the best coaches I have had throughout sports career. I am in the beginning stages of my journey into Muay Thai and Jiu Jitsu but I know Pete and the other instructors are going to help me achieve the goals I set out. For those, who may be a little apprehensive, this gym has no ego nor do the people and you will feel at ease as soon as you walk in the door but get ready to put in work because I can honestly say my clothes are drenched when I walk out of there. Finally, anyone who has ever thought that they would like to start training in Muay Thai and/or Jiu Jitsu but. were intimidated for whatever reason, I can assure you there is nothing to be intimidated by with this gym so do yourself a huge favor and come see what Pete is building and after meeting him, you will be immediately impressed. read more

I had been interested in trying out boxing/Muay Thai to try and get back in shape in a way that was fun and engaging. After trying out a few places all over LA, I can decidedly say that Pete is the best there is. Pete is a really chill guy who's passionate about his craft and it shows in his dedication to his students. I felt like I learned more with Pete than any other place I tried. He does a great job of setting a challenging pace, but listening to your needs and interests. Its instantly clear he's a knowledgeable trainer that has a 1001 ways to get you working and all of them are dope. My sessions with Pete were money well spent and I'm eager to come back and train with him. For all of you out there who are on the fence, do it. You won't regret it. read more

I've been training at Uprise for 6 months now (Muay Thai - 3x/week). Before that, i've had 5 years in Taekwondo and 1 year each in Karate Kyokushin+Aikido. Though not a pro at all, i definitely know what a true and good martial art gym must have: -A knowledgeable and caring coach -Committing, experienced and nice partners -Adequate equipment in good condition -Affordable pricing -Manageable class schedule Uprise MMA has all of these. Period. And if you still don't trust me, you can always do the 1-week free trial to see for yourself. read more

I've been thinking about writing a review for Way of The Warrior for a while now but it didn't happen because life got in a way. I finally found some time to sit down and write about this gym. I never trained, exercised, worked out, or even gone to the gym seriously before let alone training in any kind of martial art. One day I was walking my dog and saw the gym and I thought that I wanted to give it a try. Since then I never looked back. Even though I don't have any experience in martial art at all, Pete made it very easy for me to understand. Pete makes sure that everyone in either the beginner or intermediate class gets attention from him. One other GREAT thing about this gym is no one has any ego and everyone is very friendly and very helpful. If one of your New Year resolutions is getting back in shape, trying to lose weight, trying to become an amateur fighter, or whatever reason you have in mind, come check Way of the Warrior out. Pete offers a Free trial for a week. You can come and try all of the classes and experience the awesomeness yourself! I can go on and on and on about this AWESOME gym. But I think it's best for you guys(and girls) out there to come and check it out yourself! read more

A great place to start the training early. My 4 year old is loving it. Pete has awesome patience with the kids, making sure they develop their form well. I highly recommend it! read more

Uprise Mma - Covering the basics! - Muay Thai Near Me - Los Angeles, California

I started at Way of the Warrior by doing the 1 week free trial period. I ended up going to beginner Muay Thai classes (BJJ is also offered) and really enjoyed it. First off, as a beginner all you have to do is show up. Gear is available for you to use. I found everyone in the class to be really friendly, and the instructor Pete to be welcoming and great at introducing students to Muay Thai. I was clueless, and didn't know how to properly throw a punch or kick. Even though I was in a class with probably 10 other students, Pete gave me a ton of individual attention and was patient and clear in introducing me to the fundamentals. Additionally, I liked that Pete didn't use any hard sales tactics during the trial period... it was just fun and low pressure. I've now been going to the gym for about 4 months. After that first trial week, I was hooked, and went out and bought all the gear. Pete is great at drilling the fundamentals, and progressively getting you to focus on improving your technique. Both the beginner and advanced Muay Thai classes are also incredible work outs. You leave drenched in sweat every time. My favorite aspect of the gym though has to be the positive energy everyone exudes. I think this starts with Pete who sets the example. If you start going you will notice that everyone walks into the gym with a smile. Finally, the gym is also blessed to have Grand-Master Sensei Sifu Kru Chew (facebook.com/sifukruchew) as a patron. He is a former instructor of Pete and just recently returned from Chaing Mai, Thailand where he was running a training camp and developing the revolutionary style of Chew Jitsu. I've been lucky enough to have done pad work with him a few times, and my evasive as well as striking ability dramatically improved as a result. If you meet him, take into account that he is accustomed to training seasoned Thai fighters, so be sure to be respectful. read more

Uprise MMA is a great place to train whether you're someone who wants to increase your general fitness or an aspiring amateur fighter. I've been training here for almost two years and still look forward to coming in every day. I joined with no martial arts background and started with Muay Thai. A few months later I started BJJ and now I train both. I've even competed a few times in BJJ! The environment is laid back but respectful. For BJJ, we do not require one color gi or make you purchase the team gi/rashguard, you can wear whatever you want as long as it's clean. Although we train hard, we do not make you spar if you don't want to and we don't shame you if you need to take a round off. You put in as much as you want out of it. The coaches will not force you to spar or compete. They will, of course, encourage it, but they understand not everyone is there to prepare for the next MMA fight and respect your decision. The gym has a good mixture of competitors and hobbyists. You will find people from all backgrounds: students, lawyers, doctors, school teachers, moms, dads, office workers, nurses, you name it. Nowhere would you find a community with so many different people mixed together having fun. The gym culture is great, everyone is super friendly, willing to help and respectful. The coaches/instructors are all very knowledgeable, friendly and have their own personal style of teaching so you get exposed to a variety of instruction, skill and concepts. Class schedule seems to accommodate most availabilities, we have morning classes, evening classes, and classes/open mats on the weekends. We have kids classes on Wednesdays and Saturdays as well. We cover all aspects of Muay Thai: the clinch, elbow, knees, trips/throws, boxing, and kicks. We even have a general strength and conditioning class if you want to further improve your cardio. For BJJ we train in both gi and no gi, as well as application of BJJ through wrestling/mma. Pricing is competitive and we have a one week trial where we encourage you to try every class to see what best fits your needs. Like I said, the vibe is super laid back so they are not pushy and won't hover like a salesman to get you to join. If you tried a week and don't like it, no worries! read more

I have been training Muay Thai with Pete Panos at the Way of the Warrior gym for the last 3 months and I have gone from a complete, clumsy n00b to somebody who can actually throw a decent roundhouse kick and then some. Much of the credit for that goes to Pete. His nearly 2 decades of martial arts experience is apparent in his bone-crushingly intense yet patient training methods. That being said, Pete has no problem making you feel it when you miss a block or forget to keep your hands up. One quickly takes pride in sustained bruises as a form of battle wounds. Make no mistake, Pete's basic, no-frills gym is not for the faint of heart. You wont find fancy LCD screens or linen towels here; just mats, heavy bags and sweat. A whole lot of sweat. I been doing sports my whole life, but every session at the Way of the Warrior kicks my ass. From the warm up to the burn-down, you will feel the burn. All the members of the gym are guys and girls with a common passion: training hard and fighting within the boundaries of sportsmanship. For me, a day is not complete without some sparring and icing the resulting bruises. Muay Thai has become more then kicking the thai pads; it has motivated a change towards a healthier life style to get competition ready - and the Way of the Warrior gym has been, and continues to be, the driving force behind that. The gym welcomes people from all experience and fitness levels and offers personal and group training in Muay Thai, Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, Tai Chi and generally getting in shape. read more

Way of the Warrior Training is hands down the best place to train Muay Thai because it has the best instructor I have ever encountered. Pete is incredibly experienced, patient, down to earth, encouraging, and delivers a hardcore training session. The class focuses on technique, stretching, endurance, sparring... basically it gets you to where you want to be. I have been training with Pete for almost 10 months and I am a huge fan of the class. If you are searching yelp looking for a great Kickboxing class, you found it. read more

What can I say. The Jiu Jitsu instructor Gustavo is a multi world champ in gi and nogi. He is a black belt under Fabricio Werdum, and is very technical with his instructions as well as patient with new students. Pete, the Muay Thai/Striking instructor is very humble and friendly. He helps everyone from 9-5er working people that want to take up a new sport for fitness to hardcore people that want to compete in Kickboxing tournaments. The vibe here is like a family. There is no ego when we train. The less macho mentality is open to women and children students. Sometimes we go out to watch UFC fights, celebrate the holidays, or to watch our gym buddies compete. Jerry Quill has an awesome Kali/Eskrima class on Sun. He is well versed in Gung Fu has spent his life studying Martial Arts and is a very friendly guy to top it off. This is also the best price in town. Join here for Fitness, Fun, Self Defense, learning to Compete in Martial Arts, or simply picking up a new hobby and meeting a cool group of people. read more

I was turned away as I have to wear foot inserts/ shoes due to back pain. I spoke to the head instructor (I think) about my condition and was told I couldn't go on the mat because of "rules" that exist around going bare foot. Sucks to know they don't provide any flexibility to people with injuries/ physical issues. Other mma/boxing gyms told me it wouldn't be an issue as long as I wore clean boxing shoes. read more

Uprise MMA is the best gym I've trained at. The gym has an incredible Muay Thai program. The level of instruction is top-notch, the pricing of the gym is very reasonable, the facility is clean, and the people are friendly. Overall its great place to learn Muay Thai, Jiu-Jitsu, or MMA. I would highly recommend this gym to anyone who is looking for an MMA gym in Los Angeles. read more

I signed-up for the unlimited class and it is amazing. Instructors are hands-on, good friendly environment and you will really learn the martial arts that you want to learn. I highly recommend Uprise MMA. read more

Fantastic training, gym, owner, and instructors. The people that you will train with will only look to better yourself. Hard to find that in any MMA or martial arts gym. read more

I do not like to exercise but my aged body tells me I have no choice. I then tried few things in last couple years but never stick to any. That is typical me with exercise. Lol ... By chance, I went to check out the beginner class at Uprise MMA. Everyone is so friendly, encouraging, and respectful. Coach comes around often to give key points. I didn't feel a bit awkward even in my first class and learned a lot. I told myself I could go twice a week, then one week later I started to go three time a week, then ... I am now addicted to it and can see myself going long term. I finally find a very comfortable and joyful environment with an exercise that works on my entire body to build flexibility, strength, and coordination. Beginner classes are offered at Monday through Thursday right after work and then Saturday morning. Parking is very convenient in front of the gym. Inside beginner classes, there are a lot of working hard seasoned students. They are great inspiration. read more

This is a great place for Men and Women boys and girls. No matter what point you are at there is a class for you. Why not have a good workout while learning a skill. Good people to workout with a place to learn and have fun. What I like the most is you get to see what works for you. read more

I wanted to learn bjj so I came here primarily because of the price. I figured I would give bjj a one month trial. If I didn't like it, then I would quit and wouldn't cost much. I have been been at this place 8 months now. I have stayed because the instructor is really good at teaching and he looks out for newcomers. Everyone gets along and is willing to help. Don't be shy about visiting. You won't find a better rate or a better coach. read more

Looking for a gym where I could do both BJJ and Muay Thai, I tried every MMA gym within a 5 mile radius, and Pete's was the best. Simple, small class size, more one on one attention, great teachers, month to month, humble, friendly people, all levels of experience. Great workouts. I always leave this place in a great mood. read more

I started training here back in 2009 without any previous knowledge or training of Muay Thai and now I'm proud to say I teach the women's Muay Thai class on Saturdays! Pete has trained me to be stronger person both mentally and physically in and outside the gym. The small class sizes guarantee a lot of one on one attention which leads to a greater development in technique. WOWT is NOT your fluff kickbox cardio class....get ready to be pushed to new limits. read more

I am thoroughly enjoying my training here at Pete's gym. I am a blue belt who originally trained overseas and have, in the past, been turned off by the attitudes of American BJJ gyms (especially Brazilian owned ones... it always felt like they were after my money). The vibe here is great. During training, everyone is friendly and focused more on long term improvement than single match victory. The guest instructors are exceedingly knowledgeable, as is Pete himself. read more