MMA, Self-Defense & Kids Classes in Decorah IA

Martial Arts Training

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Martial Arts Training in the Heart of Decorah, IA

Swap the treadmill for high-energy stress relief. Build functional strength and real-world self-defense skills, gaining a level of confidence that carries over from the mats to your professional life. Our youth programs instill discipline, respect, and resilience in a fun, structured environment. While kids learn coordination and focus, they’re also building the mindset needed to excel in school, sports, and life.

Discipline

Martial arts requires strong self-control, regular practice, and respect for rules and instructors.

Respect

Practitioners show respect to their teachers, opponents, and the traditions of the martial art.

Focus

Martial arts trains the mind to stay concentrated, calm, and aware during practice, combat, and in life.

Resilience

Martial arts teach techniques to endure and overcome obstacles.

Core Programs

Striking Fundamentals

The Striking Fundamentals program is a comprehensive introduction to Boxing, Kickboxing, and Muay Thai. It focuses on the essential mechanics of stand-up combat through a mix of technical drills and equipment work.

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Submission Wrestling

The Submission Wrestling program includes Wrestling, Jiu-Jitsu, and Judo martial art disciplines. Training may take years to be good at. Our program cycles through all the major takedowns, positions, submissions, and escapes.

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Adult & Kids MMA

Our MMA program integrates Jiu-Jitsu, Wrestling, and Striking into one cohesive system. Designed for all skill levels, the curriculum transitions seamlessly between standing combat and ground grappling.

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What Our Members Say

    
 
 
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   Nicholas Yaneff 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. A great place to start out at any level of martial arts or self-defense. The instruction is phenomenal and gym members are welcoming and safe to work with. Very reasonable membership fees.
  
 
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   Tyson Johnson 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. A great place to learn martial arts.
  
 
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   Brent Steinhofer 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Great place to train. Very knowledgeable instructor, great training partners and welcoming environment.
  
 
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   Eric Jacobs 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. 2.5 year White belt from the great state of Wyoming here. I did a drop in while I was in town visiting a friend and can’t say enough about this place. Great environment, awesome members, and fantastic instruction from Mike. Recommend to grapplers of ALL levels!!
  
 
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   Jared Chaney 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I am a visiting brown belt that dropped in for an open mat. Great group. Very welcoming. Send a text for the updated schedule.
  
 
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   Jason Shaw 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. No-Gi Tuesdays at 6pm. Gi Thursday at 6pm.
  
 
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   Nate Stee 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. So much fun for the kids and they stay busy the whole time.  My daughter absolutely loves it!!