Highlights: Gi · Kids classes · Women's classes · Members only · Free trial · Competition team
Looking for Progressive Martial Arts Academy in Oak Ridge, TN? It's a Brazilian jiu jitsu academy at 1375 Oak Ridge Turnpike, Oak Ridge, TN 37830, USA, rated 4.9/5 across 96 Google reviews. Below: programs, schedule, pricing, reviews, and how to book a free trial.
High quality martial arts for men, women and children in Oak Ridge, TN.
Endorsed by a Brazilian Jiu Jitsu World Champion for its highly effective system.; Offers a comprehensive multi-disciplinary curriculum including Gracie Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, Jeet Kune Do, Filipino Martia; Strong emphasis on practical self-defense, backed by testimonials from law enforcement and specific self-defense class m
Rated 4.9/5 across 96 Google reviews.
I've been training with PMA for about 6 months, and I love it!! The atmosphere is very positive and family friendly. I even enrolled my 2 children in lessons with Sempai Madelyn. They look forward to every class, and she really has a gift for working with children. The school empasizes balance, and responsibility. There is as much emphasis on avoiding confrontation as there is on defending yourself if you need to. The instructors are all very well versed, and constantly are adapting the training so that every student can get the maximum benefit. For those people with old injuries, or what some would call "disabilities" the instructors modify the training on a case by case basis. The only limits you will find at PMA are the ones you place on yourself. The students I train with range from 20 somethings to retired doctors, men and women. I think that many of the women who train here do so because they are treated with equality and respect.
Happiest place on earth, and yes, that includes Disney Land. I have been a member at PMA for over 4 years, whether training myself or watching family members train. Everyone there is so nice, inspiring, and encouraging, not to mentioned skilled. My brothers trained here for 3 years before I joined the dojo myself. I was hesitant to be one of few women in a new sports class. But boy am I happy I joined!! Joining PMA has taught me self defense, assisted in losing over 50 lbs, given me a new skill I love, and helped to find a community of people who are all kind hearted, encouraging, and supportive. I participate in both Kenpo and Brazilian Jiu Jitsu. The instructors are wonderful and they do will to work to your specific needs or modify any move to your skill level. Great community of people for adults and children. Best Martial Arts Academy in Knoxville! Don’t hesitate to join! We now have our entire family training at PMA, and the best
I love PMA. For a small studio in Oak Ridge, TN, PMA brings larger than life quality to martial arts training. I cannot imagine a more positive experience anywhere else. Sifu David Corrigan and his team of instructors are not only extremely skilled on a personal level, they are also intuitive enough to relay the instructions for execution of these skills to all levels of student experience. No matter what goal a person is looking to achieve, i.e. physical fitness, nutrition education, mixed martial arts training, PMA will lead them there and empower them to achieve even more! The only negative point that I can add to this review is that the gym is not open 24 hours a day and 7 days a week so that I can be there all of the time!!!!!! Even with the plethora of classes and private lessons, being a mother and having a career makes it difficult to train as much as I like. Sifu David works to accommodate me as much as possible so that I can g
I trained in the BJJ adult classes for ~1.2 years and have nothing but positive things to say about PMA. All the instructors are exemplary teachers, and the students are helpful and encouraging (both on and off the mat). I especially liked my time on the competition team, where I had the chance to participate in three local NAGA tournaments. In particular, SiFu David was extremely helpful in developing some of my competition strategies and reviewing past matches. If you want to jump into BJJ and prefer a challenging but welcome place, I recommend training at PMA.
As a lifelong martial artist I wanted to continue training while I was on business travel. I am so glad I decided to drop by Progressive Martial Arts Academy and train in their kenpo class and in their Brazilian Jujitsu class. The instructors were extremely knowledgeable and welcomed me with open arms. It is a great school, with great instructors and awesome students that are very welcoming and ego free. I highly recommend Progressive Martial Arts if you want to learn practical self defense tactics or just want to be around great people while getting in some exercise. Thank you all for the hospitality and wonderful experience.
After three years of training at Progressive Martial Arts Academy, I can firmly say that I've stumbled upon one of East Tennessee's hidden treasures. I've had the privilege of training with some of the strongest, friendliest, and most honorable people I've ever met. The atmosphere is safe, welcoming, accommodating, and familial for students, families and friends of ALL ages. All of the instructors are well-educated and dedicated to making sure their students get the best, most fulfilling training experience possible. For me, Progressive Martial Arts Academy has become a place of self-discovery and confidence. Before training, I struggled with faith, self-esteem, and even what my purpose was in life. Through the positivity and strength-building of training at PMA, I slowly built up my faith in myself and now I'm happy to say that I'm the healthiest I've ever been, physically and mentally. I encourage everyone, of every shape, size, age,
Progressive Martial Arts Academy is at 1375 Oak Ridge Turnpike, Oak Ridge, TN 37830, USA. Call (865) 481-8901 to confirm class times or book a trial.
Progressive Martial Arts Academy doesn't publish pricing. Oak Ridge BJJ typically runs $150-$250/month for unlimited. They offer a free trial so you can test the room first.
Gi Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, Kids BJJ, Little Kids (3-6), Teens BJJ, Women's BJJ, Competition Team, Self-Defense, Striking, Private Lessons.
Beginners are welcome. Use the trial class to watch a fundamentals or all-levels session and meet the coach before signing up. No experience or gear needed for your first class at most Oak Ridge gyms.