Jiu Jitsu
Jiu Jitsu is a grappling based art utilizing technique and leverage over strength and power. Thus enabling students to defeat opponents that are bigger and stronger. This class teaches positions, escapes, and submissions. Submissions include a variety of chokes an joint manipulation. Causing the opponent to “tap out”. Training Jiu Jitsu involves nearly every muscle group, therefore, it is a total body workout and a great way to get in shape. Classes are offered in both Gi and No-Gi
Gear: Mouthpiece, Cup. Gi (Martial Arts Uniform) for Gi and comfortable workout clothing for No-Gi,
Level: Beginner to Advanced
MMA
MMA (Mixed Martial Arts) is a synergistic combination of martial arts, including muay thai, kickboxing, boxing, jiu jitsu, wrestling, and judo. This class covers various ranges of combat, namely stand up, takedowns and the ground. Elements have been carefully selected from each art form for their effectiveness and efficiency. Training involves rounds hitting pads and cooperative partner drills.
Gear: Comfortable workout gear, Boxing Gloves, MMA Gloves, Shin Pads, Mouthpiece, Cup
Level: Beginner to Advanced
Takedowns
The takedowns class draws from arts such as Freestyle wrestling, Greco- Roman wrestling and Judo. The emphasis is on learning, and practicing effective takedowns, takedown defenses and positional control. All techniques taught have been selected for their effectiveness in a Self Defense, JiuJitsu or MMA scenario.
Gear: Comfortable workout gear, Mouthpiece, Cup
Level: Beginner to Advanced
Boxing
Boxing, one of the best known combative sports, is a punching art. This classes teaches the details of stance, footwork, hand position, offense, defense, timing, and rhythm. Training consists of conditioning, technique, bag work and tactics.
Gear: Comfortable workout gear, Boxing Gloves, Shin Pads, Mouthpiece, Cup
Level: Beginner to Advanced
Muay Thai
Muay Thai is an extremely effective stand up art. It is often referred to as the ‘Science of eight limbs’ as it utilizes punches, elbows, kicks and knees. Emphasis in this class is on stance, hand position and proper mechanics giving the student effective defensive and offensive striking skills.
Gear: Comfortable workout gear, Boxing Gloves, Shin Pads, Mouthpiece, Cup
Level: Beginner to Advanced
MMA/Cardio
MMA/Cardio is a non-contact class that uses mixed martial arts moves with an emphasis on fitness and conditioning. This is a great class for students to burn fat, strengthen and tone and get in shape.
Gear: Comfortable workout clothing, Boxing Gloves
Level: Beginner to Advanced
Combat Conditioning
Combat Conditioning is a workout class using the latest training techniques used by professional athletes. It incorporates bodyweight exercises, bands and weights to develop functional speed, strength, agility and power.
Gear: Comfortable workout clothing
Level: Beginner to Advanced
Kids
The Kids program at Lightning MMA is a great way to get your kids involved in martial arts in a safe and fun environment. Not only is it more fun than traditional martial arts but its more applicable to real life. MMA is a great way for kids to build confidence, get in shape, and build long lasting friendships that they will carry with them. Starting your kids early in MMA will put them on the path to success not only athletically, but in other aspects of their life. At Lightning MMA kids learn discipline, respect, and become confident individuals.
To get your child started at Lightning MMA just fill out the form to the right to get a week free, or you can simply give us a call at 949-333-0598 for more information on our kids classes!
Gear: Comfortable workout gear, Boxing Gloves, MMA Gloves, Shin Pads, Mouthpiece, Cup
Level: Beginner to Advanced
Advanced Jiu Jitsu
Advanced Jiu Jitsu is a more technical class for students at a higher level. Students in this class will already know the basic positions, submission and escapes and be ready for the more intricate details of grappling.
Gear: Mouthpiece, Cup, Comfortable workout clothing
Level: Beginner to Advanced
Advanced MMA
Advanced MMA is MMA taken to the next level. Instruction is at a faster pace as students will already have a grasp of the fundamentals. Drills are more complex and students will spar live.
Gear: Comfortable workout gear, Boxing Gloves, MMA Gloves, Shin Pads, Mouthpiece, Cup
Level: Advanced (Instructor approval required)