WREC Mixed Martial Arts Description

 
What was once a competition between various martial arts has become a unique martial art of its own and has become the biggest upcoming sport in America. Our Mixed Martial Arts (MMA) class honors the fusion of techniques from Muay Thai, Boxing, Wrestling, Jiu Jitsu, and the movements that connect them.

What is the goal of WREC MMA?

The primary goal of the MMA class is to provide a controlled environment for students to learn and practice the movements, techniques, and philosophies of the above mentioned martial arts, as well as, to develop the strength and conditioning required for such activities. 
 
The secondary goal of the class is to give students a sense of confidence within their body, whether it is for a job interview, to defend against an unwanted advancement, or simply to boost self-esteem.

Who is allowed to participate?

This class is meant for anyone who has not only the physical ability to participate in a strenuous workout, but for those with the desire to practice the fighting arts. Whether a beginner or a seasoned veteran, any experience level can attend this class. Furthermore, participants must be comfortable making close physical contact with others. The Jiu Jitsu and Wrestling aspects of the class require partner drills that may not be comfortable for some students.

Both males and females are encouraged to participate in the class. If a female student is not comfortable training with other male students they can either: bring a friend, drill with the instructor or sit out the drill. The best female fighters often train with their male teammates. Remember, the more females that are seen in the class the more that are likely to participate in the future. Female MMA and grappling are getting bigger each day by way of women such as Gina Carano, Michell Waterson, Kyra Gracie, Felice Herrig, and Cris "Cyborg" Santos to name a few.

What are the limits and type of contact allowed?

Grappling Drills and Sparing

Wrestling and Jiu Jitsu require close contact with partners. The drills will be ran at a slow speed in order to practice the finer points of the technique and gain muscle memory so that the move becomes seamless in competition. Grappling sparing sessions (rolling) can be practiced safely at 80% to 90% of full speed and strength. However, the intensity will allowed depend on the experience and attitude of each participant. The instructor will determine and control how fast students are allowed to free spar (roll) during such sessions. 
 
Striking Drills and Sparing

Many of the striking drills will utilize hand and kicking pads. Pad work shall be done at the competency level of each person. If a beginner is learning a combination the movements will be slow and controlled. Striking spar sessions will be practiced at 50% of full strength. No head contact is allowed during sparing sessions unless it is determined that both participants have the sufficient experience to do so. Even then, the type and strength of contact will be limited to a 10% range. Again, the intensity also depends on the experience and attitude of each participant. The purpose of sparing sessions is to give participants practical application of the skills learned throughout the class.