How's it going. Im a fireman living in the Rancho Cucamonga Ca area and have been interested in "learning" how to fight mma style. I am in good shape and think I could definitely benefit physically and mentally from learning the different mma styles (muay thai, grappling etc.) Shit I can't even remember the last time I fought and probably don't even know how to properly fight. I have a few questions. 1. Is there a reputable school in my area that will accept a student like myself with NO fighting experience? 2. Is there long waiting lists for this school? 3. What is the general cost for training? Thank you
Millennia Jiu-Jitsu - About Us They should let you take a free class or 2 before you join..no idea the cost
Newbie, Welcome. Most schools will accept new students regardless of experience level. Some training camps will be invite only. For schools near you, check out the school directory at the top of the page and see if anything comes up in your area. I know theres a few places in Ontario, which is close to you. Tough to give you a "general" cost of training, as it varies quite a bit based on location, quality of instruction, etc. Theres a thread around here recently called "How much does your gym cost" and you could search for that and see what a baseline could be.
http://www.sherdog.net/forums/f11/school-directory-183311/ Also, a quick google search will work wonders, as I believe these are all in your area: Dobler's Muay Thai Kickboxing 9057 Arrow Route Rancho Cucamonga, California, 91730 United States Banke BAAD BOY Boxing at the Y.M.C.A 215 West "C" St. Ontario CA 91762 909-986-5847 909-319-0261 Battle Ground Boxing Club (For Women) 5550 Jurupa Ave. Ontario CA 91761 951-202-5643 Ontario PAL Boxing 221 W. California St. Ontario CA 91762 909-395-2874 California Kickboxing and Fitness Club 26 East Colorado Blvd. Lower level Pasadena CA 91105 626-585-8663 Classic Kickboxing 91 East Union St Pasadena CA 91103 626-796-6387 Pasadena Boxing Gym 363 E. Villa St. Pasadena CA 91101 626-744-6531 Sityodtong LA 3636 E. Colorado Blvd Pasadena CA 91107 626-577-7800 Elite Boxing Academy 185 W Arrow Hwy Pomona CA 91767 909-596-6921 San Bernardino More Than Conquerors Boxing Club 839 N. Mt. Vernon Ave San Bernardino CA 92411 909-240-5452 909-883-4560 The New Jurupa 5626 Mission Blvd. Rubidoux CA - 951-823-3456 951-202-7988
How about "thanks?" Heres about 50 more you can check out. I think you can do the rest, yes? Local Martial Arts Instructors covering Fontana, CA
Got ahead of myself. Thanks for your help. Do you have any feedback on The Sharktank in Rancho Cucamonga?
I dont, but their contact info is in that last link I posted. Just give 'em a call and ask questions, its the best way. Most places will let you train at least once to see if you like it. Narrow down the list on the phone, and then check out as many as possible. Training aint cheap so you might as well make sure youre at a place that suits you.
Great thanks for the advice! I was wondering.....if I were to visit one of these places, are they going to throw me right into a cage with a fighter and beat the sh*t out of me to see if I like it?:icon_surp I don't know what to expect, any ideas?
No dude, dont worry about it. You wont be fighting the first day. At least for stand-up, most places will have you transition from classes or just being coached on the basics, then on to partner drills, then to situational sparring, all before finally moving on to full sparring. Thats a process that could be at least weeks, and possibly months in the works.
Yeah, that ain't no joke. I ran into a kid one day. We started talking about MMA blah blah. His buddy went to a place to join the gym and train. They put him in a cage with a well rounded amateur. This guy beat the f*ck out of this poor guy. All because they "gym" wanted to see what he had. I'm not sure if it's true, but I can generally tell when people are lying. I don't think this kid was lying. This is why I asked
Definitely check out Millenia Jiu Jitsu in Rancho Cucamonga. Great gym with experienced instructors such as William Sriyapai and Javier Vasquez. I've been to their gym to spar and their facility is top notch; they have a weight training area, heavy bag area, a store, ring, and cage. Here is their website: Millennia Jiu-Jitsu - Home
Sounds like the kid probably went in there with a massive chip on his shoulder and probably made some really stupid remarks to piss someone off, and they gave him a trial by fire.
Thanks to everyone. I have contacted Millenia by email. Now I hae to figure out how I am going to swing the 150.00 a month. Pricey. Coincidentally, Do I have to purchase all my gear or do they provide stuff? Thanks again
