MMA training will allow the Practioner to gain a well balanced approach to unarmed combat despite MMA being a Combat sport as there are rules in place that make the sport safe.
Self Defence In comparison with other combat sports that place a limit on techniques and specialize in a phase of combat such as Judo, Brazilian ju jitsu for grappling Boxing, Mauy Thai for striking. MMA provides you with a more realistic base for a self defence situation than traditional martial arts training, although specfic training in personal protection should still be needed as there are limtations to MMA in a Real fight Secrnaio
Overtime MMA training will enable the practioner to become proficient at all ranges of combat. Kicking & punching infighting, Vertical Grappling throws, take downs, Ground & pound and submission fighing .
The benefit of this approach to training is the practioner may have experience for one phase of combat such as ground fighting. through training mma as they are challenged to become proficient at striking, and ground & pound then overtime combine all those skills together to become a well rounded and very competent individual.
Members are encouraged to cross train in differnt arts to improve there overall effectiveness skills and knowledge the coach has formed good links with specialist coaches in ares of BJJ Boxing and Judo
Complete Fighter
At Urban Warrior MMA we like to have a balanced approach to training we would rather be ok at every phase of combat then Good at just one so our Training methods are geared towards becoming a ''complete fighter''.
Fit To Fight
Techniques alone will not get you through a training session for more than 5 minute's if you don't have the fitness. At Urban Warrior our training methods are physically very demanding unlike other rival martial arts club in Derby we will regularly use the gym and use advance fitness training methods to achieve a high level of fitness. Coaches are fully qualified Fitness coaches at advance level 3 and can draw from experience of working in the work fitness industry they have expertise in training people with all types of medical conditions they know how to train effectively and safe.
Sport for All
There seems to be a misconception that if you Train MMA you have to become A Pro Fighter this is not the case MMA is an ideal Combat sport for anyone to participate its the ultimate in recreational combat sport and will help gain benefits such as a high degree of physical Fitness , a balanced unarmed Combat System and a high degree of Mental Toughness will be gained.The physical benefits will be the same as many martial arts yet with added street cred.