From Grind To Growth

Our purpose is simple: clear standards, repeatable systems, real progress.

Day One Promise

Whether you’re brand new or chasing the next podium, you’ll get a plan. Fundamentals, live reps, and specific feedback—every class.

How We Coach

Technique first. Pressure‑tested. Expect drilling, positional rounds, and applied strategy that sticks under fatigue.

Culture Over Clout

Show up, be coachable, help teammates. No egos. The mat rewards consistency.

  • Intentional fundamentals for faster retention
  • Live rounds with purpose (not chaos)
  • Strength & conditioning that respects recovery

What We Teach

Four programs. One standard: progress you can feel.

Brazilian Jiu‑Jitsu / No‑Gi

Control, escapes, submissions—world‑class grappling without strikes. You’ll build a technical base, then stress‑test it under live rounds.

  • Fundamentals & positional sparring
  • Competition prep for those who want it
  • Safe, beginner‑friendly on‑ramps
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Meet The Coaches

Experience that shows up every round.

Roberto Ramirez

Coach / Co‑Owner — BJJ Black Belt (under 4th‑degree James Clingerman)

Active IBJJF competitor. Brown Belt highlights: Gold Pan No‑Gi ’21; Bronze Worlds Master ’21; Bronze Worlds No‑Gi ’21; Bronze Pan No‑Gi ’20 (Open + SHW).

Jake Hockenbury

Coach / Co‑Owner — Grappling & Striking

Wrestled since age 4, Lincoln College (IL), coached at Decatur Central HS. Team USA Grappling (2017). Active MMA (4‑0), two belts. Coaches grappling, striking, cardio kickboxing, S&C.

Caleb Cox

Kickboxing & MMA Coach — BJJ Purple Belt

Brownsburg native, D1 linebacker (Indiana State). Competed in boxing, kickboxing, MMA. Records: 2‑1 MMA, 14‑6 Amateur Boxing, 3‑1 Kickboxing. Bronze Worlds No‑Gi ’21 (Purple, SHW).

Train In A Modern Facility

Clean, organized, and purpose‑built for progress.

Premium fighting cage for MMA
Kickboxing area with pads & stations
Strength & conditioning tools
Lil Goonies space for youth classes

What We Stand On

These aren’t slogans—they’re standards.

Effort

Show up. Work hard. Be coachable. Every class counts.

Respect

For partners, coaches, the room, and the process.

Accountability

We measure reps, track rounds, and own the results.

Team

Iron sharpens iron. We win together, and we learn together.

Milestones

Hard work compounds—so do results.

  1. Foundation

    Culture First

    Standards for effort and behavior set on day one. The room stays sharp.

  2. Expansion

    Programs That Scale

    BJJ, No‑Gi, Kickboxing, MMA, and Youth—each with a clear development path.

  3. Results

    Confident Athletes

    From first class to first podium. Everyone improves; some compete.

Ready To Train?

Join a team that raises your standard.

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