Mixed Martial Arts | MMA Classes in Corpus Christi (No-Gi)
Mixed Martial Arts is a complete training system that unites striking, clinch, takedowns, ground control, escapes, and submissions. Our MMA program is designed to help you become well‑rounded—whether you’re training for fitness, self‑defense, or competition. You’ll learn how each range connects: striking sets up entries, takedowns create control, and ground skills finish or neutralize threats.
Based on the authentic Renzo Gracie lineage & curriculum, our MMA Academy in Corpus Christi trains in the following mixed-martial arts disciplines in a beginner-friendly environment and gym culture that values safety, respect, and mutual progress.
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Our MMA Academy is located at: 6314 Yorktown Boulevard, Suite 101 in the beautiful South Side neighborhood of Corpus Christi, TX.
There is no better way to learn how to effecitvely protect ourselves than having fun on the mats with a good team training BJJ in combination with the various disciplines of MMA.
Your physical & mental strength, flexibility, and stamina will sky rocket if you train with us regularly. As your knowledge and skills in both ground fighting & stand up increase, so will your confidence in all areas of life.
Students of the Renzo Gracie Academy in Corpus Christi don’t just learn submission grappling, Judo throws & striking techniques; they master a mindset of discipline and resilience.
You have what it takes to achieve your goals … both on and off the mats.
If you’re in Corpus Christi, “tap” the button below & get rolling today!
Learn no-gi Jiu Jitsu from a Renzo Gracie 4th-degree black belt in a safe, clean & beginner-friendly environment!
Submission grappling focuses on grips, pressure, and positional control, without the gi. It’s fast, athletic, and directly applicable to MMA transitions.
When combined with kick-boxing, wrestling & Judo, our ground-fighting training also provides you with a solid foundation for self‑defense off the mats.
Muay Thai is known as the “Art (or Science) of Eight Limbs” because it uses 8 points of contact: fists, elbows, knees, and shins/feet. Beyond powerful striking techniques, Muay Thai develops clinch control —where balance, posture, and timing decide who lands and who doesn’t.
We teach fundamentals first: stance, guard, footwork, defense, and clean mechanics. Then we layer combinations, counters, and clinch sequences as well as Western Boxing tactics to sharpen timing, evasion & distance management — all core pillars for effective striking in MMA.
Wrestling supplies the takedown game — entries, finishes, sprawls, scrambles, and top control. It’s the engine that dictates where a fight takes place.
Judo adds throws, trips, and clinch balance — especially useful against the cage and in close‑range control situations.
Real World Self-Defense: By consistently training at our MMA academy, you will progressively integrate all these martial-arts disciplines into a cohesive and fluid MMA skillset, the foundation for effective unarmed self‑defense both in the ring and on the street.
Get on the fast track to reaching your goals and excelling in MMA and self-defense for real-life situations with private, 1-on-1 training sessions tailored to your specific strenghs & body type.
Should you ever need to protect yourself, your family, or others in a real-life attack: We prioritize situational awareness, deescalation & escape options in order to avoid the altercation completely. If unavoidable, we opt for control‑first solutions as the situation requires. The goal is your practical safety, not unnecessary escalation.
“Joining Renzo Gracie BJJ has been a transformative experience for me as a woman. After just a few sessions, I feel like I've discovered a whole new level of strength and confidence within myself.
Professor Ruben is knowledgeable, patient, and passionate about the craft. He creates a positive, friendly, empowering atmosphere where everyone feels welcome. As a female Jiu Jitsu student, ...
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Professor Ruben is knowledgeable, patient, and passionate about the craft. He creates a positive, friendly, empowering atmosphere where everyone feels welcome. As a female Jiu Jitsu student, ...
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“I have been training Jiu Jitsu for the past 2 years @Renzo Gracie Corpus Christ: Team Arredondo. Professor Ruben is very knowledgeable and will guide you through all the stages of understanding and learning the basics of Jiu Jitsu.
The team is fantastic, and I like training with them every week.”
“While vacationing near Corpus Christi, I had the opportunity to visit this Renzo Gracie affiliate. Prof. Ruben, Dan and all the students welcomed me from the moment he opened the front door till the moment the door was being closed up for the night. Instantly felt like part of the family, not just an RGA family member but Renzo Gracie Texas family member.
Great experience, great students and great professor! Thanks Prof. Ruben and all.”
You have what it takes to achieve your goals … both on and off the mats.
If you’re in Corpus Christi, “tap” the button below & get rolling today!