Gyms Details:

Head Professor: Jason Dent

Details: Our approach here at the GriffonRawl MMA Academy is simple, "If it doesn't work, we don't teach it". All of our programs are not only designed to benefit those who intend to compete, but are also designed to teach Self-Defense while getting you in shape. Mixed Martial Arts is currently one of the fastest growing sports in the world today! However, do not be fooled, the styles we teach have proven their effectiveness inside and outside of the ring time and time again. Competing is not a mandatory requirement for attending any of our classes. Competitions we currently compete in are Muay Thai, Boxing, Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, & MMA. The GriffonRawl MMA Academy is located in Mentor, Ohio which is about a half an hour east of downtown Cleveland. We are one of the premier MMA Academy’s in the state of Ohio. We have a very large fight team which consists of over 30 active amateur fighters and currently 6 professionals and growing. We stay very active as a team and compete a minimum of at least once every month. Our gym is not just for fighters however and we welcome beginners who are just looking for a chance to train in the arts we teach to get in shape, learn to fight to be able to defend themselves, and or just want to have a lot of fun. Our Academy is about 6,000 sq feet and is set broken into two sides. Side 1 has about a 1,000 square foot section of mats that we use for group training along with a row of 6 Thai Bags for our striking classes. We use side 1 for warm ups and more for the beginners. Side 1 also has our MMA store where you can get all of your training gear, apparel, etc to meet your needs. Side 2 is more for our fight team and advanced students seeing as it is where our Boxing Ring, and Cage is set up. We are the official cage of Ohio’s premier MMA organization the NAAFS and also rent our cage out to any local MMA promoters that may be interested. Side two also has some adjustable speed bags, heavy bags, and showers for use. If your looking to be the best come train with some of the best!

Kids Program Url: https://ohio-mma.com/Programs/junior

Kids Program Detail: Our Jr. MMA program here at GR is instructed by our most experienced Professional/Amateur fighters. Our Jr. MMA program is both modern yet traditional when it comes to our approach with our students. We believe in instilling the same discipline/respect as you see in Karate yet our approach to the training is totally different. All of our kids are trained to become proficient in Boxing / Muay Thai / Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu / Wrestling & Judo. Our Jr. Program is a Fighting / Fitness class designed to not only teach your child to be able to defend themselves but they are also designed to teach your child the importance of health and fitness. The age requirement for Jr. MMA is ages (7-15). See schedule page for program hours. All classes consist of instruction, drilling, plyometrics / calisthenics, some games (ex. dodge ball, capture the flag, soccer, etc.), controlled / closely monitored rolling & sparring as well. Equipment/Gear needed - In the Jr. MMA class participants must wear an official GR Jr. MMA shirt, hand wraps, MMA gloves, a mouth piece, groin protection, shorts, and a shirt.

Woman Only Program Url: https://ohio-mma.com/Programs/cardio-kickboxing

Woman Only Program Detail: Our Women's Only Cardio Hit Fit program here at GR is Instructed by Masda Dent who is not only one of our teams official fighters but also just so happens to be the Co-Owner of the gym. It doesn't matter whether you intend to compete, are training for fun, or fitness we are here to help you meet your goals. The Kickboxing classes will teach you to use your whole body as a weapon. Since attacks, movements and changes in position can occur without a person physically seeing what their opponent is doing, "sensitivity" is a major part of Kickboxing; therefore, time spent on the mat is of the utmost importance. Kickboxing can be trained for self defense, fitness purposes, or just for stress relief as well as fun. Many of our ladies build up a ton of confidence and skills in this program and often pop in and out of our co-ed classes in the daytimes/evenings. You will find that this is one of the most challenging yet rewarding things that you will ever do. Kickboxing will teach you to rely on yourself, to value the input of others, and most importantly to respect both your own skills and those of others. Equipment/Gear needed - In the Women's Only Cardio Kickboxing class participants must have hand wraps, and Boxing gloves. We sell all of these items here in house if interested.

Other Programs Available: MMA, Muay Thai, USA Boxing, Wrestling, Elder Fit

Pricing: Mixed Martial Arts/Ultimate Pkg: Pay Per Class $20, Monthly Automated $130; Muay Thai: Pay Per Class $20, Monthly Automated $100; USA Boxing: Pay Per Class $20, Monthly Automated $100; Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu: Pay Per Class $20, Monthly Automated $100; Jr. Mixed Martial Arts Pay Per Class $15, Monthly Automated $100; Open Gym: Pay Per Class $10; Women's Only Cardio Kickboxing: Pay Per Class $10, Monthly Automated $40

Email: griffonraboxing@sbcglobal.net

Facebook Url: https://www.facebook.com/GriffonRawl1997/

Youtube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@griffonrawlohio/

Video Url: https://youtu.be/qeKCkzkSC_8

Country: United States