Miami's first and oldest MMA school
A selection of 484 5-star Google reviews, published by Freestyle Fighting Academy.
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Great MMA gym with an amazing environment and excellent service. Everyone is welcoming, respectful, and makes training enjoyable. My coach was Coach Brian, and he was excellent at teaching and explaining techniques while always helping me improve. I definitely recommend this gym to anyone looking for quality MMA training and a great atmosphere!
I’ve had a great experience training at FFA CAP lite class. The coaches are knowledgeable, patient, and genuinely invested in helping everyone improve, regardless of experience level. The atmosphere is welcoming and supportive, while still providing challenging training that pushes you to get better.
I’ve had a great experience at Freestyle Fighting Academy. I originally joined because I wanted to challenge myself, learn self defense, and develop skills that I can one day pass down and teach to my son. I recently graduated from the Intro Class, and it was extremely helpful in building my technique, endurance, and confidence while also being a great workout. Coach Brian has been awesome throughout the entire process. He’s patient, supportive, and takes the time to make sure you understand the techniques and continue improving. One of the things I appreciate most about the gym is the camaraderie. Everyone is supportive of each other, and it really feels like a team environment where everyone pushes each other to get better. Graduating from the Intro Class is just the beginning for me, and I’m excited to keep learning, challenging myself, and progressing in my training. Definitely recommend Freestyle Fighting Academy to anyone looking to get into MMA, learn self-defense, or simply push themselves to become better.
FFA has completely changed my life. I am so much stronger and confident in my body and mind. I am currently recovering from myalgic encephalomyelitis and spent years in a wheelchair. The environment that FFA has created has been instrumental in my recovery. The coaches are some of the best that I have worked with in my athletic career and they are respectful, understanding, and patient, while also managing to push you further than you thought was possible. The community within this gym is so supportive and wants to see you grow, learn, and achieve your goals. It is also important that as a woman in this sport, I feel incredibly safe and supported in this gym. Thank you FFA!
I have been training here since I was 13 years old and this place has been my home ever since. The coaches and staff are all amazing. The Individual attention towards each student is something that stood out and still stands out to me till this day. I have been able to develop some amazing fighting and life skills which I will carry with me for my whole life. Would recommend
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Place was fire Benji was really cool
Best gym I have had the pleasure of training in! From Day 1's to blackbelts, there is something for everyone!
FFA is one of south Florida's premier MMA gyms. They have great coaches that take the time to show you proper form and technique. It's a safe environment where beginners and pros can train together without intimidation. FFA is open almost around-the-clock has classes starting early as 6 AM and Until late night.... also has kids classes and women's boot camp. This place has everything...
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Great intro class for beginners, coach Brian is awesome.
Took the intro class with Coach Brian and now i’m in the CAP program, the coaches are great
Awsome gym. 24/7 open. Great coaches with a lot of experience and really good at teaching. I have been training at this gym for a while now and I just signed up for unlimited classes. This way I'll improve faster and with better results. Intro classes with coach Brian were great! Super important for MMA basics!
My son started at Freestyle Fighting Academy two years ago, and seeing how much he enjoyed it motivated me to give it a try myself. Four months ago, I joined the Intro Program with Coach Brian, and it has been one of the best decisions I’ve made. I was recently invited to CAP and now train with both Coach Brian and Coach Edgar. They create a positive, supportive environment while constantly pushing you to improve. Every class is challenging, but it’s also a lot of fun, and I leave feeling stronger and more confident each time. Whether you’re looking for a great place for your kids or you’re thinking about starting your own martial arts journey, I highly recommend Freestyle Fighting Academy. The coaches and the community make it an amazing place to train.
My son started at Freestyle Fighting Academy when he was 5½ years old, and he absolutely loves it! His coaches, Cami, Krystal, and Edgar, are incredibly patient, encouraging, and do an amazing job teaching discipline, confidence, respect, and self-defense while making every class fun. I recently joined the Women’s Bootcamp with Coach Lorraine because I wanted to become more active and build strength, and it’s been such a great experience! The women are so welcoming, supportive, and encouraging, making it easy to stay motivated. Freestyle Fighting Academy has been a wonderful place for our family, and I highly recommend it to anyone looking for a positive and supportive environment for both kids and adults!
I’ve been going here for about 2 months 1/2, i did tuesdays and Thursdays with coach brain in the MMA intro classes, genuinely a great guy you can tell he’s passionate about what he does in the way he teaches and you can tell as well that he actually cares about his students and whether or not they actually learn. Originally i was turned off a bit by the gym because of some of the reviews, wasn’t sure if i should go for it but it was the only 24/7 mma gym i could find. 10000% no regrets, you make a lot of friends, everybody is friendly, everybody is willing to teach you and learn. They also don’t just focus on the people doing competitions, they focus on everyone, no matter if you’re white belt or black belt. What i enjoy and what i’d assume a lot of people want as well, i enjoy the long grappling sessions usually in class since they’re a decent amount of people you will improve a lot and usually when you grapple with black belts or brown belts or just higher belt levels, they actually teach you along the way. If you’re looking for a gym with a good vibe and people and you genuinely want to learn and get good/do competitions I’d highly recommend this MMA gym.
amazing place and the workers are super nice
Great place to learn MMA. My coach Brian is excellent teaching new students, he makes sure students learn well and treats everyone with respect. Everyone is well mannered and friendly. I strongly recommend this place!!
Amazing environment with such a welcoming atmosphere. I completed the intro program with Coach Brian, who was incredible super relatable and knows exactly how to push you beyond the limits you think you have, even when your mind is telling you to quit. Now that I’m in the CAP program, I can already see my skills improving every day. Big thanks to all the coaches and teammates for making this experience so motivating, rewarding, and fun.
Freestyle Fighting Academy has been an incredible experience since I started training there in March. All of the coaches, including Coach Brian who I started with, are knowledgeable, welcoming, and truly invested in helping you improve regardless of your experience level. The camaraderie among the team makes the environment motivating and enjoyable I’ve really appreciated the opportunity to consistently live spar and wrestle while continuing to learn and grow. It’s a great atmosphere for anyone serious about martial arts, fitness, and personal development.
I’ve been training MMA here for about 2 years now and it’s honestly one of the best decisions I’ve made. The coaching staff is amazing and really care about helping everyone improve whether you’re a beginner or experienced. I’ve grown a ton here especially in Brazilian Jiu jitsu and overall MMA.
I trained at FFA for 3 years and it is easily the best MMA gym in South Florida, I cannot recommend it enough! The coaches are respectful, incredibly experienced, and phenomenal trainers and people. Whatever your goals are, you can get the experience there: whether it’s simply training for self-defense or wanting to fight professionally. Huge bonus I noticed was that there’s always plenty of girls in the classes which made starting out alot less scary. I also highly recommend the CAP Lite class with Coach Kevin, awesome class!
A Must-Train Gym in Miami If you're ever in Miami and serious about martial arts, the Freestyle Fighting Academy FFA is a place you need to visit. I make it a point to get a session in every time I'm in town, and it never disappoints. What sets this gym apart isn't just the credentials on paper — it's how that knowledge translates onto the mats. Marcos is the real deal as both a competitor and an instructor. He's a 2005 ADCC US Trials champion with numerous national grappling titles to his name, an undefeated MMA record, and that pedigree shows in the quality of instruction. The classes are excellent — structured, technical, and with a great energy on the floor. Highly recommend. Anytime I'm in Miami, FFA is on the schedule. It's that good.
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What a great experience it has been training at this gym! Based on my two years of attending FFA I can confidently say that I have grown as person; mentally and physically I am able to overcome many obstacles all thanks to the discipline & tactics I’ve been taught to incorporate in my everyday life! I love this gym and would highly recommend it to anyone willing to give martial arts a shot!
Been coming here for almost 2 years, 6 days a week. Place is clean, coaches are great, and it's got a great community!
Marcos Avellan and the Freestyle Academy are far more than just a mixed martial arts gym. I trained and fought out of this gym from 2009 to 2018, and during that time Marcos taught me much more than MMA. He instilled leadership, discipline, public speaking, accountability, and management skills that I still carry with me today. I truly credit much of my personal and professional success in the fire department to the lessons I learned under his guidance. The environment Marcos creates is built on hard work, responsibility, dedication, and self-improvement. If you are considering martial arts for yourself or your children, this is the place to go. Not only will you learn effective martial arts and improve your physical fitness, but you will also develop valuable life skills that help shape character and build confidence both inside and outside the gym.
I've been at ffa for 3-4 months now and I couldn't recommend it enough. I've never been into a sport until now and was super nervous coming into it but the people and the coaches here made it such a wonderful experience. I took my intro class with Coach Brian and he's awesome overall. I just recently started in the CAP program and can already see improvement! The community here is great and so are all the coaches. Hope you try it out!!
My time with Freestyle Fighting Academy has been great. Since it was my first actual mma gym experience, I was nervous when I first joined but after training here consistently for 2 months and being invited to the cap program I can confidently say that this is the place for me. I’ve met good training partners that create a healthy training environment with each training session and coaches that push me past my limits and inspire even further growth in me. If you’re looking for a good MMA gym, you will not be disappointed with Freestyle Fighting academy
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FFA is an amazing martial arts school with an excellent and caring staff. Also an amazing and respectful culture!!!! If you’re looking to join a martial arts program I highly recommend FFA. I have been training there for more than 2 yrs, and my daughter is coming up 6 months. The cap program is top notch and has completely changed my life and mindset!!!!!
Honestly i almost didn’t go because of some bad reviews, and just uncertainty because i’m extremely new, never did any martial arts ever in my life but if you really want to get into MMA, this gym is perfect, it has everything you need for strength and endurance training. The coaches there are super cool, very knowledgeable and overall just good guys. And the people there are cool as well i was a bit intimidated at first cause i’ve never done anything like this before but even walking in i was treated with respect and kindness, which although is the bare minimum, you’d be surprised how mean people can be especially in florida, one thing i will say though if you’re new and want to do classes you need to book an appointment the day before, after that i would say if you’re like me and you’re new or just want to get into mma, this place is a good choice.
Started around 3 months ago in the adult beginner class with coach Brian, highly recommend great class learned a lot if you’re interested in MMA there’s no better place to go. Great coach, great staff, all around great.
Great academy with a very professional and motivating environment. The training is high quality and you can tell they really care about your progress. Coach Brian helped me a lot when I was just starting, his patience and knowledge made a big difference and helped me build a strong foundation.
This place is great for both experienced and new people who want to train. Coaches are friendly and understanding.
I’ve been training at FFA for about 3 months now and it’s been an amazing experience. Honestly what first drew me to the gym was the 24-hour access and the caliber of coaches. I went through the intro program with Coach Brian, who is awesome, he’s very relatable and knows how to push you past what you think your limit is, even when your mind says you’re done. Now I’m in the CAP program and I can feel my skills improving every day. Huge shoutout to all the coaches and my teammates for making this such a fun, motivating, and rewarding journey.
I’ve had a very good experience with the CAP program at ffa. The program is well structured and clearly designed to improve conditioning, endurance, and performance. The coaches are knowledgeable and supportive, and the training environment has a focused but positive vibe. CAP is a solid program for anyone serious about improving and even preparing to compete.
I was in the intro to MMA class with Coach Brian and definitely recommend the gym to anyone who’s looking to get into MMA. All of the coaches know what they’re talking about and want you to get better, their Combat Athlete Program is a huge step forward in anyone’s training and I’m looking forward to continuing working on my MMA skills with FFA
Been training at this gym for 4 months now and it’s been amazing. The staff is great and I definitely recommend training at this gym
100% recommend. I've been training there for about 6 months. I started with little to no experience in MMA, and I've learned so much so far. Coaches, staff, and classmates have all been amazing; they truly care about your progress. Especially with Coach Brian, he's been fantastic.
Great academy!!! If you are thinking on start doing martial arts , this the best scenario to start. Coach Brian makes your intro to this world more easier. Don’t think about it too much and give it a chance.
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I'm so glad I joined this gym. The coaches are great and the environment is very welcoming. I came in with very little knowledge about MMA, but feel like I have already learned so much in a short time. I love that the gym is open 24/7 and offers late night classes. The late night training classes with Coach Brian are awesome ! The classes are typically smaller which I like and Coach Brian has helped me learn so much ! Love FFA !
This place welcomed me with open arms after my friend introduced me to the gym, really disciplined environment. Great mannerisms in the front desk.
This is the absolute best gym and fighting academy in Miami. There is no comparison. We have personally collaborated, known and shared many great experiences with Marcos and Rima, and the entire FFA Family, and can say that in all honestly they run a supreme operation. The facility is not only clean, neat, and very inviting, and in a welcoming and inviting family atmosphere that is suitable for all ages and for all members of the family, but their steady and consistent commitment to customer service and snaking the client feel like a part of the family is unbeatable. Real training and real life changing results is what you will find at FFA. Over the years, we have enjoyed being a part of the FFA family ourselves, with family and friend training at the facility as well as our designated gym for our El Toro Loco MMA fighters who train here day in. And day out. If you are looking for a place to train, learn martial arts, stay fit, and even self defense training…look no further because this is the place for you.
I recently attended a sales training led by Marcos Avellan at Freestyle Fighting Academy, and it was nothing short of outstanding. From start to finish, the experience was both professional and inspiring. Marcos has a unique ability to break down complex sales strategies into clear, actionable steps, and his teaching style kept everyone engaged and motivated. The atmosphere at Freestyle Fighting Academy itself added to the experience. The school is spacious, well-maintained, and radiates a sense of discipline and excellence. You can immediately tell that it’s a place built on passion and dedication. The staff are not only highly skilled in martial arts but also incredibly welcoming and supportive, making every participant feel valued and encouraged. What impressed me most was how seamlessly Marcos connected the principles of martial arts—focus, discipline, and perseverance—with sales training. It wasn’t just about learning techniques; it was about building confidence and mindset. I walked away with practical tools I could apply immediately, and a renewed sense of motivation. If you’re looking for a professional, high-quality training experience in a truly unique environment, I cannot recommend Marcos Avellan and Freestyle Fighting Academy enough. This was a five-star experience in every way!
I want to give a huge shoutout to Marco Avellan for the incredible sales training. I’ve had a lot of sales experience over the years, but this was by far the best training I’ve ever attended. His approach is powerful, practical, and easy to apply immediately. What really stood out is that it wasn’t just about sales, it was about retention, communication, confidence, leadership, and building long-term success. I’m 100% sure this training will help our school grow in every direction. Hands down an amazing experience. If you ever get the chance to attend one of his sales training for your school, do it ! it’s worth it!!
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This gym is beatiful with great equipment and super helpful staff. Ive only ever met friendly and helpful people in here, I’m extremely happy I found this place, I can’t see myself training anywhere else.
Coach Brain is very thorough and makes sure everyone in the class is locked in at all times. This gym has given me more than I could have ever imagined. Highly recommend.
I usually don’t write many reviews but I think this one is a special one. I really wanted to thank One of the coaches here Jose Cáceres for all the help and all the mentorship in the time I was at FFA. Although I couldn’t stay for too much longer due to my new job being far away, I learned enough that I was able to defend my girlfriend in the beach one week ago when somebody else disrespected her and touched her without consent. Besides from that all the help and patience that he provided, It was one of the best experiences I’ve had with a coach, and I’ve played other sports all my life. The best lesson he thought me was actually learn to fight so you can avoid more fights, but when there’s no other choice, you can be ready for it, and that’s exactly what happened. Once again thankyou so much for all the help. And 100% for sure I will be coming back to FFA as soon as my schedule gets a little better and will always recommend this gym and Jose.
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Great gym with great instructors
The intro to MMA class with Coach Brian was absolute phenomenal! I have successfully graduated from that class to their more advanced CAP program and am having a great time so far! Highly recommend!
great gym with even greater people. I am currently in the CAP program after attending the intro class with coach Brian. Coach Brian is well informed on mixed martial arts and provided insight throughout every class and instructed the class with lots of knowledge and experience.
I’m currently taking classes with coaches Brian and Jose. This gym has everything I was looking for. Good classes, good coaches putting effort for you to learn. Fantastic in every aspect. By the way I was promoted this month… if I did you can do it as well
Just started a free trial at this FFA gym and was really impressed. Jose Caceres gave me a detailed walkthrough and training demo—he was super enthusiastic, knowledgeable, and made me feel welcome right away. Great energy and a solid first experience. Looking forward to coming back!
Fantastic Gym filled with great coaches just graduated out of coach Brians class I can say with full confidence I am a better fighter since taking that first class
The intro program was really fire thanks to coach Brian for the patience and lessons
Just called and im blown away incredibly amazing service and offers
Coach Alexandra Perez has made me feel welcomed here at FFA since the moment I joined. She is an amazing person who cares about her students and reaching their goals. There's no gym in Florida that can compare to FFA because of the coaches and their ambition to drive you to the best you can be mentally and physically. I highly recommend taking personal classes from Coach Alex because she really takes each of her students seriously and treats them equally and goes beyond all to make sure you feel comfortable and welcome. FFA is an amazing school and a great community for anyone in all levels of their mma journey.
The facility is spotless, well-organized, and fully equipped with everything you need, Coach Brian has a unique ability to break down complex techniques in a way that makes them understandable and immediately applicable, whether you're brand new or more experienced. Training with Coach Edgar has been a game-changer for me. His kickboxing classes are intense, focused, and incredibly rewarding. Every session pushes me to my limits, but in the best possible way. I haven’t trained directly under Coach Jose yet, but he’s already had a really positive impact on my experience at the gym. He’s always super friendly and encouraging, even when I’m not in his class. always bringing good energy and a great attitude makes the gym feel way more welcoming and im looking forward to taking his classes next! Overall AMAZING community, staff, and environment!
Coach Brian is an incredible MMA coach—knowledgeable, motivating, and truly dedicated to his students’ growth. He breaks down techniques clearly, pushes you to your limits, and creates a supportive training environment. Highly recommend!
Coach Brian is excellent, such an amazing class, 100 % recommend it. He is very good at explaining the exercises and helping you feel comfortable and confident learning!
Excellent instruction and really positive environment! The facility is impeccable and has everything you need. In addition to the top-notch curriculum, I loooove that there’s open mat every day for additional training. Whether you want to train recreationally, learn self defense, or fight people for sport, I’d recommend this gym to everybody.
I take my son to the Sunday’s 2 year old classes and I find it a great way to introduce him to the MMA world. I see his attention and skills improving after every class. Absolutely would recommend it to any parent looking for a disciplinary activity for their little ones!
Was in Miami for the week on vacation and stopped in to train. The gym is set up very nice and everyone was really helpful/respectful. Will definitely visit again next time I’m in Miami.
Used to train here back in 2006 2007 they still had the 30 day free trial back then too ... David and Marcos are great guys ... I know enough to get by and handle myself if need be after that ..very much appreciated!!
Wondeful gym. Incredible friendly atmosphere. Trainers are very knowledgeable and encouraging. I highly recommend this gym whether you want to compete or just train for fitness. Try coach Jose Caceres jiu jitsu class for amazing knowledge.
Wondeful gym. Incredible friendly atmosphere. Trainers are very knowledgeable and encouraging. I highly recommend this gym whether you want to compete or just train for fitness.
As a current FFA student, I’ve recently been promoted from grey belt to white belt which means I’m officially in the cap program! I’m excited for what the future has for me. But it would feel wrong for me not to give praise to my sensei, coach Jose aka the fresh prince of Kendall! Not to brag but my coach has put previous UFC welterweight champion Kamaru Usman in a rear naked choke to give him his first loss of only 4 losses in his career. Wow what a feat! He’s been patient with me throughout the last 5-6 months during the intro classes which I really appreciate. It feels amazing to learn something new with every class I attend. I really am grateful to have one heck of a martial artist as my instructor!
Overall amazing experience. Coaches were super nice and explained everything super well. In just a few weeks I saw great improvement in my skills and I definitely enjoyed every second at the academy!
This place is fantastic. I wish I could stay here but have other obligations to tend to for now. I hope to return here again in the future once things settle down a bit for me.
The Friday am grappling class is fantastic. I was a little nervous coming in as a woman with only a little experience with gi jiu jitsu, but I truly felt like I was in good hands. Comprehensive warmup, clearly explained drills, and lots of feedback from the coach. If you are thinking about training here please don’t hesitate- Freestyle Fighting is the real deal!
Had an amazing experience at this gym. Leo was fantastic at getting me checked in quickly and showing me around the facilities. They have everything you could ever desire in a gym. The environment is supportive and friendly, you can tell the genuinely want you to do your best and are there to help you achieve that. 10/10 will definitely be back!!!
This is a really good place. The equipment they have here is really good my most favorite equipment is the wooden thing they have against the ring.
After taking a 14-year hiatus from practicing Karate, I decided to try my hand at MMA and joined Freestyle Fighting Academy. I couldn't have made a better choice! The coaches, Marcos, Erick, and Edgard, are among the best in Miami and its surrounding areas. I highly recommend this gym to everyone, whether or not you have previous martial arts experience. So give it a go, and you won't be disappointed.
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Parents, I'll keep it short. Putting my child in MMA has been one of the best decisions I have ever made. Teens nowadays are very sensitive, have a lot of self-emotions and spend way too much time on the phone. I have seen firsthand all the positive changes. Even when it rains my "teen" doesn't want to miss it lol. I couldn’t be more grateful to the whole staff/teams/coaches even to those teens that attend. Thank you. Here we go, round 2nd!! P.S. I would give my last penny for my child’s wellbeing.
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I want to go back
If you want a fun, challenging, and an awesome class that's sure to make you sweat, you have found the right place! The instructors were awesome and the venue was 👍 Highly recommended you will be using every muscle group possible! Bring a towel! Thank you FFA for a wonderful class❤️❤️❤️
Best coaches ever! My 11 year old has gained so much from this academy! Including myself with personal defense classes!
The teens classes are amazing I recommend the gym ti everyone
I recommend ffa for greatness to bring out the best version of yourself!
best gym ive been to i recommend this gym for beginners and advanced
Amazing gym full of experience instructors
This is the best place I could have my kid learning MMA thanks to the awesome coaches!
Muy feliz con las clases mi niño está muy contento y a aprendiendo muchoo
This is THE best gym I have ever been to. I’m not a particularly athletic person, but coming to this MMA gym has changed my life. The classes are taught by the most amazing, down to earth, knowledgeable people that are professionals in the sport. I never thought I’d be able to do something like this, but coaches Edgard and Eric really got me out of my comfort zone and have taught me so much. The people from the classes are also amazing and take time to help and teach you moves. If you think you can’t do something intense like MMA but like the idea of it— just go for it. You won’t regret it. I definitely don’t.
Best school for MMA, you will be well rounded & the conditioning gets your shirt completely drenched. Coach Erik & Edgard will get you right. 💪🏼
Best gym 🔥🔥🔥
One of my favorite places to train! amazing gym for gaining confidence and getting in shape, would recommend to anyone of any age, gender, or skill level, you will be better when you leave than when you come in!
FFA helps students learn from all levels. From Eric’s intro class to Jason’s Nd Edgar’s advanced class. Instructors at FFA implement both time and patience to all these students, regardless of age and gender. If you want to get away from sports Jiu Jitsu and learn how to actually fight, then FFA is the dojo for you. No quitters allowed.
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FFA has a great mma program for kids. It teaches discipline, social skills along with self-defense. Coach Eric has the patience and the knowledge to teach all of the kids.
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Amazing gym super recommend this gym to everyone
He is a very good teacher and I recommend him
Ever since I started training here I’ve gained alot of confidence and I’ve become more disciplined and mature I highly recommend training here, the coaches really put their time and effort into every student and it has been a very positive experience.
Excellent environment for MMA for kids. Very good job of coaches Ninja, Erick, Ana and Angelica. Excelente ambiente para las Artes Marciales Mixtas para los niños. Muy buen trabajo de los entrenadores Ninja, Erick, Ana y Angelica.
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Great place for kids, coaches take time to explain and build confidence in the kids. Special thanks to the coaches that are taking care of my little princes, Thanks to coach Eric, Ana, and Chelsea
This gym is outstanding! My grandson has been there for around 6 years. I am very grateful for all coaches that are very professional, disciplined, respectful and hard workings. He is engaged with MMA, but this wouldn’t be possible without Coach Che and FFA staff members.
Great coaches, awesome environment full of positive vibes.
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Amazing gym, classes are great the coaching staff are awesome!
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The gym is great and you will learn a lot
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Been training here for a few years now. Great coaches great energy and most important…knowledge. Excelente striking and jiu-jitsu !!! And a month free!!!! Recommended 100%
Such an amazing gym with an amazing culture. Shout out to coach Eric for being great!
This gym has been the best gym I have been too, amazing staff and coaches
Shoutout to coach Erick always bring good energy
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Best mma gym in Miami. Great environment, great coaches and training partners, everything you need is here!
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Amazing world class coaches! Worth every penny. Highly recommend for beginners and advanced practioners alike.
Amazing coaches , staff , environment I recommend this gym
amazing place !!
Great school, very professional, kids not only learn fighting skills but discipline . My kid is doing great and has improved tremendously.
I started bringing my second son here about 4 years ago. He has a lot of difficulty with changes and new things, so needless to say, while we knew this was what he wanted he still had a very hard time opening up and integrating himself. What made this experience so wonderful was the fact that each coach (especially coach Eric and Ninja) and had so much love and patience with him that I could never thank them enough. My other two boys are now in the MMA program as well and the discipline and self confidence that they have gained (aside from so many other things) is astounding. Everyone here is truly like family and we’re so glad to be a part of it.
Dedication, experience, great staff coach Eric and Che are the best.
The Staff at FFA is extremely friendly and welcoming. The instructors Che, Marcos, Jason, Edgard, Chelsea, and Eric are extremely knowledgeable, make it easy to learn, fun, and provide a great workout.
We have been members of this gym for 3 years and it has been great. As a beginner coach Erick helped me and was a great teacher. Would recommend him as a coach.
Amazing gym with phenomenal coaches! No place I rather be than in this gym 👊🏽
amazing community to be a part of. the classes are amazing, as well as the coaches, they are nothing but supportive and want the best for you.
Lost 60 plus pounds coming here. Best place to train
Awesome gym, intense workout, you get right into it Bible studies #ifyouknowyouknow
Best gym
I recommend coach erik’s classes. he gets you excited, tired, and helps you improve your fighting skills. don’t expect him to go easy, and don’t make him mad, if you do he’ll come for you.. with exercises of course..maybe. anyways yeah amazing program if you want to learn self defense, lots of amazing coaches and students, and coach Edgard’s classes are amazing, he teaches you the best moves and explains step by step. overall, amazing academy, def recommend. #selfdefense #freestylefightingacademy #hardworkpaysoff #heiscomingforyou #amazing #awesome #exercise (btw coach erik isn’t going after you. he’ll just make you do 50 burpees :3)
This gym is good the coaches teach well and care about all their students
Good coaches and good learning experience
Great coaches, dedicated students, and awesome team.
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Awesome coaches😎
10/10 gym. The MMA practice here is amazing. Coach Eric pushed me every time and he is very helpful. I love coming here to train and become my best self.
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This gym is my first mma gym I’ve been to and both the employees and coaches have been amazing.The atmosphere is really good and they have all the equipment necessary. Marco Gutierrez
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This is my first time doing any type of martial arts and in these few weeks I’ve learned so much. The coaches are amazing and they help you become the best version of yourself. I really recommend it
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FFA is the best gym in town maybe in the world go try it out
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Amazing gym I recommend this gym to everyone, been to different gym none compare to ffa
Definitely recommend, will add a 6th star if drums are removed from the exercise list :(
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I come here and i learn a-lot about fighting and defending myself i fell safer when i’m out with friends or at school i recommend this place
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This academy is so cool and the coaches are awesome and chill
All coaches are great, especially coach Eric. It takes time but you will learn here how to defend yourself. It’s a good place to practice.
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erics class so good 🥬😈🙏💪🏿
it’s a great academy with amazing coaches
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Great gym, anything you need or want to learn you can, it has the best coaches and the classes touch on everything you could possibly want to learn, discipline and consistency will take you as far as your willing to go here.
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Coach Eric is the best, had a lot of fun training and practicing techniques. I kept looking forward to it every week. Best fighting gym in gym.
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We are super happy with the progress our child has learned a lot about complete self-defense. we are calmer because he can defend himself.
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Great gym. My daughter loves to come and train every week with her friends.
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Best place ever!
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Freestyle Fighting Academy is one of the best gyms in the south west Miami area. Coaches are incredibly hands on and very knowledgeable. My son participates in the teen program. He is extremely happy with all the experience and knowledge that he is receiving. I strongly recommend.
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Excellent place !
amazing gym great classes and great coaches
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The gym is nice, what i love about it is that it’s open 24/7 so you can come whenever you want. the coaches are cool and they have tough love methods which helps push you to learn
This gym is amazing it has taught me many things and has helped me through my life. My favorite coach there is Coach Erik because he shows that really cares about me and has helped me through my problems.
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Been training here for 6 months with Coach Che. It’s been a great experience, people aren’t trying to rip your head off but we focus much on technique. Great workout
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This gym is great!!! The coaches are knowledgeable at there craft and teach awesome!! Erick has been amazing, I’ve learned a lot from him!! I highly recommend this gym!!
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I have been attending mma at free style fighting academy next to FIU and coach Eric has been super supportive and receiving a great training ..!!
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Best free style fighting gym out there, always clean and great energy shout out to all the staff especially coach eric
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This is a very high quality gym. It’s a great place if you want to train hard. The coaches are great, especially coach Erick. -Keivin Domínguez
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Coach Eric will make you go from zero to hero! 10/10 teaching, 10/10 community, 10/10 mma gym. 👍🏼
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Great and clean gym, Have been training for almost 1 year. Would recommend to anyone who loves. Coach Eric is my first coach and I would highly recommend his intro class. Very nice and professional coach with a lot of knowledge. Wei Li.
Its a great and fun place to workout at.
great gym, great staff, erick is the best coach in the gym -santi
this gym has great coaches hard working eric is my favorite coach he pushes to do better and become a better person
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I’ve been a student at FFA for about less than a year now. I’ve been to different gym but none of them have compared to FFA. I recommend coach Ericks classes, he’s one of the best coaches there. This Jay Vargas from FFA classes
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Amazing people, staff and coaches. I look forward to coming everyday to train with Master Che. Hes truly amazing and inspirational. Who says girl cant fight!! Join us at MMA-Great energy!
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I have been training here since November 2021 and have had nothing but positive experiences. The coaches (specifically Coach Che) have helped me grow and progress physically and mentally. The camaraderie you build in these classes as you all push each other to achieve your goals is one of a kind!!
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I love the coaches here
The women’s only boot camp class is unlike any workout I’ve ever done before. The equipment is clean and new, the people are sweet and supportive, and the instructors are smart, funny and very inspirational. I am lucky to be apart of such a wonderful gym community.
Wicked class, Richard at the front desk and everyone else was super friendly. Did the mma 6pm class and had some nice grappling and gnp. Was only visiting Miami and would definitely drop by again when I come back!
I must say ffa is great gym to train mma took 30 day trail really enjoy experience more than other mma/boxing gyms been to in past Ended up signing up after trial haven't been disappointed the classes are challenging and push you to be better version of yourself The staff is also great at communication to how things work at gym and run things professionally The gym is also open 24/7 so if you're person like me with a wacky schedule you can come late hit the bags and or work with a teammate Overall I give ffa five star rating because I its been a positive, challenging and rewarding experience to be able to train at this facility with the team
Great place and very helpful
I learned nearly everything I know from Master Marcos and David. They care so much about their students. FFA is a world class martial arts gym ran by world class people. Thank you for everything you did for me on and off the mats.
Javi the instructor is a great teacher and a cool guy. Proper establishment
I came to Miami on vacation and wanted to get some training in. So I figured I’d come check out freestyle fighting academy since I heard good thing and have seen some excellent training videos with their instructors. From the second I came in everyone was extremely welcoming and I couldn’t have ask for a better experience. I got great training in over the time I was their in mma and they even through in some self defence tactics after class that I really enjoyed. I travel a lot for work so I’ve been to my share of different gyms where when they see a new guy pop in they don’t pay much attention to you. But while I was their I was treated like one of their own members and the instructors spent their time making sure I was doing the techniques properly. When ever I’m in Miami I’ll be coming back to this gym to train 100%!
I LOVE FFA.
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Amazing place, come here if you want to not only get in shape but feel the best you’ve ever felt. Also love the competitive options you have if you wish to do so.
Great academy to learn self defense and the 30 days free trial is for real!! No strings attached!
Staff is friendly and courteous, Instructor Tulio was very knowledgeable and made me feel welcomed. I will be signing up in the near future. Ask to be evaluated to see what level you should start, they have classes for beginners so no sweat if you have no experience. What I do suggest is to make sure your in some type of shape because the drills they have you do are similar to cross fit. If your looking to improve your self-defense skills I would highly recommend this school.
Staff is very personal and show genuine care for students and parents. Kevin is the utmost professional and problem solver.
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Train there many years ago, always visit when im in Miami world class instruction and very professional Academy.
Great experience at FFA! coaches were amazing and very helpful. Only stayed for a few months, but in the time I went i felt very welcomed. Best MMA gym in Miami
My 8 yr old son loves this gym. Great coaches and great facility
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Best gym in South Florida, for sure! Amazing coaches, fun place! You will always look forward to your next workout!
I recommend this school to any parent. The attention and hands on they have with their students is extraordinary. 👍👊
The instructors and staff at FFA are top notch. They help you focus on technique and discipline and push you within your limits. The confidence FFA inspires in their students and the positive vibe you feel when you walk into the gym resonates throughout the walls. Whether it's kickboxing or Jiu Jitsu, you will leave FFA with skill and knowledge. We are very fortunate to learn, grow, and strengthen ourselves through the FFA family.
After visiting about 6 karate schools in the area I chose FFA because of the kids MMA program which in my opinion teaches more real-world self defense. My daughter's coach is coach Che, and he's awesome! He's great at breaking things down and has awesome patience with the kids!! Hes also very motivating! I definitely recommend this place especially if your child is a beginner. What they learn first is what they'll always remember :)
Absolutely love this academy! The facility is amazing and the coaching & instruction are top notch, you will not find a better MMA gym in Miami period! The best part about this school is that it can accommodate anyone from someone that has never trained in the martial arts who just wants to get in shape to the mma fighter that wants to get to the highest level and everyone in between!!! If you are looking for a place to train mixed martial arts.... don't bother to look any further SERIOUSLY! Get in, check them out & get started right away!
very knowledgeable, and very nice instructors. They have a lot of patience to work with you and teach you the correct form and steps for any type of technique we are working on. This is awesome school. Instructors I've been there very long time and have competed in the past. Especially coach Che has helped me out to become more knowledgeable in self-defense
FFA is a great gym and the instructors there are great! Very friendly and welcoming staff that is good for kids, adults, and professionals. Anyone near Miami, Florida head to FFA!
If you want to learn how to defend yourself, this is the place to go. Look for Coach David!
The customer service and knowledge is A++. Even when you call on the phone they are so nice. They take their time to get to know their clients and build their family. Excellent place and wonderful individuals!!!!
"Great place, highly recommended."
This is probably the best academy to go to. The instructors are really good, they know what they are doing and are good role models to learn from. Here you can learn a lot and grow mentally and physically as a MMA fighter.
Excellent gym for kids and adults. Professionals and very good working with kids.
I was a member there for 3 years and absolutely loved it. I was in the best shape of my life and felt the best during my time there. It is a family environment and everyone there pushes you to your max.
They are very thorough in explaining. Very cautious to make sure you get injured but still push your boundaries to make sure you improve. Definitely an amazing experience in this gym and everyone is very friendly and nice. Like a huge family.
I've been coaching UFC fighters at an elite level for almost 15 years. Dominic Cruz was our first UFC champion and is widely regarded as one of the greatest fighters ever in MMA. My first UFC fighter was Brandon "The Truth" Vera. I've had a Mma school in Maryland for the last 19 years and I'm telling you right now..... FFA is a world class academy! Whenever I'm in Miami this is where I train and where I send my athletes to train. They have classes for adults and kids! Best of all they offer a 30 day trial program for all of their classes. Do yourself a favor and take their free trial.
One of the greatest experiences of my life . They treated me like family. Cant wait to get back to do some training.
Great gym to do kickboxing and to get in shape. I've been working out here over 2 years, I can honestly say it has changed my life. I was 40lbs over weight when I came in and now I'm living a healthy lifestyle and I'm back to my normal weight.
Best MMA gym I have been too. The instructors teach so that every thing is very understandable.
Amazing school. Trained there for many years and they will always be part of my family. Wicho
FFA has been one of the best gyms I have been to in the world and that's a true statement. From the coaches teaching top notch techniques to the size and equipment in the gym. I recommend everyone to try this gum because there is something for everyone and every age. Oss
If you are looking to get into the sport of MMA or just get into better shape and health, I would recommend Freestyle Fighting Academy. I have am an aspiring MMA fighter and have trained at many different academies throughout the US and non have left such a positive impression as FFA. Their staff was very friendly from the moment I walked in. The coaches were very knowledgeable and professional, learned a lot of great techniques that I still incorporate into my training to this day. I believe that FFA is the best academy in Miami, I can’t wait for my next visit.
Nothing but good things to say bout this place, especially Che he gave me my introduction was always very helpful and great with the students! Check it out for yourselves you won't be dissapointed! Ossss
Ive been training at the freestyle fighting academy for 6 months now and its helped me a lot with my jiu jitsu and self defense. I deffinitly suggest people come try it out.
The Instructors are great and give very awesome classes to be apart of or just to watch.
I come to FFA to wrestle, my instructor Edgard looks like Conor Mcgregor but he wrestles like Dan Henderson. He teaches great classes and I'm very happy to be there
This gym is by far the cleanest and family oriented gym in the world that I know!
Freestyle Fighting Academy is one of the best if not the best gym in South Florida. All the coaches and staff really put all their time and effort in it she teaching you so that you could improve everyday. You can excel in anything from self defense, mixed martial arts, all the way to the women's fitness boot camp. The women's fitness boot camp is amazing, my fiance completely changed her life around and has felt better and more motivated than ever before. I would definitely recommend the class to all women .
Great environment for kids. All the coaches are excellent.
I have been at FFA for quite some time and I love everything that u have learned! I have had too if the line coaches such as coach Edgar and coach Napoleon!! They take the time to show you proper technique and if you have any questions outside the curriculum they still take the time to teach about it! Best mma gym around!
A great gym that takes the time for people who are beginners learn new material and helps them in any way nessecary. -Diana Castrillon
The staff are very welcoming, friendly and professional. The instructor coach Che treats all students with respect and integrity. My son has been part of mix Martial Arts for over a year now. "He loves it and has a great time." A great place that offers opportunities to continue growth in FFA.
highly recommended. Great place to learn #coachcheforpresident
Best place learn MMA I would highly recommend it to everyone ..come and try it .
I walked into FFA about 14 years ago to challenge myself with absolutely no knowledge of martial arts other than what I had seen on tv and on early UFC video tapes. I signed up and I remember Marcos Avellan calling me the night before my class to hype me up, and I could not sleep of how excited I was. I share this because it is because of that kind of care and love for MMA that the Avellan brothers have, that had me going back. FFA showed me lessons in life that as a 38 years young man, I carry everyday. Being a martial artist is much more than a left hook, its a way of life and I owe alot to FFA for teaching me not only how to right high kick someone into next year, but also how to respect and live a life with confidence and as a true martial artist. Leave your ego at the door and go to FFA today!
Excellent School, they are very professional and take the time to teach the kids properly, we decided to take our kid to this academy because they well known for the Knowledge on Mix Martial Arts , we have other Schools near our home but this Academy it's worth the drive, my kid love it and I see a lot of Improvement, I will recommend this Academy to any friends or business Associates.
I've had the opportunity of training at FFA and i can tell you it was a great experience. I'm a Jiu-jitsu Black Belt, and an Instructor in Houston Texas. I can tell you FFA ia perfect for anyone from a beginner to a Profesional fighter. Whatever your goal is the staff at FFA is always willing to help you reach your gaols!! Highly recommend training at FFA!!
My 10 year old loves this school. They have of plenty activities in the schools and out of school to. Very family oriented and have plenty of classes for all ages. So happy to be part of the FFA family
Greay place. Highly recommend them. -Chantel Burger
This is an amazing school! I have been training Martial arts for over 20 years and when I came to FFA the level of training was truely exceptional. They provide high level classes for both hobbiest and competitors alike. As a Jiu Jitsu black belt I feel confident knowing I can come into the studio and receive great training. Not to mention the atmosphere is so very warm and accepting of all students. If you are looking to get in shape, compete, or just try something new and fun I recommend FFA! I promise you won't be disappointed!!
Best MMA gym in south Florida! The instructors really know their stuff, and they bring directly from the source! They foster learning while not sacrificing a competitive environment. Free 30-day trial is legitimate, and you wouldn't want to train elsewhere afterwards.
Freestyle Fight Academy has a super fantastic training facility with top notch instructors. Check it out if you are a beginner, a pro, or anything in between.
This place is awesome. Open 24 . Awesome instructors. Awesome women Bootcamp. It's the real deal if you want to train MMA .
For the record, my name's Dion. However, I digress; I visited FFA approximately 4 years ago for a 5 day seminar. I was thoroughly impressed with not only how forth-coming and friendly everyone was, but also by how professional they were. They were extremely helpful and patient with any questions I had, and they were always smiling. Their level of skill and experience on the mats was also world class. All I can remember was having to stop over, and over again to ask each person how they did, what they did to me. This was after I had already been training everyday for a year and a half! I would definitely recommend this school to anyone in the area! Dion Wu
This is the best Martial Arts gym in Florida. I have been with them a couple of years now and I would never change them for any other gym. Great staff with tons of knowledge and they really care about you and what you learn. Also it is 24hrs!!! In every practice there is always a great pro fighter such as the dreamkiller giving great tips.
A Warm hearted group of men & women who love what they do and martial arts. Really hospital and invested into the art and the well being of the students. FFA is the place to pursue your goal Dean Smikle
The freestyle fighting academy is truly an education in mixed martial arts. I did much research on MMA gyms prior and checked them all out before making a decision but I could'nt find any to match up to the academy. It's a clean facility, and is managed very well with extremely credible staff who are very passionate about what they do. I joined and was there about 6 -8 months and learned very much In my little time there; if I ever return to Miami I would love to attend again and further my training. I do highly recommend it!
great gym! It's family oriented and very clean. The instructors and classes are awesome, it's something very cool to be a part of!
Si quieres entrenar como un verdadero atleta tienes que ir y vivir la experiencia. Son los mejores !!!!!
I loved training here. This is one of the best martial arts gyms I've trained in and certainly one of the best in Miami. The instructors are very personable and are top-notch in their knowledge and instruction. The learning environment was very professional and had a family feel to it. The owners of the gym are always trying to improve the company and are willing to work with you personally as a student. Also, it's open 24 hours!
I have been going here for 3 years. It is really fun and challenging. I learn a lot of techniques. The coaches are really nice and knowledgeable.
The Freestyle Fighting Academy is without a doubt one of the best academies on the east coast! If you're in Miami, and interested in MMA, you would be doing yourself a disservice if you don't drop in and see what FFA has to offer. Stop by and see what they're all about, I promise you'll be happy you did.
Best gym in Fl. Instructors are friendly and very helpful. Great hours. If you are a fighter perfect place to be. S/O to Edgard and Jason made me fill at home while I was in Florida! Francisco Isata
Great training environment, from beginners to professional. There's always trainers around to help you and guide you in the right direction. Overall excellent place to train. P.S. Coach Che not only was my coach but became a great friend who you can always count on.
FFA is very well run and the instruction is excellent, one of the most established schools in South Florida. They also have a great gun club, if you're interested in shooting they teach Concealed weapons and have access to a great outdoor range in Miami. If you have kids ask for Che, does a great job with them, he really holds them accountable for showing up and training
Love it everytime I visit. If you want great training in Miami, there is no place better!
Great place to train, also amazing coaches and great environment.
Great place to learn self defense! Great instructors and ego free environment.
They got one of the best coaches in Miami, Coach Che. They are great with kids, and make you feel like family. Really recommended.
FFA is the mekka of mma in miami started my mma career there and learned so much in process especially my grappling. Coming from a striking background im now 5-3 as a professional and 4 wins by submissions.shout out to Che Moreno one of best instructors around.
FFA is the best! Coach Che has trained me for years and you honestly just couldn't ask for better
Great place to train.
This place is amazing I have son Raul in it and he looks forward to every class. Coach che is fantastic with with the kids and a great trainer. I recommend this place for any age. Even my husband goes every morning. This is the place for MMA Ann more...!!!
This is the ONLY place I'll train at when I visit Miami! I'm a pro fighter so I know a good gym when I see one, and the best places have something for everyone. FFA has MMA, wrestling, striking, grappling, fitness, great instructors, and classes for all levels. Last time I was down there I went to the gun range with them and had an absolute blast! Training then straight to the range - nothing better.
No other Miami-Dade training academy is as dedicated or committed in bringing you the very best martial arts experience possible. Their instructors are more than qualified, often times traveling and training around the world with the sole purpose of taking what they've learned back to FFA so they can share it with their students. Freestyle Fighting Academy is a one-stop shop for MMA, self-defense, and fitness, I highly recommend it to anyone in the area.
Aka Blade.The best MMA and concealed weapons school in Florida. The only school that is open 24hrs. Shout out to Master Marcos Avellan and David Avellan. And the whole crew.
Ask for coach Che. Tried classes but I prefer one on one.
I loved my experience with FFA. My son trained with Coach Che and it was life changing for him. He learned so much more than MMA. I'm very grateful for FFA, the staff and coaches for all they did for my family!
Awesome gym! Would highly recommend.
Top Notch Instruction from a World Class Staff. It's great how they give 100 percent whether you want to just get in shape or want to be the next UFC Champ. I highly recommend this academy for anyone interested improving their overall quality of life, kid or adult.
The foundation of my MMA and BJJ experience and knowledge originated from FFA. Great coaches, instruction and teamwork were pivotal. Traveling a lot, I could come in at any time of the day since it was open 24 hours, 7 days a week. There was always someone to roll, strike or wrestle to become a better person. Many were ADCC champions, professional boxers and national ranked wrestlers. I learned a lot and it inspired me to become better every day no matter your age, attributes or limitations. Coach Che and others mentored me and every day would push me beyond limits I could not imagine for myself. The lessons were customized and personal. What I learned spilled over to my personal and professional life. Anytime I am in Miami, I make it a point to train with en elite group of athletes.
FFA is a great place to learn mixed martial arts. They have classes for kids, teens and Adults. Coach Che is excellent with the kids and teens, teaching them self defense, respect and discipline. No egos at this gym, just kind, friendly people that want to improve their skill set. They are open 24/7, they have a gym with weights, showers and locker room. They have the monthly curriculum online to help reinforce the learning of your technique's. The instructors are fantastic. Not only are they skilled in their craft, they have the ability to teach and breakdown techniques in a manner that makes it easy to learn. I love FFA.
If you are in the Miami area and want a change in your lifestyle, you need to check out this place. FFA and WOFB changed my life in many ways, and I'll always be grateful for it. Amazing coaches, fun place. You will always look forward to your workout.
FFA is an amazing location to learn MMA all the coaches are dedicated to push you to the next level. They focus on you and really personalize your experience with the them. Highly recommend to anyone to try them out.
Great place to learn fighting techniques! David Olivera is a great instructor and really dedicates the time for you to learn. Love it!
Best mixed martial arts gym in miami, FL check them out for anything kick boxing jiu-jitsu judo there awesome!!!!
This place the best. Good vibes and great teachers. Dejong Frank
Very informative. Very flexible as far as class availability and an excellent environment to sharpen or elevate your martial art techniques. Coach David is a phenomenal coach and he guides in the right direction, he's not overbearing and he allows you to make your own mistakes. It's all apart of the process
I had an incredible experience at this gym. The trainers worked very well with everyone and were all very knowledgeable. I had never experienced this type of gym before and I loved it. I would highly recommend it to anyone that is interested!!
Freestyle Fighting Academy is the best decision we've ever made. It was my brother in law who insisted to put my son in MMA. Since he's been there, my son has learned so much. From self defense, to respect and discipline. Coach Che is wonderful with the kids. He teaches them but also makes it fun. That to me means a lot because I want my son to learn, but also enjoy the sport. My son Johnathan, loves coach Che and for that we are great full.
one of the best decision I've done was to join ffa! best mma gym in Miami.
Been with them for about 11 years and it has been a incredible journey. The amount of talent in the gym is second to none. The staff has always been really pleasant and the coaches really know all of the teqniques in any martial art you can think of. Would really recommend this gym to anyone no matter your age or goals.
Greatest place to learn martial arts. I start by myself and now the whole family comes and they love it. The coaches are Awsome!! Great prices.
This gym is outstanding! I'm glad I got the opportunity to try it out because I'm now hooked. I enjoy going to practice and look forward to it thru out the week. Wouldn't be possible without Coach Che and the FFA staff members
Freestyle Fighting Academy is a great school for mixed martial arts. The instructors, especially coach Che is great with the kids. Not only does he prepare the small kids on skill and mental toughness but most importantly on how to responsibly deal with bullies. This is school and especially coach Che teaches kids how to be a responsible young boys but at the same time as a last result put a good ass whooping when needed. Thank you for all the patience and hard work you display on all the kids but especially my son Ryan.
FFA is an awesome place for kids and adults to learn martial arts from real qualified martial artists.
Knowledgeable MMA coaching staff, great training partners and open 24hrs. Love training here.
Great place Great instructors
Awesome gym good training
LEO MELERO , coach david is great he makes sure every student understands and performs the technique properly , great body workout for your core and stamina . family atmosphere .
Great gym. Great coaches. Highly recommended! -johanna cuervo
Been with this gym for a year now, I recommend it to everyone who wants to train. I started in the intro program with Coach David and really learned a lot. He is an excellent instructor. I have now moved on to regular classes and have been impressed with every coach there. Coach Che, Edgard, Rey, Edir... All these guys are top notch coaches and motivators. There are so many different options/classes. All around great school.
Outstanding!!! Would recommend to anyone without hesitation. Starting MMA was a bit intimidating being a woman. I started the intro MMA classes with Coach David - awesome instructor - made sure I got everything down every time. Now, I'm taking more advanced classes with superb instructors. EVERY COACH has been top notch. They all make sure you've got it, which is important to me. Coach Jason, Che, and Edgard have been outstanding. Nothing but the best at this school. Aside from being taught by great instructors, I love how many class options they have too. Fits into my family's schedule perfectly. I have enrolled my sons, daughter and husband. That is a testament within itself. Diana Collins
Women only boot camp is the best gym! I recommend it to anyone looking for motivation, endurance, and positive life changing habits. The coaches are all great! Especially Lorraine and Jason, They have so much energy and make going to class fun!
Our son has been training with Coach Che for 4 years now, best decision we've ever made. Coach Che is amazing with the kids, teaches them self-confidence, mutual respect and most importantly self-defense. We can't thank him enough! Highly recommend for kids of all ages.
I've been going to FFA for years. Their kickboxing class is always fun and the instructor's take their time to teach you step by step. Begginer or advanced, you'll always get a great workout!
Coaches truly care about their students. Amazing training program for all ages. Personally Coach Che Moreno has been training my 12 and 17 year olds as well as me at 52 for many years now in both Martial Arts and Fitness. I couldn’t be happier with the results.
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The people are nice, prices are reasonable. And the training you get is on par. It's like a family. Very welcoming. Just ask for Dav he'll take care of you without a doubt.
If you want to learn real self defense or become a professional MMA fighter you should checkout FFA. Great coaches, great facility and also open 24 hours. Coach Alex teaches a very good Brazilian Jiu-jitsu class.
I joined the FFA All Womens Boot camp about 2 years ago and I have to say it was best decision ever. I have tried going to the gym but there is nothing like the FFA not only do they have the Womens Boot camp but also MMA for adults and kids. I've had my ups and downs with weight but the staff teaches you discipline and truly cares. You definitely see the difference not only in your body, stamina but also mentally. It is to the point that if I miss one class I feel guilty and I know the staff is going to call and ask me why I missed. For all you ladies out there if you really want to see results join the FFA All Womens Boot camp! Trust me!
Amazing gym amazing people and a amazing staffs from the people on the front desk to all coaches.really recommend it.
Couldn't be more thankful of being part of this gym
Coach Che is a great instructor and nice Dude. Excellent place to train.
Absolutely love this place, very convenient that they have late classes so I can make it after work, Coach David really makes the difference , he takes the edge of with his wacky humor and is very patient and through. highly recommend I wish they where in Doral so I could go more often :)
Definitely ask for David. Great trainers, clean gym, very professional staff.
I'm always excited to go to class and learn something new. Coach David helps me understand how to do things correctly so that I can keep improving. The schedule is also very flexible!
The only place where you are treated like family and get to workout! I love all the instructors here!
Absolutly love FFA! If you are looking for group classes or individual work, some of the best trainers I have gotten to workout with. I trained majority kickboxing and strength/conditioning. The staff is awesome and I recommend anyone looking to start training, head here to train with some of the best in Fl.
I train here when I'm in town. Great vibe and a great team.
FFA is a great gym ! Went in there knowing very few things. Was getting ready to join the United States marine corps and found a coach that is a fellow brother (coach David ) helped me a lot and thought me and trained me to be the best. What I love the most about FFA, the coaches will not give up on you and show you the move and help you prefect it and make sure you got it before they move on. It's a great environment. Once I get out the marine corps I'm going back to training with them. Juancarlos Perez
Outstanding Location and outstanding people. Coach David is great and wonderful at what de does.
Fantastic gym! Coach David is the best and made the most of my free trial. Highly recommended!
FFA is a great gym to train, if love MMA this is the place great coaching staff you will learn the techniques very quick everybody is very welcoming great atmosphere to workout recommend coach che he is really good and has a lot of knowledge. Overall this an amazing place you won't be disappointed
I had the luck of finding FFA accidentally one day as I passed by Publix to do my biweekly groceries. I was intrigued with what this gym had to offer. When I first walk through their doors, I was welcomed and made felt at ease. My experience was at zero and never once was I judge because of it. The Coaches, such as Coach Dave, are there to teach each individual based on their needs. You will see fast results and rapidly fall in love with this institute. I would recommend this gym to anyone.
FFA is the best martial arts school period. Whether you want to become a Pro MMA or just get the best work out of your life, FFA will get you there. They have world class instructors and people who care about you and your progress. I earned a Blue Belt level with them, and at 42 I feel unstoppable in any physical conflict or simply dealing with life itself. FFA builds you both physically and mentally. You will not get anything like that anywhere else period.
This is a family MMA gym! Classes for women, kids, and men! Awesome place! Top notch trainers! Visit you will not be disappointed!
Awesome gym with great coaches
There is nothing I can say negative about FFA. From the first day I entered through their doors it's always been a positive environment. All the instructors are approachable for anything. All the instructors have an extensive amount of mixed martial arts knowledge. Ypu won't learn anything that they did not learn themselves directly from the source. For example all the head instructors travel to Thailand periodically to become more and more proficient in Muay Thai and than in return teach their students what they have learn. I would recommend this school to anyone of any age, you are never to old to get in shape and learn a mixed martial arts from the best school in south Florida!
My kids have been going for a couple of years and they love it, it has made them more focused and helped them to socialize more. Professional instructors, fun kids program, treated like family from day 1, also everyone that goes here is easy to get along with.
Good place to practice and really learn how to fight correctly. Coach David is an excellent teacher. -Alec Araya
Great gym great teachers -Philip Filippini
Great gym come join. -Luis Jiron
Amazing mma gym that focuses on student interactions on a daily, weekly, and monthly basis. Very low cost compared to other mma gyms in Florida. Master Avellan and his coaching staff are world renown and some of the best in jiu jitsu. Open 24 hrs!!!
FFA IS THE REAL DEAL. Classes are organized and start on time. There is usually someone that matches up perfectly with you. The coaches are knowledgeable. The facility is clean and tidy. I have no complaints. Also, coach Che is the greatest coach that I've ever had in my life. This guy is awesome. You'll learn a lot from him.
Perfect place to learn self-defense. Intro level classes allow students to learn at their own pace. All instructors are patient, and well trained. After three months of training at Freestyle Fighting Academy, I entered my first grappling competition, and took the gold medal in the beginners 169 LBS division, winning by submission. Definitely recommend!
Hello my is Year Gonzalez Sr. And I'm writing this review to inform everyone that's interested in training at freestyle fighting academy. First and foremost I would like to say that had my son Year Gonzalez Jr. training with Che Moreno. Mr. Moreno taught my son how to defend himself and to have self control when presented with situations that involve self defense and to respect everyone even those who don't deserve it; not as a reflection of their character, but as a reflection of his (HONOR). A big thank you to Che Moreno, the Avellan brothers and their great staff. By the way my son just graduated from high school and he's going back to train at ffa as soon as he starts Fiu in about 3 weeks or so. Great place, great atmosphere and overall very clean. Thank you
Great gym, open 24 hours, coaches are down to earth, patient and really want you to learn. If you want to learn mma, FFA is the place to go.
Great environment ! I'm a blue belt been here for 4 years
Great experienced, Highly recommended!
He is a good trainer. Recommended
The Freestyle Fighting Academy is the best MMA gym in South Florida. It's open 24 hours everyday, I didn't think that was even possible. You can literally train anytime. I train super late sometimes around 3 or 4 Am. Both Masters are incredible, they are really experienced. I recommend the Tuesday and Thursday MMA class at 8:00 pm. The Coaches are great, they are also really experienced and they know their stuff. Since I got here coming from Africa 3 years ago, I have been training there and I can assure you that was the best decision I have made so far in my life. As super heavyweight guy, I have lost a lot of weight, I got faster, and I'm about to become a fighter.
I have trained at FFA for many years. I can honestly say this place has changed my life in many amazing ways. I still remember the 1st day I walked into class. I had never trained martial arts in my life. Definitely NO wrestling in school either! It would later become one of the best decisions I have made in my life. I highly recommend this school! Awesome environment, awesome people, and awesome instructors. No egos! One of the best aspects of this school is the variety of classes and times available. Whatever your schedule is like, I am sure you can find a class to fit it. They are open 24 hours a day 7 days a week. You can't beat that!! Another awesome aspect of FFA is that they teach you many different styles like wrestling, grappling, Muay Thai, Jiu jitsu, boxing, Etc. They make you a well rounded fighter. All I can say is give it a try. You won't regret it.
Ive been training at FFA for over fourteen years! That in itself is a testament as to how much I love this gym. The instruction is world class and the environment is friendly and comfortable. This is the best martial arts gym in South Florida and it has my highest recommendation.
I absolutely love this place. I have both of my boys in the MMA program and they love it. They have learned so much and are more confident because of it. The staff is great there and their coach (Che) is amazing. Would recommend to any age as well as my husband is also part of the adult program.
Greatest Gym Ever!! For a good intense workout, David Olivera is the Coach for you.
Great place with great coaches. I work with coach Kevin and Coach David and have really enjoyed my experience!
Great coaches, supportive and friendly staff. The education is awesome. I have lost a lot of weight since I started working out with these guys. It has also boosted my self esteem like I've never felt before.
Great gym and coaches really care and want you to get better. This gym helped me become more disciplined as teen and more confident as a person. Coach Che rocks!
Open 24 hours and great training for both males and females. Friendly environment. Awesome gym to go to.
I have been a member of the Freestyle Fighting Academy for almost 6 years and I cant say enough good things about it. The instructors are great - knowledgeable, professional and patient. You get great instruction on all the disciplines - ju jitsu, wrestling, Muay Thai, boxing, etc. The atmosphere is fantastic as well. Everybody is humble, as it is a very humbling sport! I am 47 years old and it is the most enjoyable way I have found to get in shape. I highly recommend the Freestyle Fighting Academy!
Open 24 hours !!! Great place to get in shape and learn mixed martial arts, regardless of your level. Very friendly and knowledgeable staff. Coach David is a great example, he makes the lessons very practical and constantly motivates every student to excel.
Best gym in the world . I trained there for 4 years and I love it !!best coaches in miami !!
The coaches at this gym really make the difference. Equally skilled as they are caring.
This place is the real deal. Knowledgeable, friendly, professional staff, excellent facility, open 24 hours. Best gym around!!
I've gone to many gyms over the past few years and this gym has to be the best one yet. The people here are amazing and very friendly and helpful. Coach Dave is very helpful if you're new to this and the skills you learn from him are astronomical!!
I was a part of their classes for a long time and not only did I learn how to defend myself in any situation, but they also taught very important life lessons. This gym is not one to only care about your money, they genuinely care about their students. All classes (from kids-adults) are thought to the highest standard that they can. This is honestly the best program that anyone can join.
Best gym in south florida. What to get phisicly, and mently in shape go give their 30 day a try !!!!
FFA is like my family! They offer different programs to everyone's different needs. From training to be a professional fighter to self-defense to workouts for a healthy lifestyle. All the trainers are professional and knowledgeable!
Love this academy and the whole team! "Edgar with an E" 😂😉 is my trainer (for the women's boot camp) he is so awesome and motivating!
My husband and I have been training at FFA/WOFB since 2002/2005, respectively. The coaches are absolutely wonderful and are there to motivate and support your fitness goals. When my three boys were old enough to to train, we signed them up and now they are on their way to becoming junior black belts. Coach Che, who is in charge of the kids program, is an experienced martial artist and a great instructor. There is no better place to attain your fitness goals than FFA.
FFA is GREAT! All the instructors are extremely talented and knowledgable. They really make you part of the family and make the experience personal. The quality of the training is superb! Been too busy to go for a while unfortunately and I still get contacted by my Instructors to check up on me! Wouldn't choose any other facility to train at!!
Ive been seeing the amazing work that all trainers from FFA do year after year so i decided to take my 2 year old to the MMA classes they have for toddlers best decision i could have ever made. Signing him up was easy and he was able to start the following day.The instructor is amazig his name is augusto he is so dedicated and loves what he does so kind and patient with the little kids and makes sure they are all learning and understanding whats his teaching giving them one on one time when needed. All the trainers are so dedicated to what they do the moment you walk in you already know youre in for a life changing experience. Thank you FFA team for all that you do 😇😍
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FFA has the best facility, coaches and approach to MMA. You really cant ask for a better place to train MMA for whatever your purpose in pursuing Mixed Martial Arts might be. Its open 24 hrs 7 days a week so you can train whenever you want, the coaches have traveled to countries like Thailand to train Muay Thai and Cuba to train boxing and they have active high level fighters in their classes like Jason who is the Fight Time 145 champion. Personally FFA took me from knowing nothing but HS wrestling and I grew with them to the point of having a good Amature career and on the verge of going professional soon. Ive seen other people come from nothing to becoming serious talent over and over within a few months, there is a real growth factor in this gym thats for sure.
I toyed with the idea of training mixed martial arts for a while. After doing my research I was lucky to have found the Freestyle fighting academy. My first day I could barely make it through the warm up due to me being completely out of shape. The negative thoughts quickly haunted me "I'm holding the class back, I'm going to be the laughing stock of the class" but before I was even able to continue to drive myself down. I was quickly brought back up by first coach Tulio, who quickly encouraged me to push myself and to know I will become better and better by the minute. After my first class I was hooked! This gym has a family feel to it! There was not a single moment where I didn't enjoy a great workout and learning techniques from world class trainers and fighters! This is a gym where there are NO EGOS AT ALL!! The best part about this gym is the fact that it's 24/7. Due to my busy schedule I would find myself getting a training session in at 2-3am on a Saturday night. The freestyle fighting academy has to be one of the most complete gyms I have found to this day. With Mma for kids being trained by black belts, Or women's only bootcamps ran by world class athletes! It doesn't get any better than the freestyle fighting academy! This gym not only has helped me physically but as a business owner they have really installed a WINNERS mindset, which has lead me to success in different aspects of my life. I am forever grateful to have build such strong friendships thanks to the Avellan brothers and the family at freestyle fighting academy!
I trained here for a little over a year and I loved every second of it!! The atmosphere in this gym is truly one of a kind no matter what level of experience you have they make sure that there's always something new to learn. I truly enjoy this place and recommend it to anyone looking to train MMA whether it be for competition or just self defense.
If you're in the South Miami/weston area this is the only MMA gym you need to know about. Does not get any better than the freestyle fighting academy
This amazing institution has had an incredible impact on not only my life but my son's life as well! From top to bottom this is an amazing organization. Master Marcos is one of the bright young minds of the field that has put FFA on the map in the industry. The coaching staff is by far one of the greatest ever establish for a gym. I came in extremely over weight and out of shape and with in a few months I had dropped close to 60lbs and a Naga champion! This is completely unheard of! One of the most amazing coaches is coach Che. His attention to detail and ability to get the very best out of you is absolutely incredible! He is a testament of how incredible his mentor is in master Marcos as well as to the success of the gym. The amount of fighters coming out of this place is outstanding and soon it will be house hold name with the amount of UFC fighters that will be coming out of there! Again if you are looking for a great experience and being the best you could possibly be you need to just come in! Ask for anyone they will change your life.
From the minute you walk in & you're greeted by the front desk staff all the way to the coaches, you're treated with so much respect & professionalism. My kids & I attend FFA. My boys love MMA here & Coming from someone who does NOT like to workout, I can honestly say for the very first time ever, I look forward to Bootcamp/kickboxing sessions. Thanks to FFA Ive also met some amazing people I now call Friends. Highly & definitely recommend👍👍
Spent years of my life here, great gym great people builds champions!
I've been to a lot of mixed martial arts gyms and I've got to say this is hands-down easily one of the best as well as easily the best combative gym in Florida.
I really Love FFA. I've learned so much technique in such a short period of time. Instructors and staff treat you like family! Very professional gym! 5 stars is too little we need to give this place a perfect 10!
Outstanding gym! I can't say enough about the instructors.They are world class. I have been a member for over 8 yrs and I can honestly say joining FFA was the best decision I ever made.
I love the place the coach is awesome.
The best MMA gym I have been in great coaches and perfect place to train and advance in MMA
Definitely the best place to train. Everyone there is like family. Great instructors & great fighters! If you want to get the best training you have to learn from the best. You can only find that at FFA!
This place is amazing!! Iam in the best shape of my life,being a mother of 2:) there's something for everyone there from; self defense classes to pump cardio kick boxing classes. I highly recommend the 30 day free trial, it's worth it 👍-yanet p.
Mas que afortunado y bendecido por las enseñanzas de Coach Che y Coach Alex. No solo me benefician fisicamente pero mas importante aun mentalmente. Diariamente obtengo una continua transmision de herramientas útiles para cualquier situación que se me presente en la vida cotidiana. Ya sea una situación que requiera respuesta y evaluación física, mental o una combinación de ambas. Las artes marciales son y siempre serán mi camino. Con mucha humildad les recomiendo altamente ser parte de la familia FFA.
Awesome place, friendly atmosphere, couldn't ask for a better place to train. Best part? Open 24 hours!
FFA is simply the best gym in Miami to learn how to fight, wrestling , judo , bbj , Muay Thai, true MMA. earn a black belt, compete, or just to keep in shape; and be ready for anything from body contact combat to gun fight..... Train with a great teammates and awesome instructors like my coach Che Love MMA life changers Open 24 hours Work your body so hard till your mind shuts the F........Up Then you be set Carlito (rukydog)
I just started a week ago and I'm already hooked. Coach Che is a badass mofo and is a hell of a coach. #coachcheforpresident
I liked FFA location, very convenient. David was very helpful, patient and knowledgeable.
Great gym with top notch coaches. Instructional workouts designed to help with technique while really getting the most out of you. Basically they kick your ass and you learn while doing it!!! Sign up with Coach Che and you won't regret it.
My six year old nephew has been training with coach Che at Freestyle Fighting Academy for almost two years now, and the results are truly remarkable. The school teaches a well-rounded mma program incorporating a variety of stand up and ground techniques, while maintaining a high level of safety. Coach Che emphasizes respect and discipline during class, while keeping the class fun. I highly recommend this mma school to anyone looking for a safe and effective program for their kids.
I love this gym!! I've been going here for 3 years, and my daughter has been doing the children's MMA classes since she was in pampers! They have awesome instructors! lots of classes to fit your schedule!
A+++ Great place to learn mix martial arts, get fit and have some fun. Instructors are the best. Highly recommended.
I love this gym!! One of the best gyms I've ever been to.. Coach David was awesome he really takes his time to make sure you learn and exceed in the class. Definitely would recommend this gym to my friends!
Coach David is one of the best coaches. I have been to plenty of gyms and had several personal trainers but nothing like Coach David. Challenges me mentally, physically, and emotionally which has lead me in becoming a better athlete.
Was a bit apprehensive at first, but Coach David really has made it a great choice for me. Good trainer he listens well and is very easy to work with. Never made me feel like I was doing it the wrong way. All in all A great place and a great trainer. Highly Recommend
The gym is great and David Olivera is very knowledgeable and helpful. I promise you will get an intense workout. Highly Recommend!!!!
This is the best MMA gym you can find, they train you in all forms of self defense, you will really love it. Coach Dave is the best for beginners, he takes his time to teach thoroughly, best decision you can make.
Coach David is the Best! He takes his time with beginners and is a great coach, lots of patience, knowledge, and expertise. I highly recommend Coach David!
When you first start at this gym one of the sales guys is going to push you really really hard to sign up on the spot. This is what sales guys do so I honestly wasn't too miffed by it. I waffled for a bit and settled on trying out a class before signing the dotted line. I attended the beginner MMA class with Coach David and that made all the difference. It literally took 15 minutes for me to decide to throw my money at this gym. Coach David is freaking hilarious and he really goes out of his way to make you feel comfortable in uncomfortable situations (read: positions). I'm no fighter so I'm positive I look like a fish out of water in class, but Coach David has consistently been patient in explaining the technique to me. I love this gym and I promise you will too.
Coach David is genuinely the type of coach you hope to find. He cares about his students and creates a comfortable environment where you can be yourself and improve on your technique. I have no regrets in joining his class or this gym!
very good instructors with a great attitude that create an atmosphere of cooperation and achieving goals. And no matter how often you go it's nice to know that they are open 24 hours 7 days and you can go in any time
The best gym in south FL hands down! They have classes for all skill levels. If you're new to martial arts make sure you take Coach Davids beginner class. He breaks everything down great and you'll learn everything you need to train with the advanced members in no time.
Ffa lifestyle has helped change my life in a positive way. I've lost some body fat, improved my conditioning , my coordination is at its best( considering I'm in my mid 40's) thus boosting my self esteem and confidence. Thanks to my teem mates and incredible coach 💪🏻
Couldn't ask for a better place to train. Best Fighting Academy by far, awesome staff and great fighters to train with. Shout out to coach Che one of the best coaches to learn from.
Best place to train by far. It has a friendly enviroment and its full of people that will push you to your limit.
Amazing gym, Coach David is the best there is, highly recommend taking a class with him.
I've been training here for 10 months and it feels like a second home. No matter if you're looking to train for sport, get fit, or to obtain self defense skills; this is the place to be. There's so many different combat skills you can learn here, such as, mixed martial arts, jiujitsu, Muay Thai, judo, boxing, kickboxing, etc.. They have extremely flexible class schedules, friendly and knowledgable coaches/staff, fully equipped gym, and more. The Freestyle Fighting Academy is, in my opinion, the best gym I could have ever joined and I plan to continue training here for as long as possible.
Just started at FFA 2 weeks ago and I am loving it so far. Coach Dave has really been helpful in showing me the proper MMA techniques and I am seeing a lot of Progress.
Best MMA gym in Miami period. All the coaches are great. If you are a beginner go with coach Dave. He is a great coach and really teaches you the basics. You will love this gym.
Best gym in South Florida! If you want to learn mma, get in shape, or just become an overall stronger version of your self, this is the place to be. Coaches and staff are amazing, everyone in the gym is there to help. You won't find another gym that really makes you feel like family. Give them a call, you won't regret it!!
FFA is an incredible school. I've been a member for over three years. I've specifically benefited from the following three classes: Strength and Conditioning; Sparring; and Kickboxing. These classes, along with Coach Terry's constant advice, has helped me stay in shape. The coaches at the school are always professional and willing to help in any way possible. There are also different seminars outside of the regular curriculum which are insightful and productive to participate in. The fact that it is opened 24 hours is also a great benefit if you want to do bag work. If you're curious, please check the place out.
Great staff really give off a family vibe, ever since i first spoke to tulio on the phone i knew. These guys really want to see you grow and learn their not just looking for another check. The other members are eager to teach you and learn from your strengths.
Coach David is the best. Takes the time to make sure you really get the technique down. FFA is the best MMA gym in miami
Definitely the best mma gym in Miami, been to a few in Florida and FFA is the best bang for you buck. You'll learn a lot and have fun doing it!
Coach David is the best! Cool guy, very down to earth. If you are new, he takes his time to show you how it's done until you master it.
I love the way the gym teaches MMA and fitness. It's helped me excel as a person and a fighter. Also great atmosphere.
Been to many Mma gym for the pass 5 years , got referred to freestyle fighting academy been training there for 7 months and let me tell you it was the best decision I've ever made to try it out because within those 7 months I had learn way more then the 5 years I've been going to diff gyms around Miami , they truly dedicate them self to teach you, help you with your goals , and never give up on you , I recommend this gym to anybody that's trying to better himself any type away.
Coach David did a very good job , recommended
Love the gym. Coach David is one of the best instructors in the place.
This place is great! It has all of the components of a well-rounded MMA gym. The staff is extremely knowledgeable and very welcoming. Dave is an excellent instructor. His classes are fun and his motivation to produce strong fighters is evident in his teaching style. If you want to learn how to fight or continue training to become a better fighter, join FFA.
I must say I love this place! As a woman who trains MMA in miami take it from me you won't find a better place!!
I love the fighting academy and it has honestly made me a better person not only physically but mentally. The experience and the people is what make it an amazing place to visit and try out.
Trained there for a while and loved the gym. Great equipment and staff, and is actually very open to newcomers in the world of MMA. They helped me get fit for the military which is something I'm grateful for.
It's amazing
Devin was an amazing. This was absolutely an amazing experience and a comfortable environment for learning firearm training.
Exceptional in every way. Best investment of my life.
HIGHLY RECOMMEN....I'm a 43 year old professional and not in the best of shape. I used to be very fit but life caught up with me. I joined the gym 2 months ago to try and get in better shape and learn self defense. I could not be happier. The classes are awesome and the instructors are great. Hats off to Kevin, our instructor. He is a great teacher...very detail oriented and professional. His assitant Dave is excellent as well.The class is extremely organized and efficient. If you want to get in shape and learn self defense/MMA in a serious, professional, and welcoming environment than this is the place for you!
Muy buen lugar para aprender y practicar MMA
I've been training here for a few years and it's awesome. Ever since I walked into here, it's a family atmosphere. You meet new people and everyone is here to support you in your goals. I've gained confidence from coming here. I completely recommend this gym for anyone and everyone. It doesn't matter your age, size, or health condition.
AWESOME GYM LOVE THE EDIR GUY HE PUSHES YOU IN THE TEEN PROGRAM
Freestyle fighting academy is one of the best things that has ever happened to me ! Especially women's only fitness bootcamp. All the instructors here know what they're talking about and will help you to get you where you wanna be.
Hands down the best training spot in Miami. Each Coach and instructor takes special care to create fun, motivating and effective workouts and does it with the same special care that he or she would give to a member of his or her family. I have been trainng with FFA and WOFB since 2007. I highly recommend it to anyone who is looking to be inspired, challenged and welcomed with open, friendly and fun arms :) Coaches Che, Lorraine and Jason - just to name a few - are dedicated experts in their fields and they make waking up at 5:00 am more than worthwhile.
I've been going to the WOBC since 2006. Not only I have lost the weight that I wanted, but I was able to keep it off. Rima Avellan, the owner, is one the best instructor one can ever ask for, and the cherry on top is that everyone there is super nice and welcoming.
I've experienced many academies and gyms across the city. FFA is hands down the most experienced and professional establishment I've been to. You're not treated as just a number, all trainers care about your well-being and help you not only set your goals but find a winning combination to attain them.
MY FAVORITE GYM IN THE WORLD. I CAN LEARN ANYTHING I WANT. GREAT MMA GYM TO TRAIN AT. FFA MADE ME BECOME A BEAST........
I can't say enough about this gym! Changed my life! Made me love fitness! All ages, all sizes welcomed with love and support!!! Don't miss out! Start today..you'll be glad you did! ☺️
Been training here for a year and it has been a great experience. The instructors are knowledgeable, the facility is keep clean and it is a great environment for anyone looking to improve themselves as a martial artist.
Great coaches. 24 hours. True fighters. What esle can you ask for. This is a gym that creates champions!!!
By far the best mix martial self defense program. A mix of fun and strict atmosphere whether you wanna fight professional or just have a great work out ffa it the smartest choice
Awsome experience that's why I'm still on the gym. Awesome people too!
Best place to learn mma, awesome students and staff
GREAT GYM! Great energy, everyone is very friendly and come to you with an open hand and mind. They build a bond with you not only in the gym but outside as well. Wouldn't recommend another gym to train at.
I train via the WOFB program at FFA. While I attend the Women's bootcamp (see detailed review posted there) I also attend a weekly kickboxing class at FFA. I joined back in December 2012 and have been hooked ever since. The instructors at both WOFB & FFA are all very passionate about what they do. They take care in making sure you are getting the most out of your work-outs and truly do an amazing job to inspire & motivate you. I have not only gotten AWESOME workouts at FFA/WOFB but I've created many great new friendships.
Incredible school
I have train at FFA for almost 10 years have fought professionally, and since moving out of the Miami area train many other gyms and wish I was still home, great top world class instructors for every level in different martial arts for is open 24/7 ,
Excellent place to learn all types of martial arts, I'm falling in love with the sport of mixed martial arts every time I go. Great place for staying healthy in all sorts of ways, mentally and physically.
Amazing academy to train at, amazing instructors. Worth all the dedication, sweat, and time. Will leave you with outstanding results! Hands down best work outs, and exercises that will put you to the test. This academy will keep you wanting to better yourself more and more each day.
When I first stepped foot in FFA, I felt comfortable right away. the staff are all awesome people, it's safe to say they are like family to me! Not only that, but the instructors are amazing in teaching. I've learned so much in such a short time! What I love most about FFA, is that they teach so many different techniques, from wrestling to kick boxing to conditioning to defend yourself form life threatening situations to even yoga, ect. How awesome can that get. Ohh can't forget about the women only Bootcamp that's right next door, so ladies you can carpool with your man and check up on him ;) lol this place has earned my five stars if I could've put ten I sure will with no doubts! Wait almost for got to say.. Gyms hygiene is great always clean and never have I ever gotten a ringworm or anything gross! Good job on that staff!! Thanks!!
I train at FFA Miami as a mixed martial artist. Its an incredible gym for learning self defense, getting in shape, competition, confidence, and most of all self discipline! The coaches are amazing and so experienced! By far the best MMA gym in south Florida and more! If you get the opportunity you have to check it out!!
When I first came to Miami I was looking for a gym to do kickboxing and and when I enrolled at FFA I fell in love with wrestling and bjj, the instructors are knowledgeable and passionate about their martial arts and definitely convey that passion to the students! I'm proud to say that I've made FFA my second home.
Good school!
Great gym to attend. Excellent for beginners. I started this gym knowing absolutely nothing and began training MMA. Coaches are excellent and very knowledgeable. Definitely recommend to any one interested in the martial arts.
Great gym, getting my butt in shape for sure
This spot is legit. World class coaches and top of the line fighters. Jujitsu, judo, boxing, Thai boxing, AND krav maga. So pick your poison. They even have weapons training on the weekends.
Amazing school, fully experienced instructors very clean atmosphere and really good people!
I have been training at FFA for 5 years now and would never think of training at another gym. I first came here when I was 14 years old and the instructors and people made me fall in love with MMA and the atmosphere of the gym. I'm now 3-0 as an amateur MMA fighter planning to fight professionally very soon and everything I've learned about martial arts has been from this gym alone. Whether you're looking for self defense, to compete, or just to get in shape this is hands down the best gym in Florida
Awesome place to train, get In shape, learn self defense or prepare yourself for a fight!
Highly recommend this place, very knowledgeable staff
I been here is this academy between 5 to 6 years, and all the things a learn here, is so much change me as a person, not only I learn how to defense myself but is more than that, I came with a background of karate and I though it was everything but not really when I got to FFA teach me my striking, wrestling, and ground game, change me for a better person, I became a professional fighter under the FFA system and I'm so proud to be part of this family! Osu
I love this place! I have seen many changes in my body and feel much more confident in my ability to defend myself
Started as a teen and now fight as an amateur with an undefeated record. I look forward to going pro soon
I’ve been with the Avellan brothers since 1999, 27 years!! I’ve seen other gyms come and go while FFA has grown. This is proof of what a great gym this is. In all that time I’ve never considered training at any other gym. When I tell others involved in MMA that I train at FFA they always express huge respect for the gym. If you want to train MMA or just focus on one aspect of MMA, you can. There are so many different types of classes, all with great instructors. FFA has had such a huge impact on my life for the past three decades and I recommend this gym to everyone considering training MMA.
Awesome MMA gym. Team and family oriented. If you want to be a world class MMA fighter, wrestler, striker, or grappler this is the place to be.
I love this place
I've been training for some time now at FFA, and it truly is a great MMA academy. The instructors are very knowledgeable and most have Pro and/or international grappling experience. The staff is very friendly, and the students are very welcoming to newcomers. They also have a great women's boot camp program, kids martial arts program, self defense course, and even gun club! If you have ever considered trying MMA, or any of the other programs they offer, you couldn't do any better than FFA.
Great gym, nice people, I'm learning everyday
This is the best gym out there. All the coaches are as friendly as they are tough and experienced. The classes are always worth going to; whether you're an experienced fighter or a noob. Everyone is very helpful and are more than happy to help you with anything you need. No elitist or big egos. I've been coming for about 6 months and I haven't looked back and thats definitely not going to change. It'll be the best decision you make. FFA!
Gym is awesome! Open 24 hours. Clean. Everybody is super nice. Great instructors.
I love this place! I highly reccomend it! The staff is very attentive and caring and the woman's bootcamp is one of a kind they really helped me achieve my fitness goals! Thank u guys!
Started my 30 day trial and thus far very cool. The gym over delivered on the quality I was expecting. I look forward to getting better
Met some of my best friends at FFA. I do personal training, kickboxing, & Bootcamp. I highly recommend anyone to try it out
Good training, good vibes, nice facility
Been to different gyms in the area and this is by far the best. Good place to get in shape and have fun
There are awesome people and Coaches. Thank you guys for all I've learned and the wonderful experience. I recommend FFA to everyone
Amazing experience, wonderful people, great instructors. First class training. You learn from the very first day you walk in the door! I've learned so much at FFA from technique, striking, it's build up my confidence and have already lost over 22 pounds. They teach all types of mixed martial arts from Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, Muay Thai, kickboxing, grappling, wrestling, Krav Maga and so much more!
There's a myriad of MMA gyms popping up in South Florida, seemingly out of everywhere. Many of them with exceedingly qualified and talented instructors, others, not so much. But I urge anyone considering to find a home in which to begin their MMA training to try out this gym. Their 30-day free trial is a testament to the confidence they have in their product, which is their passion in teaching, and unrivaled service. MMA can be an intimidating sport, but this isn't a place where fake tough guys go to feed their egos. Members here are a family that work as a team in order to humbly improve each other and grow as a team. That's what impresses me most about this gym. There is a singular focus on growth for the novice. But if your goal is to become a world champion, you'll be training with some of the best in the world that have "been there, done that." I have nothing but the highest praise for Masters Marcos, Master David, and Coaches Che, Kevin, Tulio, Edir, Jason, Devin, Edwin, and the MMA family they've created!
ive been training at FFA for a while now and this has to be the best gym I've been too so far. awesome service and the coaches are amazing specially the kids and teens instructor Coach Che Moreno. if you got kids bring them here ASAP!
Best MMA Gym in all of south florida
GREAT academy! Coaches and instructors are very nice,caring and professional (-:,, FFA becomes a second family 👌
Great academy for fitness and self defense. I love the programs that they offer. Also, the instructors are very experienced and professional. I love the motivation and push they give me when I feel like giving up. The kids programs is incredible! I love it.
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Great gym. recommend it to anyone in south Florida. And their open 24 hours with classes taking place all day
I join the women's only Bootcamp at FFA in 2009 and I fell in love with the workouts especially kickboxing. Awesome staff and environment, go check it out!!!
I've been a member of FFA Women's only bootcamp program for over 4 years. My experience at this gym has been amazing. Every workout is unique, challenging and fun! The instructors are always willing to help and push you to do your best. My 2 and 4 year old boys are members of FFA's MMA program and they absolutely love their instructors and enjoy attending class. I love FFA!!!!
Hands down best experience ever!!! My son is in their youth class and loves it ... Environment is awesome, and all coaches are extremely nice and skilled in what they do !!!!
This place is amazing !! I love it!! The staff are very professional and very helpful !! Training in this place really motivates you to reach your goals, you feel that is your family !! Im so glad to find a place like this!
Best mma school and gym in Miami people with lots of experience and knowledge but the most important they love what they do and they do it with excellency . My respect to Master Marcos Avellan and coach Che Moreno I know this guys for years now my son has been in FFA since he was 13 now 20, People with lots of values and integrity
Buen entranamineto! Estoy muy feliz haber empezado aqui
Haven't been to a more professional gym.. Ever. Well mannered front desk, knowledgable instructors, and good training partners. Solid all around
Danny Reyes: this place has changed my life, I'm addicted to MMA. The staff is friendly and helpful. 👍👍
This place is by far the best experience ever. I've been a member for over 3 years. They have showed me how it's possible to do things I always thought it was impossible. Like jogging a few half marathons already! I learned how to eat clean and my family is really happy with the outcome! Best coaches in town!!
Definitely one of the best places to train, work out, and hone your skills. The workers and instructors are very friendly and will help you if you are in any need of it. I definitely recommend the Freestyle Fighting Academy to everyone!
I joined one year ago and it has been the greatest workout experience. They not only motivate and encourage you to reach your goals but treat you as family. I love this place and all my Coaches. Lorraine, Che, J'Zotta and Rima. Even dealing with breast cancer did not stop me from not being a part of this fabulous place. Thank you for all you do. Come join us!!
I have been under the tutelage of FFA for over 3 years. The facility is kept clean at all times. The quality of training partners and staff are amazing. There is always someone within ear shot that can improve your technique. I have come in 1st place in grappling competitions and I have never felt better about myself. Classes start as early 6am and end at 1:30am. If you want to focus on a specific discipline (boxing, kick boxing, wrestling, judo, Brazilian jiu jitsu) you can or if you want blend it all together in a traditional mma setting you can. World class special guest instructors are coming in every couple months. Unique self defense classes with authentic Israeli krav maga that was learned on site with special forces, road work led by professional fighters, firearm instructional courses covering a wide assortment of real world encounters. An intense women's boot camp led by a top tier women's fitness competitor and repeat winner and finalist. A children's and teens class where they are expertly supervised by a head and assistant instructor. If you're a man, woman, boy, girl, cat, dog, young, old, immortal. This martial college will change you for the best. My only regret with FFA is not finding out about this school sooner. Some of my best friends I have made here. -Shane R
Been to many gyms in the South Florida area. By far the best instruction around! They have classes for any person at any level and any time of the day!
This gym is awesome! I love the coaching staff
Ive gotten in great shape since being here. recommend it to anyone
Its awesome i enjoy it alot. I recommend for any one who wants to protect themselves.
It's amazing!
The freestylefightingacademy is an awesome place to learn MMA and to get in shape ive been coming here for a few years now and i cant get enough of it the staff is awesome and friendly i totally recommend you check this place out.
The gym is awsome and perfect to have fun :) great school mma
Been here for awhile now. Great facility, always clean. Instructors are great and aways ready to teachband helpout
I've had nothing but great experiences at FFA Great coaches Great staff. Also the kids class are AWESOME!!!
My Son Cesar has improve on his skills, and confidence since he is being taking classes with them. Coach Che, Coach Chelsie and Coach Danny are being fundamental on his improvement. He is already on blue belt and looking forward for his green belt.
Great for kids & adults! They are very Professional. My kids love it!!
Been training for close to a year. Coaches are great, atmosphere is friendly, I love it!
Great school, love training here
Its incredible!! Sargent Lorraine has changed my life. ...I can honestly say that joining Women Only Fitness Bootcamp is the best decision I have ever made about my health & overall well being. Let's DO this!!!!
One of the best decisions I made was joining! Intense workouts, amazing results, wonderful staff. Highly recommend anyone to join! ♡ I've been a member for almost 5 years, and I don't think I'll ever leave!
The classes and instructors are truly one of the best. They encourage and inspire you to try your hardest abd push yourself to your limits. You will definitely see changes in your body as long as you listen to your instructor.
An Astonishing Family Oriented all in one gym that includes Weightlifting, Roadwork, Self Defense, Mixed Martial Arts, and Womens Only Bootcamp, alongside Gun Training Classes and a Shooting Club. ITS POWERLEVEL IS OVER 9000!!!
Best school by far... Coaches are detail oriented, knowledgable and they make the classes fun! You will leave knowing at least one new technique every class. I give them not one but 2 thumbs up!
this place i highly recomend, not just to fight but to know how to defend yourself and also be in absolute great shape. and also work on your mind
My name is Cassidy Pepin and I just wanted to leave this quick review in hopes that you find it useful. I have been training at the Freestyle Fighting Academy (FFA) since 2007 and I would highly recommend this gym to anyone. Let me explain why… First off, the gym is amazing! From the owners, to the coaches and the administrative staff, the professionalism and guest services they provide are second to none. If you’re an aspiring fighter – or even a pro or amateur fighter – this gym is for you! FFA’s fight team is one of the most well-known and successful fight teams in mixed martial arts and submission grappling. The brotherhood I have experienced is unbreakable. I’ve seen these guys push themselves and each other to their fullest potential. Now, if you are someone like me who isn’t competing and just want a place to train and stay in shape, or if you want to get in shape and learn how to fight, then guess what… this is the gym for you! FFA has an amazing coaching staff. You will be learning from some world-class grappling champions and undefeated professional fighters. Don’t let this intimidate you though; these coaches are as friendly and respectful as the sweetest grandmother you know. If you are also like me with a crazy work schedule – or just a busy person in general – do not let this be your excuse to not sign up. FFA is the only mixed martial arts gym I know of that is open 24 hours. 24 hours! The first class of the day starts at 6:00 AM and the last class ends at 1:30 AM. This has been perfect for me. I am in the weight room from 4:00 AM – 5:30 AM and then attend the 6:00 AM class (that I love!) Do you live in Broward? FFA has a second school located in Weston. Now you have no excuse! So, why are you still reading this review?? You need to call or walk right in and say Cassidy, from Coach Che’s 6:00 AM class sent you and they’ll sign you right up.
Im on my 30 day trial and so far I love it. Great intense workouts, the instructor has very great knowledge, and membership buddies are somewhat pretty knowledgeable too. So they are always trying to make you become a better fighter. So i would recommend this place a 100%.
Love the Freestyle Fighting Academy! Not only do the techniques taught here, forge you into a competent martial artist, but they also instill a winning character and mentality. After training here and going through there program, you come out a different person. IF your in Miami and are looking for an MMA gym, nothing beats the system FFA has in place. It really is the best MMA training in all of Florida.
Best workout experience in South Florida. I get a great workout during the bootcamp and kickboxing classes. My 3 children are part of the MMA program for teens and kids. Love this place! The instructors are very knowledgeable, professional, personable, and energetic!
It is a great place to train with plenty of great people to train with. The coaches are very helpful and really get you to learn new moves for mma. I really enjoy learning here.
This place is a great way to get in shape. I came to FFA to stay in shape for football one off season and next thing I know in in the best shape if my life and fell in love with it. I have not looked back! 4 years later I'm a purple belt and fighter! It's a great gym and gives you a good family feel!! That's what I love about the FFA!
I found the Freestyle Fighting Academy when I was 18, I was going to FIU and I walked across the street and decided to try the gym out. After the 30 days free I got my money together and long story short it's been 6 years and I love this place. Has helped me make me the person I am today. I guarantee this is like no other gym. Really friendly and fun place to be!
FFA has been the most influential place is I've ever attended. I started out as. A student and 7 years later I now am the the instructor and owner of my own gym in Weston. It was through the culture of excellence that I was able to go from never doing a day of martial arts prior to 2007 to owning my own gym. I would recommend FFA to everyone. I am proof that martial arts can transform your life.
This is a wonderfull figthing place !!!
FFA is one of the best decisions I have ever made since moving to South Florida. This has been an outstanding opportunity to train and learn with some of the best instructors in the world. I give high praise to Coach Che for coaching and setting the example for all students including adults, teens, kids and the women of Women Only Fitness Bootcamp. His dedication to his students is unparalleled to any other. So thank you FFA for leading the way .
FFA is definitely the best gym there is! People here make you feel like family. The gym is very versatile in the martial arts that are taught. From BJJ, Muay Thai, even Krav Maga they got it all and with a world class understanding too. Coaches genuinely care about me and since I have been attending this gym it has made a tremendous positive impact on my life. Plus they are open 24/7 so if you have a busy schedule you can train at any time at your convenience.
Man, I don't even know where to start with this review! I wanted to start MMA in 2009 after watching some ufc events. I searched online for MMA schools in Miami. I passed by a couple and my last stop was FFA. As soon as I walked in the door I was treated like family. I signed up right that moment. That was in early April 2009. I started in the same class that every student does, the beginner course. I remember being so nervous that very first class because I was 110% sure I was gonna get my butt kicked! That didn't happen at all. When you first start they partner you up with someone who has around the same experience as you do just to make sure that everything is equal and not one sided. I was hooked after that first class! About a month later I was invited into the Combat Athlete Program (CAP) and I was 37 pounds lighter than when I started! Once I took my first CAP class it became like and addiction! The reason for that is because once you start the CAP program each class focuses on a certain martial art. Boxing, kick boxing, wrestling, Judo and my personal favorite, BJJ. The beginner's class was awesome, but since you're new you have to take in all the information little by little. Once you're in CAP you get to spend a full 90 minutes focusing on whatever skill you want. CAP is where you REALLY get to sharpen your skills. Fast forward a few months to January 2010 and I got into a horrible car accident that completely ruined my leg. The crazy thing is that the first thing I asked the doctor wasn't about what had happened, it was asking when I would be able to train again! A year later I was finally able to get back to the gym and I was welcomed with open arms and had coaches pull me aside just to show me different ways that I can do certain techniques that wouldn't harm my leg. A few months later I was given my blue belt by Master Marcos and Master David. Truly one of the best feelings I've ever had. The only thing that I can say tops the feeling I had that day was my son being born and getting married. When my son was born I took months off because it was my first child and I was getting used to being a parent. Every couple of weeks Master Marcos (head coach) would email me asking how my family was and asking when I would be able to get back to training. Those emails really meant a lot because Master Marcos is a VERY busy man. For him to take take time out of his busy life just to check on a student is one of the many reasons why FFA is better than the rest. When I returned to the gym I was given a very warm welcome back by all the coaches. It felt like I had never taken the time off. The point is, It's not about a bunch guys trying to beat each other up to prove who's tougher in the gym, it's about training with people who will help you succeed in anyway they can. FFA is my family and it always will be! There's no way there's another gym out there that cares about their students as much as the instructors at FFA do. And for sure there's no other gym that's open 24/7 and has instructors that have travelled all over the world just to be able to learn the best techniques to teach their students. I hope this review helps. You have nothing to lose by trying it out because there's a 30 day money back guarantee. I didn't even care about the guarantee because as soon as I stepped foot in FFA I knew that is where I would have the best experience so I signed a contract that very day!
awesome places, amazing coaches, great place to train at, and they make you feel like family, and the best part of all, they are open 24/7 :)
Freestyle Fighting Academy (FFA) is hands down the BEST MMA SCHOOL! I started training at the age of 18 and gained huge result!! Self esteem boost, got into shape, and had an awesome time!! Throughout the years at FFA I have learned an immense amount of information. If someone asked me the value of my experience at FFA i would say PRICELESS!!
Best MMA gym in town! Ever since I started training at FFA two years ago I’ve had nothing but good experiences. Whether you are looking to fight at any level or to just get in shape this is the place you wanna go to. You will find that the coaches are knowledgeable and above all friendly and helpful towards the students. I’ve been to other gyms around the area but FFA offers, by far, the best quality training!
FFA answer my needs in every aspects of what i need in a gym!! the space is amazing, the instructors they pay a lot of attention on every one, i learn a lot every time that i step on FFA, and besides my body, i train my mind too!! Must check by yourself!!!
Best gym in Florida, by far, I've been training at FFA since I was a teenager and never once thought about switching gyms. The instructors are always professional, have a great understanding of the martial arts they teach and they always help the students out with any questions they have on techniques or anything else. The customer service is great too, they always make sure every one that comes in is taken care of and has someone to help them with whatever they need. All around this gym is great and I always have and will recommend it to anyone that wants to learn martial arts for any reason or just wants to get in shape.
Real fighters, real results. NO B.S. - 30days free to decided for yourself. If you're serious, you owe it to yourself to try it out.
BEST MMA Gym in South Florida! FFA is the real deal. Not only are you being trained by professionals and getting into the best shape of your life but they also have outstanding customer service. An all around great gym run by extremely talented martial artists. Well worth the money!!!
I've been to many gyms up and down the East Coast, and I have to say this is the place I've ever trained at. I was flown in to help David Avellan get ready for a fight that was cancelled, but the experience was priceless. I met a lot of great knowledgeable people/fighters at the place. Marcos has a way of pushing people's buttons in a good way to get the most output of them. It is the only 24 hour MMA gym I know of. The staff treated me like their own. I really can't say enough about the place. David and Marcos, you guys are awesome!
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Jorge "Gamebred" Masvidal
UFC Star
Jason "the Specimen" Soares
TitanFC Champion — 14-0 with 12 finishes
Edgard Plazaola
4-0 in pro MMA, 6-0 in bare knuckle boxing, and a world title contender in BKFC
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Freestyle Fighting Academy
1423 SW 107th Ave, Miami, FL 33174
Across the street from FIU, in the Publix Shopping Center
(305) 225-4610 (call or text)
Open 24/7
Classes run from 6am to 1:45am