Jo trained hard giving it her all during fight camp. And as always, she fought her heart out! Even when her opponent didn’t make weight, and Jo was given the option of forfeiting the fight or go up a weight class, she did not back down. ” ℎ ℎ , ’ ℎ . ‘ !” […]
You’ve heard it before, OAMA is a family. Professor Hammer Hache has some inspiring words for everyone in this video. Watch Hammer’s video here. “Here to HELP! Thank you to everyone who has asked me and the team for help as of late. If you need help in these difficult times please don’t wait. If […]
“If you do what you love, you’ll never work a day in your life.” This week’s Meet the Team spotlight is on Amy Reid – OAMA’s lead Muay Thai instructor. Amy’s dad, a professional kickboxer, introduced her to martial arts. At first, she didn’t know why anyone would want to do it. But that all […]
“I train. I fight.” Who can relate? ♂️ As we continue our Meet the Team series, this week’s spotlight is on Aramis Gadito. He teaches OAMA’s Muay Thai programs and is an athlete himself. With 6 fights under his belt, you have to see him in action…he’s fast as lightning! If you’ve never met him, […]
Did you know Muay Thai is also known as the “art of eight limbs”? It’s because of the consistent use of a pair of fists, knees, elbows, & shins. No wonder it’s a great way to increase strength & endurance! It is a mind-body workout with immense health benefits including: 🥊 self-discipline 🧠 sharper focus […]
“Jiu-jitsu is where my heart is.” The first thing you notice about Jo Maisonneuve is usually her smile. You can’t miss it! As a purple belt in BJJ and a pro-MMA fighter, she’s a double threat! And someone with the kindest heart. In this week’s Meet the Team, get to know Jo and why she […]
“𝑰’𝒎 𝒍𝒊𝒗𝒊𝒏𝒈 𝒕𝒉𝒆 𝒅𝒓𝒆𝒂𝒎…𝒍𝒊𝒕𝒆𝒓𝒂𝒍𝒍𝒚!” Aaron Kruger started martial arts to break the cycle he was in. He didn’t like the path he was on – depressed, low confidence, no motivation. He wanted more and he found it when his friend introduced him to martial arts. Get to know Aaron on this week’s Meet the […]
JOIN US LIVE ON ZOOM We continue to offer our adult & children Muay Thai & BJJ classes online by Zoom. Classes are available 6 days a week, multiple times a day, making it easy to fit your schedule. Our commitment to you is the same…to help you achieve your goals and support you […]
Did you know when Justin Primrose first started martial arts, he wanted to learn MMA and striking? But once he tried Jiu-Jitsu, he loved it and never looked back! Justin is inspiring and encouraging as an athlete and instructor, teaching the children and adult BJJ classes. When you see him on the mats, […]
A year ago our world was turned upside down. Families are dealing with social isolation. And children are being crushed by it. Many are getting used to isolating and it is making them more vulnerable to bullying and not being included. If you’re fighting an uphill battle, martial arts can help. In our children’s programs, […]
We’re throwing it back to one of Aramis Gadito’s fights at Wreck Thai Boxing, where he wins by the ref’s decision. He’s fast as lightning! ⚡ Blink and you might miss it. Watch the full fight video here. Aramis started as a student at OAMA and when his interest and talent grew, the OAMA […]