Hammerforge: School of Combat Arts

"I've been training at Hammerforge for over a year now. It's been great! I walked in with no prior experience in martial arts and my fitness was only so-so. Now I can strike, grapple, and deadlift over 200 pounds. Coach is very knowledgeable and helped me figure out that I needed to be eating more protein and better quality vitamins. The other students are friendly and everyone is always looking out for their partners' safety when training. If you're a lady, don't hesitate to check out Hammerforge. There's a few women (including me) who are there almost every day. The guys are respectful and also good to work with. I'd definitely recommend this gym to anyone looking to improve their fitness and learn practical self-defense techniques."

"I first joined the gym to learn about women's self defense but after about a month, I wanted to fight professionally. David is a very intelligent and helpful coach. He's the best coach I've had and ever will have. MMA has really brought me out of my shell and I've learned so much and gained many friends and everyone there is always willing to help out."

"I’ve been training at Hammerforge for roughly nine months, and I’m honestly very happy that it was my first and only gym. David truly knows the ins and outs of martial arts. When discussing the techniques you can tell how passionate and knowledgeable he is. He creates a positive environment for all, no matter the age or shape an individual is in, everyone is welcomed. David cares about every single person that walks in the door. He’s one of the few instructors that can teach from experience, I know many other places in the area are full of themselves but Hammerforge is not one of those places. I look forward to continuing my training here!"

"I have only been training at Hammerforge for 2 months but it has truly been eye opening. I have no prior experience in martial arts but have learned so much about personal defense, combining striking and grappling, strength training, and nutrition during this short time. David is a knowledgable coach who cares about everyone who trains and prioritizes safety. I train every day that I can as Hammerforge feels like a second home to me, the connections I've made with people is nothing like I've ever experienced in any other gym/sport."

"The training program in the Hummerforge is very professional and well-designed. The techniques taught in the school includes but more than BJJ, kickboxing, weapon fighting, and mixed martial art. With knowing the advantage of a good physical condition on fighting, besides the fighting techniques, the program also provided a side-by-side conditioning training without extra charge. The training is really intense, but starts from the basics and builds on. The instructor of the Hummerforge is encouraging and really cares about the trainees. He is professional in combat and conditional training, as well as nutrition. The instruction was provided by teaching following with a sufficient amount of sparring, and all the sparring was under a close coach. David (the instructor) is a great guy! We became close friends after I join the gym. He not only focuses on coaching combat techniques but also helps people to train a tough mind to fight all difficulties and stress in life: keep fighting! The environment at Hummerforge is very friendly and positive. Hummerforge is not only a gym for me but also a family, we train together: fight, make jokes, laugh, talk, and have beers."