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Very nice gym.
Coach Bruce is very knowledgable about MMA. Denis and Amber are very good no-gi instructors. Can’t comment on gi as I don’t train in it. The weightroom is very convenient to lift a bit before/after training.
Best place to train especially if you’re a beginner. Started my grappling journey here 2 years ago and there’s not gym I’d rather train. The coaches are amazing and pay attention to every single person, the community is by far the best, everyone is super friendly and everyone wants you to improve and unlock your full potential.
Hands down - exceptional experience in training BJJ, world class.
I have been doing boxing at sports school as my major sport for 5 years, and have done some BJJ before, and have good knowledge of what is "good" and "bad" coaching.
These guys are world class. If you have a chance to take BJJ classes with Denis Beenen, medalist of Worlds and Euros, or with his colleague Ondrej Blazek, do it. You don't get the chance to get this quality of training often. Overall:
1. System - well thought through systematic training programm for beginners, with defined goals, timing (16 weeks). Same approach for higher belts.
2. Coaching focuses not only on how to do, but why (principles) and why it works. Example - from side control position you get explanation of basic principles of how to keep control, what techniques to use and how they work and why, like keeping an elbow on the hips to prevent lower body movement and shrimping. Explanation why, not just been shown do this do that. In every detail, in every part of the training plan to form systematic understanding of techniques.
3. Caring and attention - coaches provide attention to students, each one, spend extra time explaining, and really care about your progress. They like to see the output of their coaching efforts.
4. Videos - you get access to videos made by the crew which cover all the beginners training programm, so you can go and refresh any aspect of technique.
Great gym, creat crew.
Glad to have joined.
I like this place. It reminds me of Dorian Yates' (famous bodybuilder) gym in England, not fancy, not pretentious, filled with spirit & good dedicated people. I train Jiujitsu and I'm thankful to every instructor for their thoroughness in explaining the nuances in technique and for making the invisible, visible.
If you like community and commitment and are ready to work, come and join me and let's get better together.
Absolutely phenomenal experience with Open Mats Martial Arts! Their coaches, Grace and Amber, went above and beyond by bringing their expertise to our women affected by violence. Their patience, knowledge, and compassion created a safe and empowering environment for our clients.
The self-defense program they led was tailored to meet the unique needs of our clients, and it was incredible to see the confidence and resilience it inspired. Grace and Amber's dedication to sharing their skills and promoting community safety is truly admirable.
We wholeheartedly recommend Open Mats Martial Arts to anyone seeking top-notch self-defense training. Their commitment to empowering vulnerable populations is inspiring, and we're grateful for their contribution to making our community safer.
Thank you, Grace, Amber, Stephen and Open Mats Martial Arts, for an unforgettable experience and for being champions of community well-being!
I'm a beginner at martial arts and signed up here at OpenMat MMA and have really enjoyed my experience thus far. The coaches are great, people in the classes are welcoming, and each training session is a great challenge both physically and mentally. If you're thinking about starting martial arts training, don't hesitate to join OpenMat MMA!
I joined OpenMat last month and I have had a great onboarding experience and transition into training. Their schedule is very organized with classes separated by levels to create an inclusive atmosphere that caters to all individuals, whether they're looking to learn a new sport or seasoned practitioners. The trainers at the gym are highly adept and very welcoming. The other practitioners are very nice as well which makes going to the gym a treat and a nice place to be. The location is also very accessible so I would definitely suggest this place to downtown dwellers who are looking for a place to learn MMA!
When I first came to the gym I wasn’t the biggest fan but since then they’ve grown quite a bit. Good competitors coming out of that gym good coaching and a nice room overall! They even have good seminars every now and then.
The gym has great atmosphere and most coaching staff are friendly and knowledgable. However, one of the Muay Thai coaches Elisha never really broke down any techniques in details and the combos she taught were honestly not so useful. Furthermore, she was very mean to my friend one time during Sunday's sparring session. His transport was delayed that day due to bad weather so he came in late. Later he made a small mistake when she was demonstrating a move on him (he was not meant to plant his feet but he did so she had difficulty demonstrating the sweep), she got extremely frustrated and assumed he came in late because he woke up late without giving him a chance to explain, and called him "uncoachable". My friend was always a super nice, humble, and hardworking guy in training despite not having the best technique at the time. I understand that she faced some personal family issues which may had influenced her attitude but still, what she said was outrageous and totally unacceptable and I think she should seek mental support if needed. I am not sure if she still coaches at this gym but it was a very unpleasant experience for me.
Came here to try a free trial class. Facilites are rather Spartan. The instructor was friendly and helpful, but the manager on site seemed rather cold. The prices weren’t great either. $240 per month is a bit exorbitant in this economic climate.
OpenMat is a great gym if your are looking for a BJJ heavy mma gym. For the most part the people there are very nice there, and Amber who helps run the gym is very nice and superb to say the least. If you are looking for a martial arts gym where the primary discipline is muay thai OM isn't the right gym for you.
OM is expensive and over priced because they are an old gym. Some newer gyms that are much better are significantly cheaper and better value.
They are a BJJ gym that offers some striking classes and thats a good way to put it. For the most part management there can be very unresponsive which is frustrating to say the least. I genuinely did like OM and the people there but I out grew the gym and have moved on. I was a loyal member at OM for 9 months.
Bruce and Andre are excellent teachers as they know muay thai, boxing, and martial arts very well and are high level. Perfect gym to those who are new to it especially if you are a college student given the area of the location as well.
I enrolled my child for two months of classes, but the sessions were overcrowded, making it difficult for them to learn effectively. Eventually, my child lost interest and didn’t want to continue. When I requested a refund for the unused month, the manager refused outright and was incredibly rude.
After reading other reviews, I see I’m not alone—many have complained about the manager’s unprofessional attitude. Given the high prices and mediocre environment, I’d strongly recommend exploring other options. There are far better schools out there that value their students and treat parents with respect.
