Stanley Combatives

10705 Red Run Blvd #140, Owings Mills, MD 21117, USA

5.0 (80 reviews)

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As a combative arts academy, Stanley Combatives focuses on providing technical training, combative conditioning and situational awareness for those individuals looking to learn more on how to defend themselves.

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Tori K

I love training at Stanley Combatives! The facility is always clean/organized, they offer a wide range of classes, and everyone there is very kind and helpful, especially if you’re a beginner. Brian, the owner, is incredibly knowledgeable and truly cares about each person’s growth, both on and off the mat. Highly recommend!
Posted 8 months ago
Margot Ermer

As a true beginner who knew nothing about kickboxing/muay thai/ self defense I can say this is place to learn. After having been in several accidents I was originally just looking for self defense but Coach Kayla, Coach Erika, and Coach Brian kept me coming back. I have since taken other classes (Muay Thai) because of the supportive coaches, the respectful environment and the overall culture. At end of day Coach Brian and his team will work with anyone (all skill levels) as long as they come to work hard.
Posted 11 months ago
Bryce Owens

I love Stanley Combatives! I’ve been training here for almost 3 years and have nothing but great things to say about it. Kru Brian, Kru Jake and Kru Jahnee, and all of the other coaches as top tier. I’ve had 3 fights under the gym’s name and did a pretty good job. This place is the truth. If you’re looking for a place to learn martial arts, look no further!
Posted 1 year ago
Brian Brandon

Brian is a great teacher and is doing a excellent job teaching at the new location with all the new equipment.
Posted 2 years ago
Roger L Bhagwat

Stanley Combatives is hands down the best training facility I've ever been to. Coach Brian and his incredible staff of coaches truly put their love, care, and sweat into every class. Their dedication to our growth and well-being is evident in every session. The family-style environment at Stanley Combatives makes it a unique and welcoming place. From day one, I felt like part of a close-knit community that supports and pushes each other to be their best. The camaraderie among the members, along with the expert guidance from the coaches, creates a motivating and positive atmosphere. If you're looking for top-notch training in a friendly and supportive setting, Stanley Combatives is the place to be. Thank you, Coach Brian and team, for all that you do!
Posted 2 years ago
Daymar Chacón

This place is awesome. Recommending 100%, Brian Stanley and all his instructors are excellent at teaching each of the techniques in each class. They are patient people with whom they are just starting out and make you feel like family. You should definitely know Stanley Combatives if you want to learn about self defense and have fun at the same time. Thank you guys!
Posted 2 years ago
Kyle G

I am currently practicing Muay Thai at Stanley Combatives. Brian Stanley and all of the instructors are well trained and offer great instruction. The group is very welcoming to newcomers and make it feel like a family-like atmosphere. Whether you just want to get in shape, try something new, or compete in combat sports, I would recommend and trust in Stanley Combatives to help you achieve your goals. They truly care about you and want to see you succeed, which is rare to find.
Posted 2 years ago
Baltimore Pressure Washers

This Mixed Martial arts gym is bar none, the best gym around for getting training in a number of styles of fighting. You can train in Muay Thai one day and another day, train in Jujitsu. This is the place to train for a competitive competition or just to be ready to defend yourself and your family very easily. Especially great for the kids with learning respect and self awareness. Brian, the owner is what makes this gym, a go to spot for MMA training in Owings Mills, Maryland!
Posted 2 years ago
Daniel Labori

Super friendly staff, clean gym and the coolest equipments I’ve seen. I highly recommend it 🤝🏾
Posted 2 years ago
Brian Wingfield

I visited three years ago just to bond with my son-in-law (one of Coach Brian's first students). I fell in love with the Combatives training, ,Filipino dirty boxing and the art of MauyThai from day one, coupled with Coach Brian's passion, knowledge and his humble warrior spirit. Come experience for yourself along with the hands on training from Coach Brian and his qualified team instructors. There's no pressure or egos as you learn at your own pace with fellow teammates at our new State of the art facility Guntry of Owings Mills. Respect ALL, Fear None!!
Posted 2 years ago
Vanessa Eck

I’ve been training for two years at Stanley Combatives and never regretted it!! Brian Stanley and his team of instructors are nothing short of exceptional! The Intro to Muay Thai class is organized so that new students are paired with experienced ones and given one-on-one instruction. It is a very positive environment with the student encouraging one another as we all learn together. 🥊 And did I mention…it’s really inexpensive! Brian and his crew are pationate about passing on the knowledge and skills. You can even come and try a couple classes for free!
Posted 2 years ago
Kayla Moore

Stanley Combatives is the perfect gym in which to train combat sports. The environment is exceedingly welcoming and family friendly. Brian Stanley is extremely well-trained, knowledgeable, passionate, and kind. He has created an environment that focuses on being humble warriors and respecting all but fearing none. The encouraging energy is created by instructors and fellow teammates. The vibes of the gym resemble that of a close-knit team, and we consider ourselves a family that opens its arms to anyone who wants to put in the work and learn something new. With that being said, everyone at the gym likes to have a good time and classes are often accompanied with laughs. Stanley Combatives currently offers a variety of class options including Muay Thai, BJJ, conditioning, and street self-defense. Personally, I had never trained any kind of combat sports before joining the gym, but I enjoyed it from the moment I stepped on the mat. 10/10 cannot recommend enough- absolutely top tier.
Posted 3 years ago
Victoria D

Great facility with even greater people. As someone with 0 background in combat sports, I was scared to try it out--for those in the same boat as me, don't be. Everyone here will treat you like family. You will not be shamed for picking up the skills at a slow pace. You can learn so much from each person, whether student or instructor.
Posted 3 years ago
Stephen L

The best place for traditional structured Muay Thai and discipline in Maryland is Stanley Combatives. If you're seeking a professional and cordial environment, this is the place to choose. I recently started training here, and I can confidently say that it's worth every penny, particularly if you're committed to your practice. At Stanley Combatives, they treat you with the utmost respect, and the dojo is exceptionally clean and well-organized.
Posted 3 years ago
jared eisenstein

Highly Recommend!!! Stanley Combatives has given me the best training all around for Self Defense, Muy Thai, Brazilian Jujitsu, etc. You feel like your family at this gym! The location is great, the gym is amazing and the people are incredible. Brian Stanley and staff are extremely knowledgeable. Without their experience, my training would have gone downhill. The best decision for me and my training is being at Stanley Combatives.
Posted 3 years ago
Erica Seeley

They offer many class options as well as private lessons. My 7 year old and I took private lessons over the summer and had such a great time that we now attend regularly for Muay Thai class.
Posted 3 years ago
Xxenon18

Six months ago I attended my first Muay Thai class at Stanley combatives. In the little amount of time I’ve been there my striking has greatly improved. The team here is very friendly and the support system is great for beginners or advanced combatives. I’m very glad I was able to find and join this group of individuals.
Posted 3 years ago
Will M

Stanley Combatives gives excellent training in striking, grappling, and edged weapons. Everyone is welcoming and willing to help new students. SC has quickly become like a family to me.
Posted 3 years ago
Justin Johnson

If you want to learn traditional Muay Thai fighting, this is the place to be in the city.
Posted 3 years ago
Judith Meyer

Amazing gym! Has amazing people and classes!! Owner is super nice!! Definitely works you hard! But it's a lot of fun!!
Posted 3 years ago
Bryce Owens

Stanley Combatives is the truth! If you are looking for authentic Muay Thai and Brazilian Jujitsu with a side of self defense and conditioning, look no further! I’ve been here for a few weeks but since the first day i knew there was something different about these guys compared to other Martial Arts gyms. At the other ones I’ve checked out, it seemed so tense and business like. Like the main thing was money not Martial Arts. But here, i felt welcomed. From day one you feel like a valued member of the team whether you are on a trial or have a membership. The people here are so nice and down to earth. All of them share the common interest of getting better and healthier as well as having fun. I got a genuine vibe from them that made me feel like i was apart of the family. All of these factored made me join as soon as possible and i don’t regret it!! But be ready! If you come, you better come prepared! These guys are the real deal!! Get ready for one of the best Martial Arts/Self Defense/ Workout you will ever experience!
Posted 3 years ago
Marquis Wright

Where to begin… this is a amazing place very well rounded self defense classes. They offer Muay Thai, Brazilian jujitsu, knife training and self defense. The vibes are great! Very accepting and encouraging environment everyone pushes each other to greatness. And when you get tired, u can depend on the class hype man to give you your second wind lol. If you need to learn self defense this is a great place to learn it and trust me it gets better and better everyday! See you there!!
Posted 4 years ago
Reginald Cooper II

I have been going to this school for about two years and this place has quickly become a home for me. The training here is top notch in terms of striking and grappling. Everyone here I have grown to see as family and friends that I hangout with outside of the gym. Everyone here trains hard and looks out for you while training. I could not have asked for a better gym to make me a better person and a better fighter both physically and mentally.
Posted 4 years ago
Alexander Boonie

Before I worked with Coach Brian and the group, I barely talked to anyone and lacked confidence in myself. But when I joined up, I started to feel like I could be myself around others. I feel like I'm home at Stanley Combatives. For that, I'm grateful.
Posted 4 years ago
Jeremy Ramirez

Stanley Combatives is just honestly a great martial arts gym the teachers and the people here are kind and they push you to your limits to the point when you are having so much fun and there are different classes you can take and they are all great because you are learning different things
Posted 4 years ago
Carlo Bernoni

Stanley Combatives is an amazing school. Coach Brian and his team of coaches are very supportive and skilled. They know how to motivate and encourage, all while being firm at the same time. My wife and I signed our teenage son up almost six months ago, and his confidence level has soared. It’s so nice to have something our son looks forward to without asking him ten times to get ready! When it’s time for class, he’s ready to go and looks forward to it because he feels like he’s part of a team. Coach Brian cares about his coaches, his team, and teaching authentic Muay Thai, which shows in everything he does. Respect All, Fear None!
Posted 4 years ago
rka

Great experience, learned a lot on the first day.
Posted 4 years ago
Dale Eck

Excellent place(Kai)to learn Muay Thai.
Posted 4 years ago
Emmalia Alao

I was looking to get in some training while I was in Maryland for a short visit. I came across this gym and the experience was great. I was able to get in good training and was even allowed to spar with the rest of the team. Super friendly team and a coach that really cares!
Posted 5 years ago
Dmg Dmg

The owner and his senior students for patient and very helpful. It was a wonderful workout and my son and I learned some fundamentals.
Posted 5 years ago
Alexandra Rizzo

Cannot recommend Brian & his team enough. Four months ago, I was followed from a shopping center, attacked, and robbed by two people. I have had PTSD since the incident, specifically when running errands by myself. I have only taken four classes here so far but can already tell it has had a really positive effect on how I feel going out in public and with the ability to defend myself again if necessary. I joined as soon as I could. When you have your sense of safety taken away from you, it is extremely hard to get it back - so this is more than a work out for me. Grateful to do it with people who encourage me to learn and improve.
Posted 6 years ago
Daniel Ramirez

The best place out there. Plain and simple.
Posted 6 years ago
Minor Inconvenience

This is truly an amazing martial arts gym. The instructors are incredibly friendly and helpful, the gym itself is very clean and fun to workout in, and the other students are always willing to help and answer any questions you may have. Every student has been willing to work with me every class and takes the time to make sure I know what I'm doing while we train. Everyone is here to learn and there is zero judgement. All skill levels are welcomed. I personally have trained at two other gyms and must admit that this gym has made it incredibly fun and easy to jump in and get started, easier than any other gym I've trained at. The school is growing and constantly has team events that everyone enrolled is invited to. Nothing is stopping you from coming in and trying a class so be sure to stop in, every student will come in and greet you when you do, just like they did with me. No matter what your goal is, whether it be fitness or self defense, you will have a great time reaching it.
Posted 7 years ago
Cassidy Broschart

This gym is truly incredible. I have been attending classes for a week now and not only do you get an amazing workout but the team really makes you feel like family. I can't wait to continue my training here! If I could give it a 12 out of 5 stars I would.
Posted 7 years ago
Natalie Hopkins

I've been training with this team for a little over a week now and it has been such a rush. Not only have I gotten a good workout in every class, but I've learned proper technique and have been welcomed in as part of the family. Without a doubt one of the best workout and bonding experiences I've ever had. 12/10 recommend!
Posted 7 years ago
Alex Wilhelm

Great place to train and gain a new family. The owner is extremely friendly and caring and will help you gain the goals you are after! Extremely good workouts and self defense lessons! I highly recommend this School!🐺🙏
Posted 7 years ago
Emily

The staff is extremely welcoming and friendly! They answered (and even encouraged) all my questions. They make the environment open and fun!
Posted 7 years ago
amy vann

Great group of members and amazing instructors.
Posted 7 years ago
Maurice Vann

Awesome place to train. Great staff and exceptional instructors.
Posted 7 years ago
Kyle Drugan

This gym is exactly what I was looking for when I set out to find a place to train in Muay Thai. Instructor Brian Stanley is excellent at what he does, and has an extensive background in martial arts. The classes are fun, challenging, and practical for use in real-life situations. Brain is passionate about teaching, and is always willing to go the extra mile to help his students. The gym is clean and well-maintained, and it has plenty of bags, pads, and equipment for training.
Posted 7 years ago
Stacy Redmond

Highly recommend! This is a great place to train! Head instructor Brian Stanley is extremely knowledgeable and truly cares about his students and is passionate about what he is teaching! If you are looking for a team environment and learning some real life self-defense techniques I highly recommend checking them out!!
Posted 7 years ago
Kawon Mooring

Amazing gym real techniques I am learning. Even though I came from an different gym, I was still received an warm welcoming family environment. Stanley Combatives has given me opportunity to learn and become more humble. Appreciating real the real culture of Muay Thai and Mastro Defense System
Posted 8 years ago
xavier logan

I’m a student at this gym, they have great atmosphere very energetic and the people here are amazing teachers and a great team...best decision I’ve ever made joining
Posted 8 years ago
kijian LNG

Great place to train , learn ,and meet great people!
Posted 8 years ago
Bryan Upshur

On my 30th birthday I woke, looked down, and realized I was fat. Something had to change. Lifting weights and running could work but I need more excitement to happily keep coming back. I talked to my co-worker and she invited me to Stanley Combatives. I’ve been to two classes in three days and this is the place for me. I’ve read some of the other reviews and I agree: Coach Brian is both knowledgeable and welcoming. As a novice, I appreciate his willingness to teach and his genuine excitement to train. Even more impressive is the way Coach Brian’s approach is mirrored by the other students. At no time did I feel judged for my lack of experience. In fact, everyone took the time to introduce themselves during warm ups and treated me as if I was already a friend. I’m glad I found this class and I look forward to coming back. I highly recommend including it in your routine.
Posted 8 years ago
Zack Morris

The team at Stanley Combatives was great and very welcoming to me during my first time training with them. I have no past experience in any martial arts so the patience and expertise that was shown to me throughout the workout was very appreciated. Kru Brian sets a great example as far as respect and creating a tight knit team that is working to perfect their craft at the highest level while also having fun and enjoying what they are doing
Posted 8 years ago
Sheila Bello-Class

I've been coming to this place since late July last year. I felt welcomed immediately by Kru Brian and the entire team. Kru Brian is an excellent coach; he is passionate about teaching others what he knows. He is also great at what he does. The team is amazing. This is the place to come and spend your time. You’ll learn more about yourself than you can ever imagine. THANKS for all you do Kru Brian!
Posted 8 years ago
James Richardson

You will not find a more knowledgeable and humble instructor. Brian truly loves what he does and brings that energy to his instruction. Highly recommend joining this family.
Posted 8 years ago
Michael Blake

I’ve beem with Brian for 5 years. Excellent coach, knowledgeable, patient teacher. You will learn techniques the right way. Highly recommended Stanley Combatives
Posted 8 years ago
C

Training at Stanley Combatives is a completely different experience. Kru Brian Stanley breaks down every drill and shows variances of each combination so it can become more applicable. I have been training here for a little over a year now and I feel that I have not only grown as a Martial Artist but as a person as well.
Posted 8 years ago
John Roberts

SC is a top notch training academy that provides very realistic and practical combative training for any skill level. The facility is amazing and the entire team is like a big family. If you are looking for a place to put in some work and have fun doing it, this is the place for you.
Posted 8 years ago
Dylan Hannahoe

I've learned many things from Kru Brian Stanley and the team is great, the school is sanitized and clean I've been training for 4 years with Kru Brian and the team Ive learned all of the stuff i know today and I couldn't thank him and the team anymore because it put me on good path to follow.
Posted 8 years ago
Robia Langlois

If you’re looking for a place to train in Mastro Defence System, Filipino dirty boxing or Muay Thai, look no further! I have been training with Stanley Combatives for about 3 years now and this has been one of the best decisions I have made thus far. The environment is welcoming and also introduces an atmosphere that lets you accomplish your goals.
Posted 8 years ago
Kenneth Lewis

I have known Brian Stanley for over 6 years and trained with him personally and I can tell I have never known or been trained by a better man. Not only is his knowledge and experience of Muay Thai, dirty boxing, and MDS the best in Maryland, his passion to create a family environment and a place that you can learn and feel wanted is remarkable. The new facility is top notch and a force to be reckoned with.
Posted 8 years ago
Javier Alfaro

Kru and the instructors are extremely knowledgeable, highly motivated, and awesome people to be around. I've never been in a gym with a better vibe. No matter what your goal is, Stanley Combatives is what you're looking for.
Posted 8 years ago
jahnee waller

Stanley Combatives is an amazing place to train and get fit! I have been train with the team for a few years now. Everyone at the gym is really welcoming and they all want to help you reach your training goals!! If your looking for a good place to train I definitely recommend Stanley Combatives
Posted 8 years ago
Madison Lundy

Stanley Combatives is such a great place to train at for fun or to boost your knowledge. Everyone there is just great I've been training there for almost a year and it's really helped me and other people there. Kru Brian is a very intelligent instructor along with the many other coaches. They point out your flaws and adjust them at the same time. You'll never forget your time there and you wouldn't want to train anywhere else!
Posted 8 years ago
Lorenzo Fragala

Stanley Combatives is one the best of the best training facilities anywhere, hands down! Coach Brian is the real deal! His combative skills as an instructor and as a fighter make him, with out a doubt, a BAMF yet humble... a true warrior! The combination of Muay Thai, Filipino Dirty Boxing and the Mastro Defense System are GOAT for self defense training. I highly recommend Stanley Combatives to any skilled fighter or beginner. I am so confident in Coach Brian‘s capabilities that I will refund your first months tuition if you don’t find him to be the real deal, just message me here. (You must give it your best effort for 30 days and have never trained with Coach Brian).
Posted 8 years ago
Peter L

I stumbled upon Brian Stanley, Kru Brian - Stanley Combatives, from hearing him on 98 Rock, The Morning Show with Justin, Scott, and Spiegel, talking about Fred Mastro (someone I had been following on YouTube for awhile, and always wanted to learn from). I thought to myself "maybe I'll reach out to him...what do I have to lose...probably won't hear from him anyway". I got a call from Brian the same day. Within a half hour of talking with him, his humility helped dilute my "shock and awe", we set up our first private lesson, met the following week, and I fell in love with his teachings. Since then, and quickly-after to be honest, Brian became a mentor, a role model, a friend, a best friend, a brother, my family. His humility only has one challenger and that is his expertise. You won't hear it from him, because he is still, and always be, a student in his eyes....again, "humble city". His gym and his team are the best!! Whether you are a beginner or an expert, his team, his family, is the one to seek. There is a broad range of classes based on skill, broad areas of teachings (Muay Thai, Filipino Dirty Boxing [Santukan/Panantukan], and -THE FIRST- U.S. Representative of Mastro Defense System, MDS Maryland), and a family, one-for-all-all-for-one mentality. One would be foolish to not seek Brian and his team out.
Posted 8 years ago
Lewis Sechler

Have been training with them for the last few years. Every class is both challenging and fun. KRU Brian is a fantastic instructor/mentor and his coaches and students are personable and inviting to all who wish to train. The new facility is clean, well equipped and conveniently located.
Posted 8 years ago
Aundre H

Great place to train and great instructors! You go in expecting to be a student but also gain a family. Instruction is top notch. Come prepared to work!
Posted 8 years ago
M Burch

Kru Brian's passion to the art, history and tradition of Muay Thai and most importantly his students, is what brings me back each class. There is a bond that you don't see very much between Kru/Coach and student but its present here and that’s being a family.
Posted 8 years ago
healerjay

If you are looking for a very high quality, no-nonsense school that has a very high caliber of "real life experience" instruction, then Stanley Combatives is your place. The workout room is state-of-the-art and the training is designed to prepare you for real world situations. Brian Stanley is not only a master in teaching combative techniques that work, he is just an all around quality person. You will not be disappointed!!
Posted 8 years ago
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As a member of Stanley Combative’s, I have enjoyed my time training with the dedicated staff in a great facility. Whether you are looking to get in shape, or learning how to protect yourself, Stanley Combative’s is a one stop shop. They have all the necessary equipment, and support to help you not only train, but to get in shape as well. They will show you around the facility, and afterwards do not pressure you into joining their establishment. Tthere is no contract with small print which would preclude you from leaving your membership when ready. Once a member, you will be hooked after the first time you take a training session with any of the coaches. My coach Brian Stanley, has been extremely knowledgeable, and passionate about what he does. He takes the time to teach you techniques, while guiding you to master those during the session. At other gyms you may find trainers who talk excessively during the session limiting your workout, but at Stanley Combative’s, it’s all about putting in the work, and training hard. Whether you are new to fighting and self-defense, or have trained previous, Stanley Combative’s is the place for you. Once you visit Stanley Combative’s you too will see what I have, there is no BS, they are not in it for the money, but are there to share their passion, and train you to enjoy it as well.
Posted 8 years ago
Gunner Lyles

Awesome facility coach Stanley is the best coach I have ever been instructed by he's not just your coach he is also a loyal friend and the team are very kind and respectful and we just help each other and better one another and help anyone progress that will join in the future not just a team but a family
Posted 8 years ago
Sabrina Reedy

The school is great The facility is new and clean! The coaches and people are even better.Kru Brian is an amazing instructor who really puts his time into helping people. Everyone is so welcoming and so supportive. Overall, a great workout as well!
Posted 8 years ago
Chris Grimm

The school itself is great - it’s a brand new facility that’s clean and has all the necessary equipment to train. The coaches and people are even better. You can improve without all the fancy new equipment, but you can’t improve without Kru Brian and the amazing instructors who pick out your every flaw and help you improve at an awesome pace. 6/5 stars overall. Everyone is welcoming and supportive. You learn a lot. It’s a damn good workout, and just fun as heck.
Posted 8 years ago
Jake Stephan

I love training here. Kru Brian is a very knowledgeable instructor. I wouldn't train anywhere else.
Posted 8 years ago
Dionna Williams

I cannot speak highly enough about Stanley Combatives! Kru Brian is incredibly knowledgeable in Muay Thai, Filipino Martial Arts, and the Mastro Defense System. As a result, I've learned both ring sport and practical, street applicable means of self defense. Equally important to Kru Brian is the entire Team of coaches and students who all work together as a unit to improve and accomplish our personal goals. I've practiced martial arts and other combat sports for more than 15 years and have never been around a group of people who genuinely love and support each other, with no egos, who come together from all walks of life to have fun and train. Stop by and try out a class or two - I promise you won't be disappointed!
Posted 8 years ago
AgingPersian

Outstanding place and amazing group of people. Great, helpful coaches. You will learn useful skills in a supportive environment. Not a typical martial arts or MMA place. You wont get some young, crazy kid yelling at you to do more burpees.
Posted 8 years ago
Shawn Fennell

If you want to be prepared in true self defense for the unexpected, this is the place for you. This isnt about money, rankings, or for show, this about helping yourself and others to fend off evil. The atmosphere is fantastic, the Kru is phenomenal, coaches are outstanding, and after putting in the work, you will be ready for the unexpected! Guaranteed! It is a team and everybody helps one another! I always come out of there with a positive, confident mind, looking to help other people because that is how we do it here at Stanley Combative's! We are SC! So, check us out and train with us! You won’t regret it.
Posted 8 years ago