AAMAA Greenville Academy Mixed Martial Arts TEAM GAMMA

“The Best Jiu Jitsu around ! Jay is a friendly, knowledgeable, experienced instructor! They are family friendly! Me and my two kids love it here! I wouldn't go or take them anywhere else!”

“This is the place you are looking for right in downtown Greenville this bjj gym has a family like environment and greats beginners with open arms and jay is a expert black belt who will lead you on whatever your goal is I would recommend this gym to anyone expert or beginner :)”

“I walked into this gym over 8 1/2 years ago and told the owner I wanted to fight. He tried to stifle his laughter because I wasn't the first person to cross the threshold of his gym with the words "want to fight" coming out of his mouth. But I did it. As I was training, James asked me if I was going to stay after my fight. I promised I would, and I'm glad I did. Super nice people to train with; I forged some lasting friendships, and fell in love with this beautiful martial art. The size of the gym won't impress you, but what's inside will. The dudes (and women) who train there are as tough as they come. I've rolled with these cats, and they are as tenacious and as fundamentally sound as any other practitioners. I've trained at gyms in Ohio, Pennsylvania, and my new home, Virginia, and I can tell you the only differences, comparatively, between those gyms and the Little Gym That Could, is enrollment. I never got outclassed on the mats when I visited other gyms. James is very knowledgeable of the craft, and is very astute in selecting fair opponents for his fighters. I've always known him to be trustworthy. He took a chance with me, and if you're interested in learning jiu jitsu, you should give him a chance as well.”

“If you have plans of becoming a martial arts athlete or competitor, you can't pick a better place to start at, or even further discover your journey at. People of all ages and backgrounds come together to one gym under one roof where we all practice and grow and realize we aren't all that different in the end. Some are stellar competitors, lifelong athletes, some are hobbyists, others are somewhere in between. But you'll learn quickly everyone shares similar goals and just want to help each other grow. Don't hesitate to try a lesson, I truly believe there's no better environment to be in and I'm more than honored to train at this gym and be part of the community. Coach Jay is a hybrid of a seasoned competitor and a leader people can trust time and time again. As a business owner and coach I have yet to meet someone cooler and more down to earth than him. Not to mention the coolest training partners I've got the pleasure to be around.”

“Great school and great people. I've trained for 7 years and this is one of the safest academy's I've ever been to. Jay is a great coach and really cares about his students. I made so many great friends there! If you are in town, PLEASE check it out. You won't regret it!”