Our Classes

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  • COMING AUGUST 2025. The women only class is a BJJ class open to women of ALL levels. Led by a female instructor, this class is a great place for women to find community in a male-dominated sport. Small children are welcome to come with you :)

  • We offer private training sessions for serious MMA athletes to improve on specific skills or conditioning leading up to a fight. Contact Clay for details!

  • We do not yet offer kids’ classes. Children 14 and up are welcome to join our adult classes with parental consent. Younger children may be considered on a case-by-case basis if the parent is also training.

  • Clay is a dedicated martial arts and conditioning coach with over 12 years of experience. His training philosophy is person-centered, emphasizing a solid foundation in wellness. Clay holds a brown belt in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu under Renzo Gracie Black Belt Tim Mannon and serves as the head kickboxing instructor at Team Mannon BJJ Academy in Blacksburg, VA. His full list of credentials is as follows:

    • Brown Belt in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu

    • Head kickboxing instructor at Team Mannon BJJ Academy

    • Experience with professional and collegiate athletes.

    • USA Boxing registered Coach.

    • Certified Personal Trainer (NETA)

    • (CVFO) Certified Veterans Fitness Operative

    • Graduate of University of Health and Performance

    • M.A. Counseling & Executive Leadership

    • Bio Force Strength and Conditioning Certified Coach

    • Board of Directors Together With Veterans SWVA

    • Board of Advisors Veteran Bushido Brotherhood

    • OIF-OEF Army Infantry Veteran

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Our Coaches