ARMADA MMA
About
ARMADA MMA offers comprehensive training across multiple martial arts disciplines including MMA, Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, Muay Thai, and wrestling. The gym is led by founder and head instructor Omar Kasdi, a 3rd-degree BJJ black belt under Carlson Gracie Team, 2022 IBJJF No-gi World Champion, and professional MMA fighter. He is supported by a team of experienced instructors including Kryspin Turczynski and Ian Murray for Jiu Jitsu, Dominik Ciliak for kickboxing, and Jonathan Pagni for wrestling, all with impressive competitive backgrounds. The facility maintains a clean environment and provides numerous class options that stand out among local gyms.
reviewsWhat Members Say
Members consistently praise the exceptional coaching staff, particularly highlighting head instructor Omar Kasdi as a master teacher who provides personal attention to students at all skill levels. Reviewers note the welcoming atmosphere with positive vibes and dedicated students, along with the gym's cleanliness and extensive class schedule. Many mention that training extends beyond regular hours with weekend sessions and conditioning workouts, and they appreciate the competition opportunities where fighters have achieved championship success. The overall sentiment is that this is an amazing gym with professional coaches who treat everyone with respect while helping them develop skills and fitness.
rate_reviewGoogle Reviews (5)
Augusto Arias
11 months ago
I’m on my 3rd month with Team Armada and I don’t regret my decision on training at this dojo. Sensei Omar (Head coach/Owner) is dedicated on improving the Mixed Martial Art skill set of his students wether your a beginner, intermediate, or advanced. He not only trains his students during his working hours on regular class schedules, but goes above and beyond to train on weekends with the team and takes us out on Runs/Conditioning sessions. The Rest of the coaching is staff is filled with experienced professionals. Mentors you can rely on. On top of all this this dojo offers competition events for you to practically apply what you’ve learned and compete.( So Far I’ve attended two and all our competing fighters were champions!) I love the cleanliness of this dojo, the welcoming atmosphere, and loyal/dedicated students this dojo has to offer. Come join and be apart of this wonderful team that I am grateful to be apart of. TEAM ARMADA!!!!
phoenix nwokedi
6 months ago
I went to Armada over my summer break to continue training Muay Thai and had an absolutely amazing time training here. The coaching staff is excellent, expierenced and extremely willing to help you develop in all areas. At my short time here Armada has helped me greatly develop my skills and fitness. Overall an amazing gym for athletes of all level!
Kevin Wong
5 months ago
I started training here when I moved to the east bay and it was a no brainer to pick sensei Omar’s gym. The number of classes to take make this gym especially a standout among the other gyms in the east bay. Not to mention the positive vibes everyone has! Armada is the gym to train for anyone looking to start or up their martial arts game.
Ethan Ojukwu
5 months ago
You will not find a better gym than this, or instructor better than Omar. For all levels, no matter how beginner or advanced. Omar is a master of many different martial arts but is also so gifted at teaching and improving each of his students personally.
Javier Soler Varona
6 months ago
Amazing gym with great professionals as coaches. They treat everyone with respect and give personal attention to all levels, from beginners to experts. Definitely the best gym for martial arts in the Bay Area
Contact
1922 Webster St Suite C, Oakland, CA 94612, USA
scheduleHours
Monday: 6:45 – 8:30 AM, 4:15 – 9:00 PM
Tuesday: 6:45 – 8:30 AM, 12:00 – 1:30 PM, 5:00 – 9:00 PM
Wednesday: 6:45 – 8:30 AM, 4:15 – 9:00 PM
Thursday: 6:45 – 8:30 AM, 12:00 – 1:30 PM, 5:00 – 9:00 PM
Friday: 6:45 – 8:30 AM, 4:15 – 9:00 PM
Saturday: 9:30 AM – 1:00 PM
Sunday: Closed
groupCoaches & Instructors
Omar Kasdi
Founder and Head Instructor
3rd-degree BJJ black belt (Carlson Gracie Team), 2022 IBJJF No-gi World Champion, Pro MMA fighter
Born in Paris, started Judo at 10, added Boxing and Wing Chun. Discovered BJJ at 16. Trained/coached BJJ and fought pro MMA. Head instructor at Gracie Fighter Berkeley. 30+ years martial arts experience.
Kryspin Turczynski
Jiu Jitsu Instructor
BJJ black belt under Omar Kasdi
Trains under Sensei Omar. Teaches morning fundamentals classes, assists with admin/marketing. Also teaches at Carlson Gracie affiliate Rio Combat Team in Alameda.
Dominik Ciliak
Kickboxing Instructor
Competes in MMA, Muay Thai, and BJJ with winning records
Born in Slovakia, started training in Oakland under Omar 6 years ago. Teaches Muay Thai and MMA. Former professional soccer player for Slovakia.
Ian Murray
Judo and Jiu Jitsu Instructor
BJJ black belt under Omar Kasdi
30 years martial arts experience in Judo, BJJ, Karate, Muay Thai, Wrestling, Wing Chun, Eskrima, Jun Fan JKD. Trains with Omar since 2011. Works as doctor of occupational therapy.
Jonathan Pagni
Wrestling Instructor
1st-degree BJJ black belt under Omar Kasdi, 2012 All-Japan Combat Wrestling National Champion
23 years martial arts experience. Wrestled in high school and coached. Trained wrestling in France. Style based on strong fundamentals, finesse, tempo control.