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Third Gate Defense and Fitness
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Third Gate Defense and Fitness

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About

Third Gate Defense and Fitness offers comprehensive martial arts training in mixed martial arts, boxing, and Muay Thai. The gym features a diverse team of experienced instructors including Head Instructor Sam Kane, Fitness Lead Laura Eller, and General Manager Amber Kane, with specialized expertise such as Clarence Osteen's yoga certification. This creates a structured environment where members can develop skills across multiple disciplines while receiving professional guidance tailored to individual goals.

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Members consistently praise the welcoming, family-like atmosphere where everyone feels included regardless of fitness level or background. They highlight the patient, skilled instructors who create a safe space free from toxic gym culture while providing excellent self-defense and fitness instruction. Reviewers specifically mention feeling empowered after classes and appreciate how coaches tailor training to individual goals with structured, intentional teaching. The overall experience leaves members feeling accomplished and looking forward to returning for more training.

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Rebecca Rhode

a year ago

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The wonderful coaches at Third Gate Defense have created a safe space within a world of toxic gym culture. On top of their excellent fitness and self-defense instruction, they lead each experience with respect, inclusion and care. I would recommend this gym to people of all walks of life. You don't have to be a "gym bro" to fit in, and you can expect to meet your personal health goals.

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Jorge Zavala

3 years ago

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Great environment…..Great classes…. Even greater instructors. Everyone makes you feel like family as soon as you walk through the doors.

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schrelle mclendon jones

3 years ago

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Absolutely wonderful experience!! The instructors are patient, informative, and most importantly, want you to succeed. The atmosphere is super friendly-I felt like family from the time I walked in. I left feeling empowered and proud of what I’d accomplished in just my first session. Definitely looking forward to future training classes!

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Brittani Lee

a year ago

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Absolutely LOVE their self defense class! I’ve done a few in the past and they are by far one of the best locations I’ve been to. They truly teach you so much and it’s great for any level of fitness. I felt ready to take on the world afterwards! You will also get a WORKOUT out of it which was an added bonus for me. Highly recommend them!

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Jasmine Holcomeb

2 years ago

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Great place to train! Skilled professionals that are willing to train u up to perfect your skills in whatever your personal endeavors are with the sport! I love their willingness to guide, correct, challenge and strategically teach me here, to perfect my ability to escape, defend and protect. ❤️ Very structured, consistent, and intentional teaching. Great practice !

Contact

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3414 Hessmer Ave, Metairie, LA 70002, USA

scheduleHours

Monday: 6:00 AM – 7:30 PM

Tuesday: 6:00 AM – 7:30 PM

Wednesday: 7:00 AM – 7:30 PM

Thursday: 7:00 AM – 7:30 PM

Friday: 7:00 AM – 7:30 PM

Saturday: 9:00 AM – 12:30 PM

Sunday: 9:00 – 10:00 AM

groupCoaches & Instructors

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Simonette Berry

Instructor

Training Krav Maga since 2016. Loves that it's for everyone and builds confidence to walk in peace.

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Drew Hawkins

Instructor

Training Krav Maga for over six years. Loves its brutal efficiency as a self-defense system.

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Chris Lee

Instructor

Training Krav Maga for 8 years. Loves the mental benefits of learning, pushing limits, and helping others.

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Clarence Osteen

Instructor

Yoga certification from Yoga Krewe (2018)

Began practicing yoga as a teenager. Certified yoga instructor who looks forward to sharing its benefits.

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Sam Kane

Head Instructor

Training and teaching Krav Maga for 11 years. Loves the ever-evolving system for self-defense regardless of skill or physical ability.

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Laura Eller

Fitness Lead / Instructor

Trained in Krav Maga for 8 years. Ready to share the defense tools Krav Maga has provided with her community.

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Amber Kane

Instructor / General Manager

Training Krav Maga for seven years, instructing for two. Loves it for health and learning vital skills.

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Russ Almaraz

Instructor

Enjoys the peace of mind Krav Maga gives and hopes to pass on this amazing discipline to others.