10th Planet Kansas City Jiu Jitsu / Lone Wolf MMA
About
This martial arts gym offers comprehensive training in multiple disciplines including MMA, Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, Muay Thai, and kickboxing. The coaching staff is led by owner and head coach Jeremy Whorton, a 10th Planet Black Belt, supported by fellow black belt Blake Whorton, brown belt James Regina who serves as both BJJ instructor and MMA coach, purple belt Erick Theno as head kids' instructor, and purple belt Josh Denney as head wrestling coach. The facility is clean and professional, sharing space with Beatniks Dance Studio which contributes to a respectful, well-mannered environment.
reviewsWhat Members Say
Members consistently praise the welcoming, family-like atmosphere where everyone feels included regardless of experience level. They highlight patient, technical instruction from coaches Jeremy, Blake, James, and others, noting how the gym has helped with weight loss, social anxiety, and personal growth. Reviewers emphasize the clean facility, low-stress environment with no egos, and the strong community that extends beyond training sessions. Specific coaches receive frequent mention for their hospitality and expertise, with visitors from other regions noting they felt immediately welcomed and learned valuable techniques to take back to their home gyms.
rate_reviewGoogle Reviews (5)
John Nelson
2 months ago
Visited 10th Planet Kansas City while on business. Coach Blake is a very patient and technical instructor. Very welcoming members, clean facility and fun scraps.
Chip K
a year ago
Friendly, clean, low-stress, and curriculum-based way to learn the most essential martial art for grappling and self-defense. I have trained there for two years and never heard of or witnessed anyone beat up, humiliated, or even lose their temper. Space shared with Beatniks Dance Studio guarantees everyone is well-mannered. No egos, just mutual encouragement and like-minded fellowship that extends beyond the gym.
Stephen Kirkbride
5 months ago
I've been training at 10th Planet for 5 years, and I cannot give it higher praise. Coach Jeremy and Coach Blake have created a community of people that care about training and growing as martial artists--but also care about each other as people. If you are a parent looking for a way to teach your children self-confidence or self-defense, this place is a must. If you are hoping to find an academy where you can learn this amazing art called Jiu Jitsu or start a career in MMA, this is the place! Come train with us!!
J.D. Mitchell
8 years ago
I stopped by here while working in the KC area and was glad I did. While I am from the South and appreciate Southern hospitability, Jeremy, James, Blake and the boys went above and beyond and made me feel like family. In addition to the friendly atmosphere the level of competition and technical acumen was superb. They train four nights a week with standup preceding the BJJ class three of the four nights. The BJJ is 10th Planet and totally worth it (great training and the coolest rash guards around). I train at a predominately gi oriented school but will definitely be taking back some of the techniques I learned. If you are in the KC area and are looking for a place to train I highly recommend Lone Wolf MMA.
James Carter
a year ago
I began attending classes here with a friend, initially feeling hesitant as I hadn’t done any cardio in quite some time. However, by following the coaches’ guidance, I quickly became immersed in the process. Soon enough, I found myself fully engaged, purchasing rash guards, and becoming a part of an incredible community I hadn’t known existed. The Tenth Planet community, and Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu as a whole, have had a profound impact on my life—helping me lose 40 pounds, manage social anxiety, and providing a valuable structure for personal growth and learning.
scheduleHours
Monday: 4:45 – 9:30 PM
Tuesday: 11:00 AM – 12:30 PM, 5:30 – 9:30 PM
Wednesday: 4:45 – 9:30 PM
Thursday: 11:00 AM – 12:30 PM, 6:00 – 9:30 PM
Friday: 6:30 – 7:30 PM
Saturday: 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Sunday: 10:00 – 11:00 AM
groupCoaches & Instructors
Jeremy Whorton
Owner / Head Coach
10th Planet Black Belt
10th Planet Black Belt and Owner of 10th Planet Kansas City / Lone Wolf MMA. Has coached MMA fighters for over 18 years and practiced martial arts for over 26 years.
Blake Whorton
BJJ Instructor
10th Planet Black Belt
10th Planet Black Belt who has competed in MMA and NO-GI jiu-jitsu competitions.
James Regina
BJJ Instructor / MMA Coach
10th Planet Brown Belt
10th Planet Brown Belt and active professional MMA fighter who has competed in high-level jiu-jitsu tournaments (PGF, WNO).
Erick Theno
Head Kids' Instructor
10th Planet Purple Belt
Head Kids' Instructor, a 10th Planet Purple Belt and music teacher in North Kansas City.
Josh Denney
Head Wrestling Coach
10th Planet Purple Belt
Navy Veteran, 10th Planet Purple Belt and Head Wrestling Coach. Experienced college wrestler who has competed in MMA and jiu-jitsu tournaments.