Karasu Tengu Academy

If you’re wondering whether KTA is the right MMA gym for you, stop thinking and start a trial. You won’t regret it. This family-run MMA gym is a rare gem with a welcoming, no-ego culture. The coaches—especially Walter—are highly experienced, approachable, and excellent with both beginners and advanced students. KTA offers high-quality MMA training for kids and adults, whether you’re brand new to combat sports or looking to level up your skills. Classes are smartly structured, confidence-building, and genuinely fun—engaging both body and mind in a way most gyms miss. It’s the kind of gym you’ll be excited to come back to after every class. If you’re looking for beginner-friendly MMA, kids MMA programs, or a supportive, family-focused MMA gym, KTA is exceptional. You’ll know what I mean the moment after your first class.

My daughter struggles with severe anxiety and has never been able to stay committed to a sport—until now. She has been with KTA for 6 months, starting with private lessons and now confidently joining group classes. The coaches are incredibly supportive and accommodating, and the positive environment has completely transformed her confidence and determination. We’re so grateful we found KTA and highly recommend them to anyone looking for a MMA gym that truly cares about their students!

Hands down the best gym I’ve been to. Amazing environment, great coaches, and everyone is extremely welcoming.

My experience at KTA from the people to the classes all around is a great gym the leaders in this place have helped me grow into the fighter I want to be and continue to grow into the fighter I can be. Walter pushes us in a positive direction to help us grow and I never have experienced anything negative it’s a family like gym kids are welcomed and they treat everyone like family grateful to be a part of a awesome gym

This place is amazing my son love it here Great for learning skills and drills