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First off Professor Motta is a very talented highly motivated teacher that I have the up most respect for, however after reading some social media posts that his staff put online I have decided to leave this gym along with several other people who are very concerned for their health and safety. Long story short his brown belt Ally Varallo along with her husband have in my opinion turned this location into a coronavirus hot bed due to their constant exposure to COVID-19 and their reluctant attitudes to not quarantine and take this virus seriously. I know of at least a dozen people who have come down with this disease who train at Prime. I will let you be the judge and read Ally's post for yourself so you can draw your own conclusion. According to her own words straight from the horses mouth her husband is constantly exposed to coronavirus over and over again and yet they show up to train and breath the same air in small 30ft X 40ft mat full of people. I am outraged that there are people this disgusting, smug, narrow minded and just plain un patriotic that would put the fellow people they train with at so much risk. In my opinion they should be charged with attempted man slaughter for potentially putting so many people at risk of death. Professor Marcelo!!! This person is not your friend. She only cares about her own interests first and you second. A true friend would never post something so utterly pompous about your students who train jiu jitsu and then show up at your business knowing full well that she is constantly exposed to COVID-19. She is not only putting your students at risk but your lively hood as well. Don't higher staff that defecates where they eat!

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WORST EXPERIENCE!!! My son was treated unfairly by staff and coaches. Never made to feel welcome! Don't waste your time or your money!

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Mercs Jiu-jitsu MMA Fitness - A great roll

Mercs Jiu-jitsu MMA Fitness

5.0(7 reviews)
4.4 mi

Needed a workout fix while I was here. I heard good things about this spot so I had to check it…read moreout. AMBIANCE: Parking: Plenty! It's in a plaza filled with eatery and hobby spots. I didn't find any issues looking for parking. Feels: The area is filled with other eatery and hobby spots so for parents dropping their kids off for their class or looking to eat something, thrift shop, get comics, there are some spots here to hang around. The gym itself is pretty cool. It's pretty clean and spacious. There's a toddler section for kids to play, there's a wall of fame where customers share their accomplishment medals and two workout stations. Their restrooms are clean and they got an ice bath! WORKOUT SESSION: We did the strength and conditioning workout and they put you to work out. I like the pair system and the circuit station. The people were pretty supportive and my entire body got a workout. CUSTOMER SERVICE: Jody and Justin are awesome! Friendly people and supportive of our health goals. TL; DR OVERALL: 5 Stars. Reasonable price, great workout choices, and good company. I appreciate the overall vibes here. Usually, these spots are intimidating but once knowing them is really fun. Nothing flashy but professional and personable where you're inspired to get healthier. Looking forward to coming back here the next time I'm in the area. TIPS: * Follow them on social media for updates

Amazing. More than a gym…read more I've been training with Justin for two years now privately and have been HUNGRY for him to open his own gym. And I couldn't be happier. He has built something amazing that reflects his enthusiastic, compassionate, and high standards personality. Ive been to dozens of mma/bjj gyms and probably hundreds of traditional gyms in my life and there Is nothing that compares to the warm hearts of the Mercs family and what they have built. From the moment you walk in you are welcomed like family. Not only is this place ran by an amazing couple, but the training is some of THE BEST I've had in 25 years of fitness. There is a wholistic approach and each session has a the proper mix of education and intensity. There is a level of detail in every aspect of training. And while the gym offers group classes, each one has a one on one feel. I can say enough great things about this place. You just have to check it out yourself!

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Mercs Jiu-jitsu MMA Fitness
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Cies MMA - Barb Ciesnolevicz, IBJJF Pan American Gold Medalist

Cies MMA

3.5(13 reviews)
5.3 mi

Update after the owner response: I initially gave a 2 star review because of my own experiences. Me…read moreasking about the fight team when I first joined two years prior is just a petty comment and has nothing to do with my critiques in the gym or my situation. I stand by everything I said. The lineage is in bJJ and wrestling and that is where cies shines. I am a white belt, but I've trained kickbixing with UFC strikers Pete Spratt and muay thai coach Kru Phet Phongsavane for more than 5 years as a casual non-professional athlete. I've also done multiple seminars with Duane Ludwig. I am allowed to have an opinion on striking and just because I've trained with people with good names doesn't mean I'm proficient. The gym itself is really nice. Weights, bags, a wall/fence, a changing room, and showers. The Bjj is also very good. I did sign up primarily for the kickboxing classes which were okay. There is a pretty basic push-pull system of striking. Left-right-left-right. The overall level of striking is pretty low. I'd suggest doing a trial class- you only get one though. You'll notice that they won't give you much feedback on form or application. Nothing on positioning, angles, or distance. You can judge for yourself by watching how the techniques are modeled for the class. Full transparency I did not attend regularly due to the nature of my work in a residential facility. This year I had a number of hardships to include becoming a full-time caregiver of my father, having my employment terminated due to cutbacks the day after closing on my home, having my dog attacked without pet insurace. I was the sole provider while my wife was in school. I offered the buisness owners any level of proof with documentation. I requested to have my account put on hold for payments after some level of financial stress in May. I requested 3 months of suspension. This was denied. Then when my father's health declined and my position was cut I requested to be released from my contract due to financial hardship. This was also denied. The contract does leave it to the owners discretion to terminate the relationship. But it was cited " its a tough time for everyone." On the rare occasion I did attend I believe I was always a good and selfless training partner for the fight team and for new members alike. I was never a trouble maker. I have 4 more months of payment before the contract is up. At some point I will go to the gym and hit the bags but I refuse to attend the classes. I won't have loyalty to a gym that won't consider people, circumstance, and hardship. I'll look elsewhere if I am ever able to attend combat sports classes regularly again.

I'd rate this as the #1 MMA facility in Colorado Springs. Gym is owned by the only head coach in…read moreColorado Springs who fought and won in the UFC. The UFC is the highest stage of professional fighting so you know this place is legit. The best part of the gym for me is they have a variety of training so I don't get bored. Gi BJJ, No Gi grappling, boxing, kickboxing and of course Amateur & Professional MMA. On the days I don't feel like fight training I just hit up the weight room. They installed a complete Rogue Fitness style weight room with everything you need to get a full body workout.

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Cies MMA - Barb Ciesnolevicz, first Professional MMA win by first round TKO

Barb Ciesnolevicz, first Professional MMA win by first round TKO

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Cies MMA owners, Mike & Barb Ciesnolevicz

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Universal Kempo Karate Schools Association - Universal Kempo-Karate Schools Association - Fire Station (Briargate) Branch

Universal Kempo Karate Schools Association

5.0(2 reviews)
1.2 mi

I attend their Kickboxing Cadio classes. The people that run the school as well as the environment…read moreis very friendly and professional. Unlike other schools they do not make you sign a long term contract, you just need to give a 30 day notice. They regularly have offers on Groupon for intro classes. Very affordable and its tons of fun. The classes are primarily cardio/fitness oriented but they do mix a lot of technique so you actually learn some martial arts. kickboxing classes at this location are on Monday Tuesday and Thursday at 5PM to 6PM and on Friday's from 6:15 PM to 7:15 PM. You can also go to the Stetson Hills school on Monday and Wednesday from 5PM to 6PM so you have a full week of class options. Their primary business if full Kempo training for all ages and levels and regularly see good participation and class sizes with well behaved children. I lost 60 lbs in 7 months with a reasonable diet and going two or three times a week so totally recommend it.

I've been part of the Kempo family for 5 years. And it is absolutely a family that cares for your…read moremind, body and spirit. My twin girls started in the pee-wee class and now we all train in the family class. I also LOVE kickboxing! I absolutely recommend martial arts for developing children's confidence, self-defense and fitness and Universal Kempo Karate is the place to be!

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Universal Kempo-Karate Schools Association - Fire Station (Briargate) Branch

Universal Kempo Karate Schools Association
Universal Kempo Karate Schools Association

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