Kaminari Dojo

About

Kaminari Dojo is Grand Rapid's premiere Mixed Martial Arts school. Originally opening its doors in Tokyo, Japan, head instructor and former No. 1 world ranked fighter Ryan Bow brings more than a decade of experience training with the stars of UFC, Pride, Strikeforce, and K-1 back to his hometown.

Get ready for the experience of a lifetime, by joining our dynamic mixed martial arts program for martial athletes of any gender or physical condition.

The purpose of our Mixed Martial Arts program is to uphold the traditional values of martial arts respect, discipline, honor, and bravery all while practicing modern martial technique and theory that has been tried and proven in Mixed Martial Arts events around the world.

Kaminari Dojo Mixed Martial Arts Academy teaches MMA as a unique blend of Boxing, Muay Thai Kickboxing, Wrestling, Brazilian Jiu-jitsu, and Japanese Shooto.

In a structured and easy to learn format, learn the fighting techniques that have been proven to work in and out of the cage.

Membership

Your membership type determines how much your Membership Fees will be.

To get started, we recommend coming in and trying out a class. We offer one free trial lesson of either Grappling for MMA or Striking for MMA to prospective students. Please Contact us to schedule a time to try out a class.

Membership fees are paid on a monthly basis.

Please note that Membership fees are subject to change. For the most up to date membership fees and a list of the necessary equipment, please speak with someone at our school. All membership fees are paid in advance of the time you will be taking classes.

 

Registration & Account Setup Fee

All new Membership Accounts are subject to a one-time Registration & Setup Fee of $35. An official Kaminari Dojo t-shirt is included in this price.

 

Membership Types

Fight Team Membership

We are always on the look out for promising talent. If you think you have what it takes to fight professionally and are looking for better training and management, Contact us to schedule a date to try out for the fight team.

Kaminari Dojo Fight Team members enjoy full sponsored training.

Figh Team Membership
FREE

Standard Membership

You may attend all of the Striking and Grappling for MMA classes.

Standard Membership
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Striking for MMA Membership

You may attend all of the Striking for MMA classes.

Striking for MMA Membership
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Grappling for MMA Membership

You may attend all of the Grappling for MMA classes.

Grappling for MMA Membership
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Private Lessons

Private lessons are catered to the participant's needs. Generally, lessons are scheduled 4, 8, or 12 times per month.

Private Lesson Membership
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Classes

Striking for MMA

In this class you will learn how to throw effective punches, kicks, knees, and elbows while defending the takedown at the same time. You will have the chance to train one-on-one hitting mitts with the instructor, practice thoroughly explained pair drills, and do light contact sparring.

Grappling for MMA

In this class you will learn to avoid getting hit and take the fight to the ground to submit or "ground & pound" your opponent. Learn through thoroughly explained pair drills and both goal-based and llight contact sparring.

Open Mat Sparring

Open Mat Sparring provides you with the chance to work on everything that you’ve learned in class in “live” sparring. This class will push your cardiovascular conditioning to the limit and give you an inside look at what it takes to be a fighter. Gain extra insight under the watchful eye of a coach specializing in either grappling or striking to help take your game to the next level.

*Please Contact us if you are a professional fighter and would like to participate in the Open Mat Sparring classes.

 

Private Lessons

Private one-on-one or small group instruction is available. Private lessons have many benefits over large class instruction, the most obvious of which is that you have the undivided attention of your instructor. We recommend this membership for those that can not attend classes during the normal hours of operation.

Schedule

Class Schedule

	Mon	Tue	Wed	Thu	Fri	Sat	Sun
9:00 - 10:00am					Closed	Closed	Closed
10:00 - 11:00am					Closed	Open Mat Sparring	Closed
11:00 - 12:00pm					Closed	Open Mat Sparring	Closed
6:00 - 7:00pm	Striking for MMA	Striking for MMA	Striking for MMA	Striking for MMA	Closed	Closed	Closed
7:00 - 8:00pm	Grappling for MMA	Grappling for MMA	Grappling for MMA	Grappling for MMA	Closed	Closed	Closed
8:00 - 9:00pm	Closed	Closed	Closed	Closed	Closed	Closed	Closed

Instructors

Ryan Bow

MMA Coach
Strengths: Grappling, Muay Thai, Strength & Conditioning

Douglas Luke

Grappling Coach
Strengths: Greco Roman, Freestyle, and Folkstyle wrestling

Clark Gilbert

Striking Coach
Strengths: Boxing

Contact Us

Phone Number

(616) 723 - 8488

Email

info@kaminaridojo.com

Hours of Operation

Monday	6:00pm - 8:00pm
Tuesday	6:00pm - 8:00pm
Wednesday	6:00pm - 8:00pm
Thursday	6:00pm - 8:00pm
Friday	Closed
Saturday	10:00am - 12:00pm
Sunday	Closed

Private Lessons

Private Lessons by Appointment

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