The Mixed Martial Arts Center
Martial Arts in Dayton – Family-Oriented, Respect, Discipline
Welcome To
The Mixed Martial Arts Center
Welcome to The Mixed Martial Arts Center – a family-run martial arts gym in Dayton! This is a true family-oriented gym where each student is valued equally. Whether you are one of our world-class competitors, a newcomer, or training for self-defense, we’ll help you reach your full potential. Our Kickboxing and Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu classes both teach high-level techniques, good morals, and self-defense while providing great health and fitness benefits. Our modern martial arts style combined with traditional values makes us a home for all. Come join us for the best community in martial arts in Dayton!
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Who We Are at
The Mixed Martial Arts Center
About Our School
There is something for everyone at The Mixed Martial Arts Center. We have helped a variety of students, from those competing on Team USA to those looking to turn around their lives. When you step on our mats, you become a part of our family, and like a family, we’ll help you however we can! As the only martial arts gym teaching grappling and striking simultaneously in the area, we are knowledgeable in 10+ systems with decades of experience. We’ve learned and trained with the best and strive to pass everything we’ve learned down to our students. Our outstanding experience, combined with a loving, supportive community is what makes The Mixed Martial Arts Center special!
Our History
Founder James Reeves first began teaching martial arts in Dayton in 2013. We started under Gracie University teaching kids for free in a garage gym. He later started teaching under Carlos Machado, trained with Troy Dorsey in Kickboxing, and is now a part of the GF Team with Ricardo Evangelista. We’ve taken something different away from everyone we’ve trained with for our students. All of our experiences, including James’ four-plus decades in 10+ systems, led us to open our first public location in 2020. Throughout the years, we’ve continued to improve our training and knowledge. This has included James working on his black belt in Jiu-Jitsu and Kickboxing and moving to our new location in August 2025. Everything we’ve gone through has been to maximize the training experience for every one of our students.
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Meet our
Martial Arts Instructors
Our team brings a great amount of experience and perspective to the mats for students. They are a compassionate group of leaders who truly care about each student. Their family-oriented mindset and vast expertise in many martial arts styles allow for everyone to make the most of their time on the mat. Check out their bios to learn more about our team!
James Reeves
Head Coach
Enjoys seeing one develop and progress with goals with determination, self-motivation, discipline and self-respect. Has trained in a wide variety of Martial Arts throughout life, with passion. His children became fond of Martial Arts (learning self defense) and James become passionate in teaching the youth and older groups since then.
Level IX Certified in Troy Dorsey Kickboxing
Multi-belts in 10 systems
MMA Styles Studied: Judo, Shorin-Ryu Karate, American Free Style Karate, Taekwondo(USTA), Aikido, Hapkido, Boxing, Muay Thai, Jiu-Jitsu, Founding member of Troy Dorsey Kickboxing Organization.
Studies jiu-jitsu under the instruction of Ricardo Evangelista
James was Promoted to Brown Belt December of 2024
Jessica Sneed
Assistant Coach
My Martial Arts journey began in Feb of 2020. I honestly wish it had been way earlier. I have achieved a level IV Instructor Certification under the Troy Dorsey Kickboxing Organization (TDKO). Which has been such an honor to be part of. I have also achieved earning my Blue Belt in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. and I am excited about continuing my journey in both. My greatest achievement so far, I must say is the title “Coach” I can describe how amazing it is to watch the kids grow and gain confidence in themselves.
Level IV certified in Troy Dorsey Kickboxing
Matt Carr
Assistant Jiu-Jitsu Coach
I was introduced to jiu-jitsu through a church outreach program in Corpus Christi, TX. There, I was encouraged to join my high school wrestling team and ended up enrolling in Presa bjj (formerly Paragon bjj) After grappling for a few years through high school I took a hiatus for about 4 years. Meeting Coach James and the rest of the TMMAC family reignited my love for grappling and I credit them for the way my bjj game has evolved to what it is today.
Our Gym Schedule!
There are plenty of times to train in Kickboxing or Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu classes with us. Check out our schedule to get started!
Explore our
Martial Arts Programs
Both our Kickboxing and Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu programs are based on the best. We’ve worked and studied some of the most distinguished martial artists to build out programs to make our students’ experiences one of a kind. Take a look below to learn more about our Kickboxing and BJJ classes!
Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
We teach under the banner of Ricardo Evangelista (GF Team). This BJJ style allows competitors to thrive while also teaching real-life situational skills. Students learn the necessary self-defense skills by closing the gap with your opponent and getting them to the ground. No matter your goals, our Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu training can help you succeed!
Troy Dorsey Kickboxing
The Troy Dorsey Kickboxing curriculum provides students with a well-rounded skill set. Students train in six-week intervals, learning Boxing, Muay Thai, and bladed stances (the traditional martial art stance). All these disciplines, combined with a Dutch Kickboxing style, bring out the best in each martial artist.
Words from our Community
For more than a decade, we have done everything to provide a special experience for martial arts in Dayton. Through working with some of the best martial artists in the world and building a family-like culture, The Mixed Martial Arts Center has everything you need to succeed. But don’t just take it from us. Check out firsthand experiences from our students about why they’ve chosen to train with us!
“My daughter is learning about the Martial arts, but it is also teaching her balance, confidence, trust, guidance and respect in all other areas of her life.”
“I truly love this place; they have become a second family to me and my children.”
“They really have taught [my son] confidence, self discipline and he has made some life long friends…”
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The Mixed Martial Arts Center has everything…except you! Join our community today and begin your martial arts journey!