Mat Chess Mixed Martial Arts

4.9 (257)gym

Founded by a former schoolteacher, this Seattle gym brings a thoughtful, academic structure to martial arts training.

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Instruction spans Brazilian jiu-jitsu, Muay Thai, boxing, and wrestling, alongside mixed martial arts sessions that integrate multiple combat styles. Founded in 2011 by BJJ black belt Andrew Perkins, the gym offers structured progressions tailored to both beginners and active competitors. Workouts balance targeted technical drilling—such as positional escapes and submissions—with live rolling and personal feedback from coaches. Youth development is built into the lineup through kids' martial arts and after-school programming, supported by an encouraging training culture where partners actively push each other.


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