AFAC gym is excited to announce our new Mixed Martial Arts (MMA) classes taught by Trainer Nick every Friday evening at 5:00.
These classes are FREE for members of AFAC gym, and non-members can join us for a $10 drop-in fee. You don’t want to miss out on this chance to learn from Nick’s years of experience as a professional MMA fighter. This class is open to ALL LEVELS, so even if you’ve never tried an MMA workout, we invite you to join us and learn the ropes!
Read this blog to find out more about Nick, his new class at our Thornton gym, and the benefits of mixed martial arts training. We can’t wait to see you there!
About Nick and the New MMA Class at AFAC Gym
Nick Roehrick is a personal trainer at AFAC gym who is very passionate about fitness and helping others achieve their fitness goals through group and individual training, strength conditioning, and cardio. Originally from Orlando, Florida, Nick has been an athlete for as long as he can remember and has been wrestling since he was very young. From 2012 through 2021, Nick was a professional MMA fighter, competing in the Professional Fighters League (PFL) and Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC). His record is 10-2. After dedicating so much of his life to the arts, Nick is excited to share MMA with his community at AFAC gym.
Open to ALL LEVELS, Nick’s MMA class will present attendees with a good foundation in mixed martial arts. The class will include the following lessons and more:
- Wrestling
- Striking
- Cardio
- Grappling
- Footwork
- Some contact training
The team at AFAC gym hopes you will take advantage of this great opportunity to learn all the benefits of MMA workouts. To join Nick’s MMA class every Friday evening at 5:00, sign up on our class schedule page or enroll through MINDBODY. These classes are FREE for AFAC gym members and non-members can join us for a $10 drop-in fee. We can’t wait to see you there!
What Are the Benefits of MMA Training at AFAC Gym?
MMA training has become incredibly popular recently because people of all ages and fitness levels have found it to be a fantastic way to get in better shape physically and mentally. While some might envision MMA training to be risky or too confrontational, it’s quite the opposite. With the right precautions, equipment, instructor, and regimen, MMA training is a fun, total-body fitness training program that anyone can do.
It’s Never Boring
If you’re ready to expand your horizons beyond run-of-the-mill workouts at the gym, MMA training could be the perfect answer. It prevents boredom and keeps you motivated at the gym by challenging both your body and your mind.
It Helps You in All Areas of Life
Because it’s so different from other workouts, MMA training has been known to help people break through fitness and diet plateaus they’ve struggled with for years. MMA training can also improve your gym performance, self-esteem, self-confidence, appearance, and mood. Not only can MMA training make for a great workout, but it also provides you with a new sport to excel in. You can even use it to defend yourself.
It Has Many Fitness Benefits
MMA training is a total-body workout. At MMA classes, you’ll get a cardio and strength training workout, all in one. You can also focus on specific areas to tone and sculpt your body.
Increase Your Strength
After only a few weeks of regular MMA training, you’ll notice that you’re becoming stronger and other activities are becoming easier, whether you’re lifting weights or groceries. You’ll see improvements in how well you can run, jump, throw, and swim. Plus, improved functional strength – the strength you need to perform everyday tasks and stay active as you age – is one of the most popular reasons why people participate in MMA training.
Improve Your Coordination
When you are engaged in a fight with an MMA opponent, you’ll need your kicks, punches, jabs, and other movements to flow together. You’ll need to judge timing and distance to dodge and deal blows. All of this practice will help you develop better coordination in other areas of life.
Improve Your Flexibility
From high kicks to stretches to grappling, MMA training will improve your flexibility which can help you function and prevent injury at any age. As you get older, better flexibility can reduce your risk of falls, pulled muscles, fractures, and limited mobility.
Boost Your Endurance
MMA training provides a solid cardio workout through activities like shadowboxing, working with a punching bag, jumping rope, and more. In addition to making your heart and lungs stronger, cardio workouts will improve your endurance which is important in many sports like running, biking, skiing, soccer, and almost any other sport.
Look and Feel Better
Like any other regular exercise, MMA training will help you feel better. It can improve your energy levels during the day and give you better sleep at night. You’ll notice that daily tasks are easier and you might even lose weight over time. You’ll also notice better muscle tone and definition.
Sculpt Your Body
Do you have areas of your body that you’d like to focus on? Let Nick know! He can give you tips during his MMA training class to tone and shape those areas, whether it’s your arms, core, thighs, or waist.
Enhance Your Self-Confidence
By improving the way you look, feel, and carry yourself, MMA training will make you appear and feel more confident. Self-confidence is a trait that helps you personally and professionally, just like self-discipline. As you succeed in MMA training, you’ll feel a deep sense of accomplishment and motivated to improve even more. People will often perceive you as more in control, more attractive, and more intelligent.
Defend Yourself
Just like many other forms of martial arts, MMA training is designed to help you fight opponents. MMA training teaches you punches, blows, kicks, grappling, and more. These skills can come in handy if you ever need to defend yourself.
Improve Your Mood and Reduce Stress
Many different types of exercise have been shown to greatly improve mood, and MMA training is no exception. Not only does the cardiovascular and strength training elements of MMA give you a more positive mental outlook, but hitting a punching bag is one of the best stress relievers ever!
It’s Fun and Safe for Everyone
Stereotypes might lead you to believe that MMA training is not for women or the elderly, but nothing could be further from the truth. MMA training is fun and safe for everyone, regardless of their experience or fitness level. Nick will show you the proper technique to maximize safety, and will keep things fresh with new material. There’s never a dull moment during MMA class at AFAC gym!
Mix Up Your Workouts at AFAC Gym with Our Weekly MMA Classes
We hope you will join us for our weekly MMA classes where you can try out this one-of-a-kind fitness opportunity with your friends at AFAC gym. You will be able to work on your skills in a group setting as you improve your physical and mental health.
At AFAC gym, we’re here to support you as you learn new ways to reach your fitness goals. To find out more about our weekly MMA classes, please don’t hesitate to ask a member of our team for assistance. We’ll be happy to help you sign up and show you why we’re the best gym in Thornton, Colorado. You can also contact our gym owner, Susan, at 720-849-0245 or susan@adventurefitness.club for assistance.
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