Welcome to Chester Boxer Mixed Martial Arts / Submission Wrestling MMA is one of the fastest growing sports in the world and has revolutionised the way people train martial arts.  Depending on the rules of the organisation opponents can punch, kick, knee, elbow, throw, choke and use joint locks to win by knockout, submission or a judge's decision.  Once scorned as a blood- sport, MMA is now enjoying mainstream acceptance and is the perfect way for martial artists to test their skills and abilities in a safe format. Submission wrestling combines the most effective techniques from Brazilian jujitsu, Olympic wrestling, judo, sambo and other grappling styles and includes attacking and defensive techniques such as clinching, throws, sweeps, takedowns, chokes, arm locks and leg locks. It is particularly good for those who are already competent in boxing or kickboxing and wish to become more well- rounded fighters.   Training in submission wrestling and MMA works every muscle in the body and greatly increases dynamic strength, flexibility, endurance and agility.  Only those techniques that are proven to work against real dangerous opponents are taught and no other style of fighting is as complete or effective since every aspect of technique has been pressure-tested on the mat and in the cage.  Head coach Dave Ives is a fully licensed and insured MMA and submission wrestling instructor who has been training in a variety of martial arts styles for well over ten years. Starting at 14 years of age in traditional martial arts styles and then moving on to styles more suited to MMA like Brazilian jujitsu, Shoot-fighting, Boxing, Olympic wrestling and Muay Thai.  He has coached, fought and trained with UFC veterans, Brazilian jujitsu black belts and Olympian wrestlers, including several months training MMA full- time in California and several years training under well respected Leicester Shootfighters coach Nathan Leverton.   In the two years since it was founded Chester MMA and submission wrestling club members have earned submission, KO and decision victories in amateur, semi-professional and professional MMA bouts as well as a string of medals at submission wrestling competitions.  (photos coming soon) Every session includes a combination of technique work, specifically designed fitness drills and different types of sparring (streamed by weight/ ability). Our classes are quite loosely structured with a friendly welcoming atmosphere.  Beginners are always welcome.   Class times: Adults(16+): Tuesdays      7:30 - 9:00  Fridays          7:00 - 8:30         Sundays       12:00 - 1:30 £5 per class or £40 per month (min.12 classes) Private 1to1 lessons are available by request.  £20 for a 90 minute session tailored to your individual goals, whether you want to just try it out, are preparing to compete, want to improve a specific area of your technique or just want to get into fighting shape!) For any more information or to book a 1to1 class call or text Dave on 07779134151 or email: david_m_ives@hotmail.co.uk (NEW FOR 2012!!!) Juniors classes (11-16 year olds): Tuesdays       5.00-6.00 Fridays           5.00-6.00 £4 per class or £20 per month (min. 8 classes) Copyright Chesterboxers 2012 Charity Number - 1096593 Tel - 01244 342012  Hosting & IT Support by Solex Systems