The Art MMA

The Art MMA offers group classes for kids and adults, private lessons, a karate intro class, a leadership and self defense seminar, a women’s self defense intro class, a jiu jitsu intro class, MMA/BJJ intro class +12, and MMA/cardio kickboxing intro class +12. Its group classes run Monday through Saturday, with exact times varying by class level, and the program also says classes can be joined at any time with no need to wait for a new session.

Programs

• Group Classes — Kids and adults · Mon-Sat; exact times vary by class level · Mixed martial arts style classes designed to build discipline, endurance and confidence.
• Private Lessons — Personal training at your convenience; sessions can be tailored to you and your family's lifestyle needs.
• Karate Intro Class — Available online; see the schedule for the desired curriculum.
• Leadership & Self Defense Seminar — Bring your entire team in for this bonding experience.
• Women's Self Defense Intro Class — Available online; see the schedule for the desired curriculum.
• Jiu Jitsu Intro Class — Available online; see the schedule for the desired curriculum.
• MMA/BJJ Intro Class +12 — 12+ · Available online; see the schedule for the desired curriculum.
• MMA/Cardio Kickboxing Intro Class +12 — 12+ · Available online; see the schedule for the desired curriculum.

At a glance

• Ages: 5–18 years old
• General schedule: Monday: White-Gold 5:00-5:45 pm; Green-Purple 6:00-6:45 pm; Women's KB & SD 7:00-7:45 pm. Tuesday: Blue 5:00-5:45 pm; Red 6:00-6:45 pm; Black 7:00-7:45 pm. Wednesday: Brown 5:00-5:45 pm; Women's BJJ & SD 6:00-6:45 pm; 12+ Jiu Jitsu 7:00-8:00 pm. Thursday: White-Gold 5:00-5:45 pm; Green-Purple 6:00-6:45 pm; Youth BJJ & Sparring 7:00-7:45 pm. Friday: 12+ Kickboxing 7:00-8:00 pm; Adult Jiu Jitsu 5:30-7:00 pm. Saturday: White-Purple 9:00-9:45 am; Blue-Red 10:00-10:45 am; Brown 11:00-11:45 am; Black 12:00-12:45 pm.
• Facility hours: Open 6 days a week

About the provider

The Art MMA was founded in 2012. Its leadership team includes Jake Erling, a 5th degree black belt with over 40 years of experience in martial arts, Mariela Ajpop, a 3rd degree black belt who has trained under Mr. Jake and The Art MMA for 17 years, and Ms. Natalia, who is named in the About page as Mr. Jake’s wife and co-founder. The school says its goal is to build confidence, fitness, and self-defense.

No contracts. No start-up or contract fees. Tuition due on the 1st of each month; overdue after the 10th with a $10 late fee. Auto payment required. Members may cancel membership at any time through the student portal or 15 days before the next billing cycle in writing. No refunds on unused tuition. Missed classes can be made up within 2 weeks or within 15 days for makeup classes. Recommended attendance is twice a week. Masks are required. If away for more than a month, contact [email protected] in writing 2 weeks prior.

Last updated October 18, 2026.