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Danny Dring's Living Defense Martial Arts
4.9 ★★★★★ 101 Google reviews · BJJ gym in Sherwood, Arkansas
Plan your first class
- Free trial or intro class most gyms welcome new members with a free trial or intro class — check their site or give them a call to book your first session
- Kids & youth classes kids and youth BJJ classes (ages 3–5) — built around discipline, focus, and confidence
- Competition team a competition team for members who want to test themselves at tournaments
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- Website & schedule livingdefense.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone +1 501-834-3537
Hours
| Monday | 11 am–9 pm |
| Tuesday | 1–8 pm |
| Wednesday | 11 am–8 pm |
| Thursday | 4:30–9 pm |
| Friday | 11 am–7 pm |
| Saturday | 11 am–1 pm |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“Both my children have been attending LDMA for the past few years since they were 3 and it has always been a fun and constructive experience for them.”
“As a woman, I've only ever felt comfortable working with them in BJJ, and it's nice to not be the only woman there!”
Other martial arts here
“If you’re looking to try mixed Martial Arts arts for yourself or your children look no further LDMA is the place!”
“I've taking up kickboxing classes over the past few months and love it, excellent workout!”
What members say
“I look forward to seeing all the amazing instructors who put their whole hearts into making this camp full of life changing memories that I will keep on sharing.”
“Incredibly friendly and welcoming Grand Master and his instructors were great!”
“There is no better place or better sport to get your kids involved and teach them discipline, respect and self-esteem.”
“I have competed in multiple events all over the south.”
“LDMA hosts the annual Women’s Camp and the overwhelming sense of community and camaraderie amongst the women, is in itself , worth the 7 hour drive to attend for my team and I.”
“LDMA hosts the annual Women’s Camp and the overwhelming sense of community and camaraderie amongst the women, is in itself , worth the 7 hour drive to attend for my team and I.”
From the reviews
If you’re looking to try mixed Martial Arts arts for yourself or your children look no further LDMA is the place!! The coaches are super awesome and very efficient in what they’re doing. They make you feel like family instead of just another person in the gym! Feeling nervous because it’s your first time? Don’t be!
The staff at LDMA is very knowledgeable and helpful. This is a great place to get in shape and learn about the martial arts. My wife and I stared about a year ago with BJJ and fell in love with it. I now participate in all the classes offered and I can honestly say everything they offer is top notch.
Such a great experience. As a beginnner I was surrounded by the most positive encouraging group of people I have ever met. Not only do you learn mixed martial art skills,you learn about yourself I am already looking forward to attending next year .
I love the BJJ classes at LDMA! The energy is fun and you can tell that everyone really cares about each other. The coaches are wonderful people with real talent for instructing and they connect well with everyone.
Your first BJJ class at Danny Dring's Living Defense Martial Arts
Nervous about walking into a BJJ gym for the first time? Almost everyone is, and good coaches expect beginners to come through the door. Here's what to know. What to expect: a typical first class is a warm-up, then drilling basic positions and escapes with a partner — not hard sparring. Rest whenever you need to; no one will bat an eye. What to wear: athletic wear you can move in (or a gi if you have one); you'll train barefoot on the mats. What to bring: water and a mouthguard if you have one — many gyms lend a loaner gi for a first class, so it's worth asking when you call. As you keep training you'll add your own gi (or a rashguard and shorts for no-gi) and a mouthguard. Live rolling eases in gradually, once your fundamentals are solid. Arrive 10–15 minutes early to sign a waiver and meet the coach. It gets easier fast — most people feel far more at home by their third class.
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