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Tactical Combat Academy Mixed Martial Arts - Greencastle PA
4.9 ★★★★★ 60 Google reviews · BJJ gym in Greencastle, Pennsylvania
Affiliated academy — reviews and the gym's own info point to a recognized BJJ lineage or affiliation (think Gracie Barra, 10th Planet, Renzo Gracie, Alliance, Atos or Checkmat). If lineage matters to you, ask which affiliation the academy belongs to and under whom the head instructor earned their black belt.
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
- Beginner-friendly all levels welcome, including total beginners — you don't need to be fit or have any experience to start
- Kids & youth classes kids and youth BJJ classes — built around discipline, focus, and confidence
- Private lessons private, one-on-one coaching available — a focused way to start or to work around a busy schedule; ask about availability and rates
- Competition team a competition team for members who want to test themselves at tournaments
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule tcamma.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone +1 717-597-2311
Hours
| Monday | 2–10 pm |
| Tuesday | 2–10 pm |
| Wednesday | 2–10 pm |
| Thursday | 2–10 pm |
| Friday | 2–10 pm |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“They don't lock you in with a contract, you can see the passion the coaches have for teaching MMA with the kids AND adults.”
“The BJJ program is not just for the competitor but also for the guy/girl that want to lose weight and gain confidence!”
“They show realistic situations with defense so that you know how to protect yourself outside of a gym environment.”
“The adult classes are a great workout, the other students in the classes have a variety of experience but even if you’re brand new, they make sure you have fun and learn something.”
Other martial arts here
“If you’re looking to start MMA or plain out be able to defend yourself then get up right now and come join our hardworking family atmosphere!”
“Josh helped improve my wrestling greatly.”
What members say
“Excellent instruction and details, delivered by know-how instructors that are extremely passionate about the arts, and their roles as educators.”
“Whether you’re a complete beginner or someone with prior training experience, I highly recommend training here at Tactical Combat Academy!”
“You feel cared for, and the coaches are very down to earth individuals who want you or your child to succeed not only in martial arts, but in life.”
“They will go around and help each individual understand the techniques being taught and explain WHY techniques work the way they do which is huge.”
“The adult classes are a great workout, the other students in the classes have a variety of experience but even if you’re brand new, they make sure you have fun and learn something.”
“The kids program is amazing and martial arts should be a part of every kids upbringing!”
From the reviews
This is the best place to train in the area! Top notch instruction from Brad Bobby & Josh and the facility is second to none! They offer so many classes and times and I really appreciate that! The kids program is amazing and martial arts should be a part of every kids upbringing!
One of the most special places on earth. There is a surprising amount of great talent for such a small area in Pennsylvania. Coach Josh Hummer is so completely passionate about martial arts and teaching them to all age and skill levels.
Great instructors, great Facility, and just a great crew of welcoming training partners! Been going to TCA every Saturday for the last 3 months and to say I enjoy it is an understatement!
One of my favorite places to train! Excellent instruction and details, delivered by know-how instructors that are extremely passionate about the arts, and their roles as educators. I have known the coaches for a very long time (some since my beginning), and I can easily vouch for their commitment to their students.
New to BJJ? Start at Tactical Combat Academy Mixed Martial Arts - Greencastle PA
Tactical Combat Academy Mixed Martial Arts - Greencastle PA comes up as a beginner-friendly gym — noted on their own site. If you've never rolled or set foot on a mat, that's exactly who a good beginners program is for. A few things worth knowing before your first week. First, you don't need to be fit or flexible to start — you get in shape by training, not before it, and coaches scale the intensity to you. Second, you won't be thrown into hard rolling — reputable gyms build fundamentals (positions, escapes, and basic submissions) for weeks, live rolling eases in gradually, and tapping early keeps every roll safe. Third, all levels really are welcome — ask about a dedicated beginners or fundamentals class time so your first session is alongside others who are also starting out, and leave your ego at the door. Most gyms are happy to let you watch or try a class first, so reach out before you commit.
Your first BJJ class at Tactical Combat Academy Mixed Martial Arts - Greencastle PA
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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