Mixed Martial Arts

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• Training

  Training sessions are coached by senior students or guest coaches from a local gym and are split into striking, open mat and grappling sessions.

  Tuesday striking training consists of fitness and pad-work using provided gloves and pads. The objective of the session is to teach and practice striking techniques, as well as develop fitness.

  Friday’s open mat session is a free space to develop skills of your choosing using the available equipment (pads, gloves & sparring gear). This session is also used to run fight-team training for those looking to compete.

  Sunday’s grappling session is designed to teach wrestling and Brazilian Jiu Jitsu for the purpose of taking someone to the ground, keeping them there, and submitting them through various chokes and joint locks.

• Competition

  The club offers a range of opportunities to compete. These include the annual Scottish Mixed Martial Arts Rookie Tournament (SMMART), which is held in Aberdeen as a beginners MMA tournament for novices to get competition experience.

  The club also supports members to participate in various BJJ tournaments and Muay Thai interclubs, should anyone show an interest.

• Additional Club Information

  St Andrews MMA offers tutelage for beginners and intermediates in the growing sport of mixed martial arts, as well as an active social scene involving regular social events, access to a members group chat, opportunities to join our committee, and a chance to meet new people from a variety of backgrounds during sessions.

• How to get involved

  Whether you are new to the sport or experienced MMA practitioner, already attend the University or if you are thinking about attending, please get in touch to register your interest and find out more about our club.

  The University hosts a Sports Fayre at the beginning of each academic year during Orientation Week, giving prospective players the opportunity to talk to club members and sign up to ‘Give It A Go’ sessions.

  Please email the club to register your interest: [email protected]

  Club Membership

  All matriculated students at the University can join the Mixed Martial Arts Club.

  Please visit the Saints Sport website for a full list of club membership options, prices and information on how to purchase your membership.