Best Martial Arts and Combat Sports Classes in Cookeville, TN

“The trainers at Smarsh Martial Arts are incredibly knowledgeable and passionate about helping their students achieve their fitness goals in a safe and effective manner.”

“He has worked with my son and given him so much confidence through skills training in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu.”

“Black belt DJ Mackie is an amazing person and instructor I've learned a lot from him over the last few months I definitely recommend him for all of your jiu jitsu and mma needs”

“I will be 65 in a few weeks, and I got a good deal of exercise during my vacation, but more importantly, I had a really great time and met some really great people.”

“, you train in a shorts and T-shirt instead of the traditional white uniform and belt that you see in martial arts movies - training in this way keeps people from just grabbing your uniform and slowing you down).”

“My steps son goes there and he loves it he 5 yrs old and I've even noticed his change in behavior and him always bragging about wanting to go back and their prices for the classes are great.”

“The skills taught were actually used in a brutal time period of Japan and it was developed with the idea of survival in mind as opposed to martial arts that are often developed in peace time conditions.”

“We obviously can't control all the crazy things that happen in the world but it does soothe the brain a bit to try and train your body and mind to have skills, responses and techniques to potentially address your deepest fears if they were to occur.”

“I no longer have false confidence in my self-defense abilities and I now know what it takes to survive in a life or death situation and I am grateful to this school for helping me becoming a better person outside of the school and a overall better Ma...”

“They come from all walks of life, development, and ability - Master Justin and his ensemble of black belts help every one of them feel welcomed, loved, and capable of achieving anything they put their minds to.”

“So she knew what she was doing, myself who did okay, and another women who was clearly not well skilled or knowledgeable about the content of the required knowledge or the handling of firearms).”

“I live over an hour away and still make a point to visit as much as feasible because the training is always worth it, and the atmosphere is always positive.”

“I really enjoyed my visit to this school and encourage everyone whether you're just traveling through the area or looking for a great place to learn Brazilian Jiu Jitsu go here.”

“The skills he has learned are incredible; apart from the physical growth and accomplishments, he has learned great discipline, attention to detail, and life lessons in general.”