Competition prep for amateur and pro MMA and grappling. Fight camps, hard rounds, and corner work from coaches who've done it. Earn your spot in the room.
The fight team is our competition program for amateur and pro MMA fighters and grappling competitors. Training includes structured fight camps, hard sparring rounds, game-planning for specific opponents, weight-cut guidance, and cornering on fight night. Entry is by coach invitation after you've put in time in regular classes.
Competing without a team behind you is how people get hurt and lose winnable fights. A camp gives you the right rounds against the right partners, a coach who knows your game, and a plan for the specific person across the cage. Our team has put fighters on local and regional cards for years.
Aim for the fight team once you're training consistently and your coaches see competition-level skill developing. If competing is the goal, say so early — we'll build your path through the regular classes toward your first match.
“One of South Tampa's gems. Full of wonderful equipment. Not crowded. The trainers are so knowledgeable.”
“An excellent training facility where you will learn the science of close quarter combat, striking, submission, take down and ground joint lock maneuvers.”
“Very knowledgeable instructors at Empire. I recommend this gym to everyone of all ages.”
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