Author: brian

  • Benefits of Precision MMA

    Benefits of Precision MMA 1) The classes Our classes consist of muay thai, boxing, Brazilian jiu-jitsu, and vale tudo. Many of these classes have different levels you can take according to how skilled you are. Unlike other gyms, we have several different forms of martial arts and beginner, intermediate, and advanced levels. 2) Awards for…

  • How Martial Arts Can Help Prevent Childhood Obesity

    How Martial Arts Can Help Fight Childhood Obesity In the past 30 years, the rate of childhood obesity has doubled. As of 2012, more than one third of children and adolescents are overweight or obese. Preventing childhood obesity also prevents diseases like type two diabetes, heart disease, high blood pressure, and more. Unhealthy habits often begin in…

  • Women and MMA-Not Just For Boys

    There are so many reasons for women to start MMA training. Unfortunately, women are often the primary victims in abductions, rapes, or domestic abuse. Women ages 18-36 are at the greatest risk of being victims of domestic violence. Situations like these could change your life drastically. When you train MMA, you become more confident in…

  • Improving Kids Lives through Martial Arts

    Improving Kids Lives through Martial Arts At Precision MMA, we strive to help our students benefit from our classes in ways that don’t just apply to MMA. Ultimately, the instructors and the parents of the students have the same goal, to help them succeed in life. Instructors develop a unique relationship with students that allows…

  • Karl Nemeth wins MMA Title Fight

    Precision MMA coach Karl “Mr. Fantastic” Nemeth won his 145 pound title fight at Kaged Kombat 23 by second round submission. Karl used his patented “calf slicer” a submission rarely seen in mixed martial arts. Karl’s opponent was a state champion wrestler who had 10 bouts under his belt before entering the cage.  Despite the…

  • 10 Benefits of Karate For Kids

    Many people do not know that karate can help your child achieve confidence, discipline, and self-determination. Karate has been used throughout Asia for centuries and has benefited children all around the world. There are several misconceptions towards karate, but after reading this article your possible doubts will vanish. Here are 10 benefits of karate for…

  • Precision Kids show world class technique

    The future is very bright at Precision MMA.  Our kids program has taken off in a big way and the results are showing!  A unique feature of Precision’s children’s martial arts classes is the separation of beginner and advanced students.  This allows new students to work on the essentials without getting overwhelmed while the seasoned…

  • Precision MMA Rave Review – Self Defense Classes

    People seek martial arts training for various reasons whether it is for fitness, competition, or fun there is one circumstance that trumps them all, self defense. Having the ability to protects yourself and others in any given situation is a powerful tool that can help you sleep a little sounder. Many gyms promise these results with no…

  • Coach Brian Promoted – Poughkeepsie BJJ coach receives first degree black belt

    This weekend Precision MMA’s head coach Brian McLaughlin was awarded his first degree by Jamey Cruz (3rd degree black belt under Renzo Gracie).  Brian has been training under Jamey since 2008 and with this promotion Brian is now the highest ranking Brazilian Jiu-jitsu black belt in the Poughkeepsie region. Precision MMA’s Brazilian Jiu-jitsu program has…

  • Precision MMA’s Newest Black Belt!

    Congratulations to Precision MMA‘s Karl Nemeth on receiving his black belt from head coach Brian McLaughlin.  Karl has achieved this rank after nine years of dedicated training.  Precision is now home to three Brazilian Jiu-jitsu black belts!