LOCATED ON COLLEGE AVE - UNIVERSITY PARK/STATE COLLEGE!

No need to drive far if you live in State College or go to Penn State! CATA Bus Stop, walking distance from campus, easy access for locals & AMPLE PARKING!

70+ HOURS OF TRAINING AVAILABLE PER WEEK!

Classes early morning, morning, afternoon, evening, night and late night with training times 7 days a week!

LOCATED ON WEST END EDGE NEAR CAMPUS

Located at 1445 West College in front of the golf course. Ample parking, CATA bus stop directly in front of the gym.

PRO MMA FIGHTERS & MUAY THAI CHAMPIONS

CPAMMA has Pro MMA Fighters, multiple time Muay Thai Champions and Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Black Belts teaching classes.

BRAZILIAN JIU-JITSU BLACK BELTS & CHAMPIONS

CPAMMA has Pro MMA Fighters, Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Black Belts and champions teaching classes.

AM & PRO FIGHT TEAMS

CPAMMA has one of the largest and most competitive fight teams on the east coast!

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Featured Programs

Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu

Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu is a martial art and combat sport system that focuses on grappling with particular emphasis on ground fighting.

The aim of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu is to control and subdue a larger and stronger opponent through the use of superior techniques, leverage, and body mechanics.

In this class, you will learn takedowns, pin escapes, sweeps (reversals), chokes, joint locks, and much more! Whether your goals are self-defense, competition, or just to have fun, there is a place for you at our gym!

Muay Thai & Boxing

Our Striking program consists of two main influences: Muay Thai and Boxing. Classes are structured with 30 minutes of technique and drilling, followed by 30 minutes of high cardio training. Between professional instruction, Thai pad and heavy bag rounds, sparring, and cardio conditioning, you are assured a high‑energy, high‑quality experience.

youth martial arts

Our mission with Youth Martial Arts is to provide a character development program to the area’s youth through martial arts. We want to provide children with a constructive outlet for their energy, while gaining the attributes and qualities parents strive for in their children.

We specialize in strengthening students’ self confidence, discipline, focus, leadership skills, respect for others, and perseverance, all while giving them an activity which will physically challenge their bodies and mentally stimulate their minds.

Classes & Programs

Women's Kickboxing

Get a workout like never before in this positive, upbeat class. Whether you are interested in losing weight, toning muscle, or becoming a competitive athlete, this class is for you! Classes include quality technique instruction, intense kickboxing drills, high-cardio partner drills, and plenty of floor conditioning and core exercise. Our Women's Kickboxing Program is taught by certified muay thai instructors and thai boxing champions, all in a fun, laid-back atmosphere.

Classes are made to burn calories, lose weight, increase strength, and pave the way to a happier, healthier YOU! Experience what the hype is all about!

Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu

Made famous by the Gracie family, Brazilian Jiu Jitsu (BJJ) is a martial art based on grappling and ground fighting techniques. The aim of Brazilian Jiu Jitsu is to control and subdue a larger and stronger opponent through the use of superior techniques, leverage, and body mechanics. With an emphasis on technical grappling rather than striking, students are able to practice with varying levels of intensity, decreasing the threat of serious injuries which can sometimes occur in other martial arts.

We train with progressive resistance in a fun, relaxed, and friendly environment. You will learn takedowns, pin escapes, sweeps (reversals), chokes, joint locks, and much more! Whether your goals are self-defense, competition, or just to have fun, there is a place for you at our gym!

Muay Thai & Boxing

Our Striking program consists of two main influences; Muay Thai & Boxing.  Muay Thai Kick Boxing; the art and science of eight limbs, is quickly being recognized as the most complete and beneficial striking art for the modern striker.  Muay Thai, translated into English as Thai Boxing, is the national sport of Thailand and is a martial art with origins in the ancient battlefield tactics of the Siamese army.  Thai training methods develop devastating power, insurmountable speed, and superb cardiovascular endurance. 

This class is for people interested specifically in stand-up fighting, or for those looking to compliment their ground game.  Striking classes are structured with a cardio warm-up, 30 minutes of technique and drilling taught by our world-class certified Muay Thai Instructors, and 30 minutes of high-intensity rounds ranging from pad work, to heavy-bag work, to sparring.

Ajarn Ryan Gruhn has led a number of fighters into the ring and onto successful and winning careers in Muay Thai. Whether you are looking to compete, or looking for a great work-out, this is the place for you!

Youth Martial Arts

Our mission with Youth Martial Arts is to provide a character development program to the area's youth through martial arts. We want to provide children with a constructive outlet for their energy while gaining the attributes and qualities parents strive for in their children.

We specialize in strengthening students self confidence, discipline, focus, leadership skills, respect for others, perseverance and integrity all while giving them an activity which will physically challenge their bodies and mentally stimulate their minds. This combination leads to a program which drives students to work hard and set goals not only in martial arts but in all walks of life.

For ages 5+ this class is meant to fulfill the active needs that youth have throughout their school years. We strive to have a Martial Arts class full of fun, friends and fitness! The classes are filled with physically challenging and mentally stimulating material that is catered to all ages of the youth program.

In Youth Martial Arts we use our Martial Arts as a means of enriching our lives and helping our bodies and minds grow. Because of this we do not use our Martial Arts to hurt other people. In Youth Martial Arts, we view all techniques that the youth learn as tools, not weapons. The students are rewarded for their efforts via the belt ranking system where the children can achieve the rank of black belt.

Reality Based MMA

Reality Based Mixed Martial Arts focuses on the arts and techniques known to be successful in resolving real life situations. Rather than focusing on Sport Fighting (one on one), RBMMA looks at fighting when there are no rules which can lead to multiple attackers, weapons and many other variables. As such, RBMMA trains students to learn the difference between sport oriented techniques and survival oriented techniques. This class is for the person interested in the sport side of Mixed Martial Arts but training it for real life situations.

RBMMA pulls influences from all of the arts inside MMA (Muay Thai, Boxing, Wrestling, Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu) but also gives credit to the Filipino Martial Arts, Krabi-Krabong, Burmese Boxing, Silat and other weapon oriented arts. Additionally, in most real life situations weight classes are not an option. We make sure to train as such where everyone trains with everyone regardless of size or skill level.

This class is taught by Guro Ryan "Guard Dog” Gruhn; a Dog Brothers Martial Arts and in Filipino Martial Arts (Kali / Escrima / Silat / Arnis) under the Inosanto lineage. Guro Guard Dog has fought at multiple Gatherings and has ended a number of his fights in multiple organizations by submission, KO and TKO.

Mixed martial arts

Our Mixed Martial Arts class synergizes the four key elements of today's popular "Mixed Martial Arts" as seen in the UFC. These four elements are Boxing, Muay Thai, Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, and Wrestling.

While other local programs clump all of these areas into one class only a few days a week, we like to ensure you are getting top level instruction in each area by instructors who specialize in each discipline. Students in the MMA program take classes in Muay Thai, Boxing, Jiu-Jitsu, and Wrestling, in order to really be able to hone-in on each skill set. This ultimately builds fighters who are well rounded, and avoids the "Jack of all trades, master of none" paradox. 

 

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Member Reviews

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Dan Raffetto

CPAMMA is a fantastic gym—well organized, friendly, and competitive. The coaches will push you to improve while maintaining a great balance between experienced, competitive fighters and complete beginners. Everyone feels...

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Reagan Buffington

It is the best workout ever. If you are competitive it is also a great place to get ready for fights and learn from other people with great experience.

Chris McLaughlin

Incredible for both beginners and experienced athletes. Definitely recommend

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Gym Hours

Mon: 11:40am-1pm, 4:30pm-10pm

Tue: 11:40am-1pm, 4:30pm-10pm

Wed: 11:40am-1pm, 4:30pm-10pm

Thu: 11:40am-1pm, 4:30pm-10pm

Fri: 4:30pm-6:30pm

Sat: 11:40 am-3pm

Sun: 2pm

NOTE: Door may be locked for select classes.
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