3206 San Mateo BLVD NE STE B, Albuquerque, NM
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Claim this gymdark haven studio in Albuquerque is guided by CEO and Head Youth Instructor Brendon Baca, who brings a background in experiential education and student wellness alongside a passion for jiu jitsu that began in 2016. The studio’s leadership includes first degree black belt Jose Barraza, who started training later in life and emphasizes jiu jitsu’s power to build confidence and belonging, and Cody Smith, a dedicated grappler who oversees advanced no-gi classes and helps shape the fundamental curriculum. The academy also integrates wrestling expertise through instructors like Daimon Altamirano, a lifelong wrestler and purple belt under Jose Barraza, and Cullen McDonald, who blends wrestling and no-gi jiu jitsu to enhance takedown and scramble skills. Training at dark haven studio covers a range of grappling disciplines and striking arts. Adults can attend gi and no-gi jiu jitsu classes led by Barraza, which begin with warm-ups and takedown drilling before moving into submissions and live rolling. The wrestling for jiu jitsu class, taught by Altamirano, focuses on takedowns and controlling scrambles with an awareness of jiu jitsu dynamics. Striking classes incorporate boxing, kickboxing, and Muay Thai elements, progressing toward light sparring with an emphasis on timing and technique. Youth grappling classes teach both gi and no-gi fundamentals to children aged 6 to 13, combining technique with gameplay to build self-defense skills and confidence. The academy also offers open mat sessions for adults, providing extra time for drilling and sparring. Strength and conditioning coaching, led by Simon Otero, supports injury prevention and performance enhancement tailored to martial arts practitioners. dark haven studio operates out of a location on San Mateo Boulevard NE, maintaining hours that accommodate daytime and evening training throughout the week, with Saturday sessions as well. This setup reflects a commitment to fostering growth in both technique and personal development across a variety of martial arts disciplines.
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