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Claim this gymThunder MMA Academy & Sports Fitness Center operates under the guidance of Daniel “Thunder” Semeraro Jr., whose 25 years in martial arts span disciplines from striking to grappling. Dan’s credentials include black belts in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, No Ka Oi, Kajunkenbo, and other traditional arts, as well as an undefeated record in MMA and kickboxing. He was part of the inaugural Ultimate Black Belt Test and has received multiple awards recognizing his teaching and coaching. His background shapes the academy’s blend of martial arts training, emphasizing skill development across stand-up and ground fighting. Students at Thunder MMA train through a variety of classes that reflect this mixed martial arts foundation. The schedule includes Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu gi classes, submission wrestling, and competition grappling, alongside striking arts like kickboxing and boxing. The academy also offers No Ka Oi classes for adults and kids, a system that Dan holds a high-degree black belt in. Open mat sessions are regularly available for additional practice, supporting both technical refinement and live sparring. Private lessons provide tailored instruction from experienced coaches on staff. Instruction at Thunder MMA features a diverse coaching team. Alongside Dan, instructors include Terrell Samuels, a blue belt in BJJ and black belt in No Ka Oi with over a decade of martial arts experience, and Orkhan Ismatzade, a Combat Sambo world champion who brings international expertise to grappling instruction. The academy supports fighters at various levels, including amateur competitors training under the Team Thunder banner. Classes serve adults and children, focusing on practical martial arts skills cultivated through consistent, disciplined training.
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