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Hammerforge: School of Combat Arts

Hammerforge: School of Combat Arts

3637 NE 2nd St Suite C, Gainesville, FL 32609, Gainesville, Florida

+1 352-363-1057
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Boxing
Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
Kickboxing
MMA
Self-Defense Fundamentals
Weapons Training

Classes & Programs

Class Types

  • Boxing
  • Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
  • Kickboxing
  • MMA
  • Self-Defense Fundamentals
  • Weapons Training

Skill Levels

  • Advanced
  • All Levels
  • Beginner
  • Intermediate

Highlights & Considerations

Highlights

  • Friendly staff
  • Supportive community
  • Knowledgeable coach
  • Comprehensive curriculum
  • Positive atmosphere
  • Effective training
  • Great training partners
  • Family-like environment

Testimonials

Rating Distribution

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Excellent

"This gym was exactly what I needed to not only get started in martial arts but develop skills at a consistent pace! The coaches are passionate and pour into the students that take the time to learn, perfect for anyone at any skill level!"

- Tre Brooks

via Google

2/14/2025

Excellent

"Hammerforge is THE fight school that prepares you for the cage or real world combining grappling, striking, and a well built strength and conditioning program. I’ve been training here since February this year and I can definitively say I want to train at this gym for as long as I can. Between the we..." Read more

- Howland Wu

via Google

9/30/2024

Excellent

"A place of peace to prepare for war. The very best MMA gym you will find anywhere. If you are looking for self-defense training. This is the place to go. They are both male and female instructors. And the atmosphere is based towards street self-defense. That can translate well into octagon or ring."

- Ary Lamme

via Google

9/26/2024

5.0

(28 reviews)

Trial Offer

Free Trial: First few classes free

Business Hours

  • Monday: 4-8PM
  • Tuesday: 4-8PM
  • Wednesday: 4-8PM
  • Thursday: 4-8PM
  • Friday: Closed
  • Saturday: 11AM-3PM
  • Sunday: Closed

Instructors

D

David Holt

Coach

Knowledgeable coach who cares about trainees, teaches realistic self-defense and strength and conditioning.

Location

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