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20-Year Anniversary

July 2023 we celebrated our….

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My two most influential teachers are Tom Weissmuller and Frank Shamrock.                  One of Tom’s teachers was Matt Hume. Hume founded United Full Contact Federation in order to sanction amateur pankration events that Tom competed in. Hume is the co-founder and head trainer at AMC Pankration in Kirkland […]

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WWU recreation reporter interviews Self-Defense instructor Rob Eis

  January 2023, Cass Bowers, a sports and recreation reporter for Western Washington University’s student newspaper, The Front, interviewed WWU NTT instructor Rob Eis.  She was interested in knowing what women can do to feel safe while solo hiking and what self-defense education is available for Western students. Here is the result of that interview. […]

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40th Anniversary in Martial Arts

This month Rob Eis celebrates 40 years of training in the Martial Arts.

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Training at Unbridled Martial Arts

We have received a lot of inquiries asking if we’re open. To be as succinct as possible, here is the pertinent information. Yes, we are open. As of 2021 we now only provide: 1.) private, one-on-one lessons 2.) small group sessions (between 2-5 participants) 3.) corporate trainings and educational workshops For those inquiring further: Sessions […]

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What Am I Punching Today by Noel Abbott

UMA blackbelt Noel Abbott working out with his Mook Jong trainer (sold as the “Attachmate”). Notice how he has modified, improved, and enhanced its set-up so it better works for his training needs.

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Online Class

For any and all who have been an active UMA student in the last 12 months. Join us Monday, September 14 at 6pm. Message in the comments if you’d like to attend and I’ll send you the Zoom invite early that day. No equipment needed.  Invite your quarantine fam’ or housemates to join in with […]

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DIY Aqua bag for boxing

PolyformUS.com has been manufacturing marine buoys in Kent, WA for over 50 years. I saw a few DIY videos showing that these can function as high-quality aqua bags / teardrop bags. With all the “at-home” training, a 120 lb bag would not cost much from Amazon.

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Yeah, Buoy!

Marine buoys can function as high-quality aqua bags / teardrop bags. They are identical to the ones marketed to MMA gyms yet buying one sold as a buoy is less expensive. This piece of gear is essential for your “at-home” training, and UMA blackbelt Noel Abbott shows what he likes about his and how he […]

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UMA Student Perspectives Video

UMA students produced this video in celebration of our school’s 15 year anniversary in Whatcom County. The video covers some common frequently asked questions about our school’s structure and what it’s like to join as a new student. Featuring Lydia, Tom, Jack, Noel, Clara, Michael, and Kegan.

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