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About
My names John, I’m a retired mma fighter my overall goal is to teach you all the techniques achieve your personal goals.
I have 17 years of MMA experience focusing on Muay Thai, Boxing and BJJ. I also have experience training children with special needs, people with recovering injuries as well as local and Federal police’s officers and private security.
I taught group classes at Destiny health & MMA for 5 years and now at my Gym 5 Rounds Mma. Training sessions will take place at my private gym or location of your preference. Training is focused around technique, experience and mindset to give you the skills and ability to not just punch and kick but use angles and movements to set up offenses and defenses.
Group classes for members are below message for details.
Monday
10am-11am Adults Muay Thai
Wednesdays
630pm-730pm Adults Muay Thai
Friday
630pm-730pm adults mma
Saturday
12pm-1pm Adults drills mma
Hours for training are 5am-9pm. MmaTraining Sessions are one hour long, we begin with warm ups move to technique of the day and we finish with pad rounds for cardio. Multi person session are available (4 person maximum).
Fitness training sessions are one hour, we begin with stretching and warm ups then we move to Hiit workout of the day and we finish with stretching.
30min pad sessions (prior training experience required) or 30min Hiit sessions available upon request.
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2024
2023
Services offered
Event to prep for
Athletic event or competition
Vacation
Wedding
Fitness goals
Lose weight
Get toned
Build muscle
Gain flexibility
Client age
Younger than 18
18 - 22 years old
23 - 30 years old
31 - 40 years old
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Projects and media
Reviews
Customers rated this pro highly for work quality, professionalism, and responsiveness.
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Allen B.
Dec 14, 2025
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I had a amazing first class with John he is very patient and wise of what he knows of MMA he will explain everything and if you don’t understand one move he will explain as many times as you need!
Private Self Defense Lessons
SC S.
Sep 17, 2025
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Excellent instruction. The coach is extremely friendly and has an in-depth knowledge of martial arts. He customizes and tailors the program for each individual based on their level of skills. It’s definitely not only a good cardiovascular workout. In addition, it is perfect for advanced self-defense and martial arts cross-training. I highly recommend training with the coach; he is the best in town—a 5-star experience from the beginning until the end.
Private Self Defense Lessons
Richard P.
Jun 14, 2025
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John is an excellent trainer. He explains techniques thoroughly and always provides a great session. Very friendly, patient and well worth the investment. Couldn’t have found a better trainer with his knowledge and experience. Very happy I decided to start 👌
Private Self Defense Lessons
Myles B.
Jul 24, 2025
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I was an absolute beginner when starting with John, and I have learned a lot within my first 4 weeks or so training with him. He’s very experienced and is very great at helping build a foundation of understanding and technical skills for beginners like myself. I would recommend him to individuals of any skill level who are looking to enhance their abilities in Muay Thai.
Private Self Defense Lessons
Kevin W.
Aug 20, 2026
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First time . I was bit nervous but i try it out .
Learning how to block and move around and pad work ..
Private Self Defense Lessons
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John Michael Hernandez
FAQs
What should the customer know about your pricing (e.g., discounts, fees)?
My rates are $40 per session with multi person discounts available.
What is your typical process for working with a new customer?
First day we go over basics and see where you’re at in terms of mobility and physical limitations (bad knee, bad shoulder, etc.)
What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
I have 13 years of Muay Thai, boxing and jiu jitsu training as well as fight experience in MMA, Muay Thai and Bjj.