Rebellion MMA is a progressive mixed martial arts gym based in San Diego, California. What's with the Name? What are you rebelling against?
Rebellion MMA is a progressive martial arts school based in San Diego, California. We are focused on Muay Thai/Thai Kickboxing, Boxing, Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, Judo, Wrestling, & Filipino Martial Arts (Arnis, Kali, and Escrima). I consider myself a Jeet Kune Do practitioner. Jeet Kune Do is a predecessor of MMA. We teach Boxing, Muay Thai, Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, Judo, Wrestling, and the Filipino Martia
l Arts of Eskrima/Escrima, Arnis, and Kali.... AND we fold everything into our MMA. Bruce Lee is famous for saying,
“You must be shapeless, formless, like water. When you pour water in a cup, it becomes the cup. When you pour water in a bottle, it becomes the bottle. When you pour water in a teapot, it becomes the teapot. Water can drip and it can crash. Become like water my friend.”
Translated to apply to martial arts.... If you are forced into the Kickboxing Range you need to become a Boxer, a Muay Thai Fighter, a Filipino Boxer, or maybe a Savateur, If you are forced into the Standing Grappling Range you need to become a Wrestler, a Judo Person, a Muay Thai Clinch Fighter, or even an Filipino Dumog Fighter, if you are forced into the Ground Grappling Range you need to become a Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Fighter, a Wrestler, a Sambo Player. Many styles claim they teach you to fight in all ranges and some truly do. Filipino Martial Arts are the most comprehensive that I've seen. They can fight on the Ground... BUT, they can't compare to Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu on the ground. Practitioners of Jeet Kune Do are searching for the best art for each of the ranges that we might find ourselves in. Many styles have "Knife Defenses".... but none of them work WITH AND AGAINST the blade better than Filipino Martial Arts. Many styles teach striking with the Hands but none of them can hold a candle to Western Boxing. So... what do we "Rebel" against? We "Rebel" against the idea that ONE ART truly covers every situation you might find yourself in. You MUST cross train AND you MUST learn how to BLEND these arts together!
So... Welcome to the Rebellion!
09/06/2026
Motivation comes and goes. Discipline is what keeps you moving. 🥋
Some days, showing up is the hardest part. But every class, every round, and every small effort adds up.
Keep training. Keep building. Keep going.
09/05/2026
The Octagon returns to the Accor Arena in Paris on Saturday, September 5th, and the main event is an absolute blockbuster!
New Zealand’s fan-favorite brawler Dan "The Hangman" Ho**er steps into enemy territory to welcome French superstar and former two-division KSW champion Salahdine Parnasse for his highly anticipated UFC debut!
The Parisian crowd is going to be LOUD! Who are you taking in this 155lb war? Drop "HO**ER" or "PARNASSE" in the comments! 👇
**erVsParnasse
09/04/2026
BJJ progress is never a straight line. 😂🥋
Some days everything clicks. Other days… you’re just trying to survive the roll.
Keep showing up. That’s part of the journey.
09/03/2026
Q: Can martial arts help build my child’s confidence? 🤔
A: Yes! and it often starts with the small wins.
Learning a new technique. Speaking up in class. Getting back up after a mistake. Earning the next stripe or belt. 🥋
Martial arts gives kids regular opportunities to challenge themselves, improve through practice, and see what they’re capable of.
Over time, that can help build confidence, resilience, focus, and the courage to try hard things — both on and off the mats.
If you’re looking for an activity that helps your child grow physically and mentally, martial arts is a great place to start.
09/03/2026
🥳🥳🥳 Wednesday night Sparring! 🥳🥳🥳
09/02/2026
That moment when your brain says, “I’m done”?
You might have more left in you than you think.
Martial arts teaches you how to stay calm under pressure, keep moving when things get uncomfortable, and push past the point where you’d normally quit.
And that doesn’t just happen on the mats.
That same mental toughness can show up at school, at work, in stressful situations, and in everyday life.
You don’t have to be the strongest person in the room.
You just have to keep showing up.
🥋 Train your body. Build your mindset. Find out what you’re capable of.
09/01/2026
Stepping onto the mats for the first time, putting on a new belt, or getting ready to spar can be intimidating. But as Christian Bale put it, true fearlessness comes from recognizing why you should be scared... and doing it anyway! 🧠⚡
Every champion was once a beginner who felt nervous, but showed up regardless.
🥋 Acknowledge the fear
🥋 Trust your training
🥋 Step onto the mat anyway
What's holding you back from starting your journey? 🛡️
08/31/2026
True mastery isn't about learning 1,000 different moves. It’s about practicing the same 10 fundamentals 1,000 times. Stop chasing the "magic pill" and start refining your foundation.
🥋💯
08/30/2026
Being a blessing to others not only lifts their spirits, but it can also lift ours, too!
Let's all work together to make the world a better place by being a blessing to one another every day
🤗🤗🤗
08/29/2026
The Octagon touches down in Shanghai for a high-stakes Bantamweight showdown at the Oriental Sports Center!
Former title challenger Umar Nurmagomedov puts his elite Dagestani wrestling and flawless pressure to the test against the explosive power and crisp striking of Song "Kung Fu Kid" Yadong!
Who walks away with the victory? Drop a "UMAR" or "SONG" in the comments below! 👇
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09/03/2026