The gym is led by head coach Michael Sanford, a Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu black belt who received his black belt on January 11, 2014 under Daniel and Diego Moraes. Professor Sanford has been training martial arts since age 5, starting with boxing and Kempo Karate before discovering his passion for Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu at 18. After training under Master Francisco Mansor (a red belt under the legendary Helio Gracie) and later under Daniel Moraes, he was personally recruited by Alan Belcher to serve as head instructor at ATT Gulfport. The coaching team also includes Will Cruthirds (Jiu-Jitsu, striking, and kickboxing coach), Professor Ann Elida Sanford (women's Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu instructor), and Vincent Flores (kids martial arts instructor).
American Top Team Gulfport focuses on providing high-quality martial arts instruction in a family-friendly environment. The gym offers specialized programs for different age groups and skill levels, including Little Ninjas for children ages 4-7, Junior MMA for kids 8 and up, adult Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (both gi and no-gi), Muay Thai kickboxing, and fitness kickboxing classes. With a strong emphasis on technique, discipline, and personal development, ATT Gulfport serves as a premier destination for martial arts training on the Mississippi Gulf Coast.
Gulfport, United States 39503
Head Instructor
Michael Sanford
Black Belt
Facilities
Sports Offered
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Class Schedule
Monday (4 classes)
Lil' Ninjas (Kids 4-7)
Mixed martial arts program for children ages 4-7, focusing on basic techniques, discipline, and physical development
JR MMA (Kids 8 & UP)
Mixed martial arts program for kids ages 8 and up, teaching striking, grappling, and self-defense
Muay Thai Kickboxing
Traditional Muay Thai kickboxing training for adults, focusing on striking techniques, conditioning, and combat skills
Gi Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
Traditional gi Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu for adults, teaching ground fighting, submissions, and positional control
Tuesday (4 classes)
Lil' Ninjas (Kids 4-7)
Mixed martial arts program for children ages 4-7, focusing on basic techniques, discipline, and physical development
JR MMA (Kids 8 & UP)
Mixed martial arts program for kids ages 8 and up, teaching striking, grappling, and self-defense
Muay Thai Kickboxing
Traditional Muay Thai kickboxing training for adults, focusing on striking techniques, conditioning, and combat skills
No-Gi Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
No-gi Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu for adults, focusing on grappling without the traditional gi uniform
Wednesday (4 classes)
Lil' Ninjas (Kids 4-7)
Mixed martial arts program for children ages 4-7, focusing on basic techniques, discipline, and physical development
JR MMA (Kids 8 & UP)
Mixed martial arts program for kids ages 8 and up, teaching striking, grappling, and self-defense
Muay Thai Kickboxing
Traditional Muay Thai kickboxing training for adults, focusing on striking techniques, conditioning, and combat skills
Gi Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
Traditional gi Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu for adults, teaching ground fighting, submissions, and positional control
Thursday (4 classes)
Lil' Ninjas (Kids 4-7)
Mixed martial arts program for children ages 4-7, focusing on basic techniques, discipline, and physical development
JR MMA (Kids 8 & UP)
Mixed martial arts program for kids ages 8 and up, teaching striking, grappling, and self-defense
Muay Thai Kickboxing
Traditional Muay Thai kickboxing training for adults, focusing on striking techniques, conditioning, and combat skills
No-Gi Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
No-gi Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu for adults, focusing on grappling without the traditional gi uniform
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Location & Directions
Street Address
13334 Seaway Rd, Gulfport, Mississippi 39503
City, Country, ZIP
Gulfport, United States 39503