Professor Charles Cherry leads the academy as head instructor. A 3rd degree black belt in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu under Carlos Catania (with approval from Sergio Penha), Professor Cherry also holds a 2nd degree black belt in Kodokan Judo, black belts in Kickboxing and Japanese Jiu Jitsu, and is a certified Krav Maga instructor. With over 40 years of martial arts experience and a background as a Division II college wrestler and U.S. Army freestyle wrestler, he brings extensive expertise. He is also a retired Federal Law Enforcement Officer with 28 years of experience, having trained agents for multiple federal agencies in defensive tactics and use of force. Professor Cherry holds master's degrees in business and applied behavior analysis, is a Board-Certified Behavior Analyst, and was inducted into the United States Martial Arts Hall of Fame class of 2024.
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Class Schedule
Monday (5 classes)
Kids Bully Defense
Fun, safe, and engaging program blending Muay Thai and Brazilian Jiu Jitsu. Designed for kids ages 5-13, focusing on building confidence, coordination, discipline, respect, and physical fitness. Perfect balance of structure, challenge, and fun.
Cardio Kickboxing
High-energy, full-body workout designed to strip body fat, build muscle, and help you look your best. Develops flexibility, power, speed, and coordination. Suitable for non-athletes and pro-athletes alike. Burn up to 800 calories per class.
Adult Jiu Jitsu (Gi)
Self-defense martial art and combat sport based on grappling and submission holds. Incorporates techniques from Judo, Wrestling, and BJJ for a comprehensive ground fighting system. Focuses on using leverage and technique to overcome larger, stronger opponents.
Cardio Kickboxing
High-energy, full-body workout designed to strip body fat, build muscle, and help you look your best. Develops flexibility, power, speed, and coordination. Suitable for non-athletes and pro-athletes alike. Burn up to 800 calories per class.
Adult Jiu Jitsu (Gi)
Self-defense martial art and combat sport based on grappling and submission holds. Incorporates techniques from Judo, Wrestling, and BJJ for a comprehensive ground fighting system. Focuses on using leverage and technique to overcome larger, stronger opponents.
Tuesday (5 classes)
Cardio Kickboxing
High-energy, full-body workout designed to strip body fat, build muscle, and help you look your best. Develops flexibility, power, speed, and coordination. Suitable for non-athletes and pro-athletes alike. Burn up to 800 calories per class.
Body Blast Boot Camp
HIIT (High-Intensity Interval Training) circuit workout combining calisthenics, bodyweight moves, cardio, and strength training to build muscle, torch fat, and feel amazing. No two workouts are the same.
Adult Jiu Jitsu (No-Gi)
Brazilian Jiu Jitsu training without the traditional gi uniform. Focuses on grappling techniques applicable to MMA and real-world self-defense scenarios.
Cardio Kickboxing
High-energy, full-body workout designed to strip body fat, build muscle, and help you look your best. Develops flexibility, power, speed, and coordination. Suitable for non-athletes and pro-athletes alike. Burn up to 800 calories per class.
Thai Kickboxing
Striking program based on Thai Boxing (Muay Thai), incorporating Boxing and American Kickboxing for practical self-defense. Emphasizes proper technique, camaraderie, and effective striking techniques. No fighting or sparring required for beginners.
Wednesday (5 classes)
Kids Bully Defense
Fun, safe, and engaging program blending Muay Thai and Brazilian Jiu Jitsu. Designed for kids ages 5-13, focusing on building confidence, coordination, discipline, respect, and physical fitness. Perfect balance of structure, challenge, and fun.
Cardio Kickboxing
High-energy, full-body workout designed to strip body fat, build muscle, and help you look your best. Develops flexibility, power, speed, and coordination. Suitable for non-athletes and pro-athletes alike. Burn up to 800 calories per class.
Kids Jiu Jitsu
Kids BJJ program incorporating techniques from Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, Judo, Wrestling, and occasionally Boxing for a complete self-defense system. Teaches children how to defend themselves using grappling and submission techniques.
Cardio Kickboxing
High-energy, full-body workout designed to strip body fat, build muscle, and help you look your best. Develops flexibility, power, speed, and coordination. Suitable for non-athletes and pro-athletes alike. Burn up to 800 calories per class.
Adult Jiu Jitsu (Gi)
Self-defense martial art and combat sport based on grappling and submission holds. Incorporates techniques from Judo, Wrestling, and BJJ for a comprehensive ground fighting system. Focuses on using leverage and technique to overcome larger, stronger opponents.
Thursday (4 classes)
Cardio Kickboxing
High-energy, full-body workout designed to strip body fat, build muscle, and help you look your best. Develops flexibility, power, speed, and coordination. Suitable for non-athletes and pro-athletes alike. Burn up to 800 calories per class.
Adult Jiu Jitsu (No-Gi)
Brazilian Jiu Jitsu training without the traditional gi uniform. Focuses on grappling techniques applicable to MMA and real-world self-defense scenarios.
Cardio Kickboxing
High-energy, full-body workout designed to strip body fat, build muscle, and help you look your best. Develops flexibility, power, speed, and coordination. Suitable for non-athletes and pro-athletes alike. Burn up to 800 calories per class.
Adult Jiu Jitsu (No-Gi)
Brazilian Jiu Jitsu training without the traditional gi uniform. Focuses on grappling techniques applicable to MMA and real-world self-defense scenarios.
Saturday (7 classes)
Kids Bully Defense
Fun, safe, and engaging program blending Muay Thai and Brazilian Jiu Jitsu. Designed for kids ages 5-13, focusing on building confidence, coordination, discipline, respect, and physical fitness. Perfect balance of structure, challenge, and fun.
Little Lions Karate
Preschool and kindergarten martial arts program for ages 3-5. 30-minute classes providing motor skill development, confidence building, focus, and self-control in a playful and positive environment. Game-centric approach helps little ones learn while having fun.
Cardio Kickboxing
High-energy, full-body workout designed to strip body fat, build muscle, and help you look your best. Develops flexibility, power, speed, and coordination. Suitable for non-athletes and pro-athletes alike. Burn up to 800 calories per class.
Kids Jiu Jitsu
Kids BJJ program incorporating techniques from Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, Judo, Wrestling, and occasionally Boxing for a complete self-defense system. Teaches children how to defend themselves using grappling and submission techniques.
Body Blast by Bellicose (Boot Camp)
HIIT (High-Intensity Interval Training) circuit workout combining calisthenics, bodyweight moves, cardio, and strength training to build muscle, torch fat, and feel amazing. No two workouts are the same.
Thai Kickboxing
Striking program based on Thai Boxing (Muay Thai), incorporating Boxing and American Kickboxing for practical self-defense. Emphasizes proper technique, camaraderie, and effective striking techniques. No fighting or sparring required for beginners.
Adult Jiu Jitsu (Gi)
Self-defense martial art and combat sport based on grappling and submission holds. Incorporates techniques from Judo, Wrestling, and BJJ for a comprehensive ground fighting system. Focuses on using leverage and technique to overcome larger, stronger opponents.
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