# United Martial Arts Training Center > Lubbock, United States ## Overview **Name:** United Martial Arts Training Center **Description:** United Martial Arts Training Center (UMA) is a premier martial arts facility in Lubbock, Texas, dedicated to challenging and empowering students through superior teaching of a rigorous curriculum. The center exists to develop attributes of character, excellence, self-discipline, tolerance, and humility while recognizing and optimizing each athlete's full potential. Through its comprehensive programs, UMA provides the background necessary for athletes to compete at the highest level. As a catalyst to deepen and advance the understanding of Wushu (Chinese Martial Arts) in America, UMA offers world-class instruction across multiple disciplines including Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, Sanda, MMA, Muay Thai, and Wrestling. The facility features professional-grade training equipment including competition mats, a boxing ring, an MMA cage, heavy bags, and a complete strength and conditioning area. The coaching staff includes internationally recognized martial artists with extensive competitive experience. Head Coach Yi-Yuan (Ian) Lee has served as the head coach for the U.S.A. Sanda Team since 2007, leading athletes at multiple World Championships and Pan American Championships. Coach Cory Johnson is a Sanda and Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu black belt who has competed internationally in Sanda, Kickboxing, MMA, and Jiu-Jitsu, winning multiple national championships. Coach Bruce Wang, a Sanda silver medalist at the 2023 World Wushu Championships and BJJ brown belt, brings elite-level competition experience to the instructional team. Together, they provide comprehensive training for students of all ages and skill levels, from beginners to elite competitors. **Status:** Active ## Contact Information **Address:** 14208 Slide Rd Lubbock, TX 79424, United States **Phone:** +1 806-698-6100 **Email:** umacontactus@gmail.com **Website:** https://www.umatc.net **Social Media:** - Instagram: https://instagram.com/umalubbock - Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/United-Martial-Arts-122209591160879/ ## Instructors ### Yi-Yuan Lee **Role:** Head Instructor **Bio:** Head Coach of United Martial Arts Training Center and head coach for Team U.S.A. Sanda since 2007. Seven-time national champion and two-time international champion in Sanda. Board member and vice president for Sanda under USAWKF. Led U.S. teams at 15th World Wushu Championships (Shanghai 2019), 11th World Championships (Ankara 2011), 9th World Championships (Beijing 2007), 8th Pan American Championships (Buenos Aires 2010), and Wu Shu World Cup (Macao 2003). ### Bruce Wang - Brown **Role:** Instructor **Bio:** BJJ brown belt and Sanda silver medalist at the 16th World Wushu Championships (2023). Represented Team USA at World Championships in Russia (2017), USA (2023), and the University Games in Taiwan. Gold medalist at USA National Rankings and National Championships 2019 and 2023. Head coach at 2023 Chengdu FISU World University Games. Teaching at UMA since 2013. ### Cory Johnson - Black **Role:** Instructor **Bio:** Sanda and Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu black belt with international competition experience in Sanda, Kickboxing, MMA, and Jiu-Jitsu. Multiple-time National Sanda champion and IBJJF Masters No-Gi champion. Training with Coach Lee since 2006, he has competed and coached internationally for the US Sanda team. Pan American Silver Medalist and 2018 Pan American USA Team Coach. ## Programs ### Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (Gi) **Skill Level:** All Levels **Age Group:** adults **Gi Requirement:** Gi required **Description:** Traditional Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu training with the gi, focusing on technique, leverage, and ground fighting skills **Classes:** ### No-Gi Jiu-Jitsu **Skill Level:** All Levels **Age Group:** adults **Gi Requirement:** No-Gi **Description:** Grappling without the gi, focusing on wrestling-based positions and submissions **Classes:** ### Sanda **Skill Level:** All Levels **Age Group:** adults **Gi Requirement:** No-Gi **Description:** Chinese kickboxing combining striking, throws, and takedowns in a dynamic combat sport **Classes:** ### MMA Program **Skill Level:** All Levels **Age Group:** adults **Gi Requirement:** No-Gi **Description:** Mixed martial arts training combining striking, grappling, and ground fighting techniques **Classes:** ### Wrestling **Skill Level:** All Levels **Age Group:** adults **Gi Requirement:** No-Gi **Description:** Wrestling techniques for takedowns, control, and ground positioning **Classes:** ### Kids Wrestling **Skill Level:** All Levels **Age Group:** kids **Gi Requirement:** No-Gi **Description:** Wrestling fundamentals for children in a fun and safe environment **Classes:** ### Kids Sanda **Skill Level:** All Levels **Age Group:** kids **Gi Requirement:** No-Gi **Description:** Chinese martial arts fundamentals for children focusing on discipline and technique **Classes:** ### Kids Gi Jiu-Jitsu **Skill Level:** All Levels **Age Group:** kids **Gi Requirement:** Gi required **Description:** Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu for children with focus on character development and technique **Classes:** ### Kids No-Gi Jiu-Jitsu **Skill Level:** All Levels **Age Group:** kids **Gi Requirement:** No-Gi **Description:** Grappling fundamentals for children without the gi **Classes:** --- **Last Updated:** March 10, 2026 **Data Source:** BJJ.Space (https://bjj.space/gyms/united-states/texas/lubbock/united-martial-arts-training-center)