--- title: "MMA Training in Bangalore for Real Self-Defense - mytribe" description: "Looking for MMA training in Bangalore? Join Reign MMA for a modern approach to learning. We build real skill through Jiu Jitsu, kickboxing, and live problem-solving, not endless drills. Perfect for beginners and pros. Hire Vighnesh Nathan on Tribe!" canonical: https://mytribe.in/bjjnathan/mixed-martial-arts-mma-training last_updated: 2025-09-20 --- # Mixed Martial Arts (MMA) Training in Bengaluru By [Vighnesh Nathan](https://mytribe.in/bjjnathan) · I teach MMA by mixing striking and grappling in live, problem-solving sessions so you build real fight skills, not just memorize moves. ## Locations Trains at Reign MMA in HBR Layout & across Bengaluru ### Visit at - Reign MMA, HBR Layout, Bengaluru (close to Manyata Tech Park, Kammanahalli, Kalyan Nagar, Hennur, Banaswadi, HRBR Layout) - Available across Bengaluru (Bengaluru, Bengaluru, Karnataka, India) ## Pricing guide (estimates) These are indicative prices based on provider's past work. Enquire now to find out final quote. ### Drop-In Trial Session A single 60-minute intense training session to test the Ecological Approach and team culture fit. Typically ₹500-800 per session (estimate) #### Session Experience * **Duration:** 60 minutes of high intensity cerebral training. * **Methodology:** Introduction to the Constraints Led Approach. Expect live games and situational sparring immediately rather than static drilling. * **Disciplines:** Covers either Striking or Grappling based on the daily roster. #### Assessment & Evaluation * **Skill Check:** Direct evaluation by the Head Coach to ensure you have the grit required for the team culture. #### Facility Access * **Zone:** Access to the matted area and cage wall section. * **Gear:** Use of basic communal equipment like gloves or shin guards if available. * **Environment:** Basic changing area without air conditioning. Expect a raw training environment. ### Unlimited Monthly Access Full 30-day access to Striking, Wrestling, and BJJ classes with focus on concept-based learning. Typically ₹3,500-4,500 per month (estimate) #### Training Scope * **Frequency:** Unlimited access to 5 to 6 training days per week. * **Flexibility:** Includes access to morning or evening batches. * **Disciplines:** Kickboxing and Muay Thai taught via sparring games. Includes Gi Jiu Jitsu, No Gi Submission Grappling, and Wrestling. #### Instruction Methodology * **Oversight:** Direct supervision by a Brown Belt Head Coach. * **Curriculum:** Focus on advanced concepts like off balancing and lever control rather than rote memorization. * **Sparring:** Regular high intensity sparring sessions monitored for safety. #### Facility & Equipment * **Infrastructure:** Usage of heavy bags and cage walls for wall wrestling drills. * **Setting:** Garage style setting without AC or luxury amenities. Includes basic strength and conditioning tools. ### Quarterly Athlete Package 3-month commitment designed for competition preparation, fight camps, and belt ranking progression. Typically ₹10-12K per quarter (estimate) #### Advanced Development * **Validity:** 3 months of unlimited training access. * **Competition Prep:** Eligibility to join Fight Camps and peak training weeks prior to tournaments. * **Mentorship:** Personalized game analysis and problem solving with the Head Coach. #### Progression System * **Grading:** Eligibility for stripes and belt testing evaluations based on strict criteria. * **Internal Events:** Participation in in house tournaments to test skills in a controlled environment. #### Requirement Standards * **Personal Gear:** Members are expected to own full personal kits including Gi, rash guards, mouthguards, boxing gloves, and shin guards. * **Note:** The cost of personal gear is not included in this membership price. ## About Mixed Martial Arts (MMA) Training I believe MMA training should be about building real skills, not just memorizing moves. My approach is all about ecological coaching - you learn by solving problems in live, game-like situations. Forget static drills. You’ll fail, adapt, and actually get better, because that’s what happens in a real fight. ### Training Style - We mix striking and grappling so you become a complete martial artist. Whether you want to get fit, defend yourself, or compete, you’ll train for reality. - Striking sessions (Kickboxing & Muay Thai) aren’t just combos - you’ll use hands, feet, elbows, and knees in live sparring sessions. - Grappling includes jiu-jitsu, wrestling, and no-gi, with focus on connections, dynamic guards, and relentless submission hunting. ### Who’s This For? - Beginners: Never thrown a punch? No problem, I love building skills from scratch. - Hobbyists: If you want confidence and real-world fitness, train a couple times a week. - Athletes: If you’re serious, you’ll train hard and rest smart - fight camp preparation is a big part here. ### Team & Culture - We compete at national and international levels, but our core is team spirit - grit, loyalty, humility. No ego here. - *En ande mele ennaiya konduva* (What’s there on me, bring it on). We face everything together. Train hard, sweat, and watch yourself transform from inside out. ## Highlights Browse through Vighnesh Nathan's best work. ### [Featured](https://mytribe.in/bjjnathan/mixed-martial-arts-mma-training/featured) - [Video: This is what real striking training looks like. We focus on live, reactive sparring to build skills that work in a real fight, not just memorized combos. You'll learn to use your hands, feet, elbows, and knees to become a complete martial artist.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/552fa3d5-1a09-4898-b80e-ea6b4bf48ef9) - ![This is what we train for. Seeing my student, Almeer, on the number one podium at the FMMAI Mixed Martial Arts National Championship is a testament to his trust in our ecological training methods. We build champions from scratch.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/fd361f82-984a-435f-8f86-dd4e1b2e77cd) - [Video: Welcome to "death week," the final, intense push before a competition. This is where we fine-tune our grappling and ensure my fighters peak at exactly the right moment. The physical and mental grit built here is what wins fights.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/ab09656f-dcec-4aa8-9a56-ef310a2e1401) - ![A proud moment for Team Reign MMA, bringing home two silver medals from the ADCC Asian Open in Thailand. We test our skills against the best international grapplers, proving that our training methods produce results on the world stage.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/3dbc8014-c6c9-4e1d-a65d-efccd234b75b) - [Video: How do you plan for a jiu-jitsu fight when you don't know your opponent? I believe it's not about memorizing moves, but about knowing your A-game and creating situations that force the reactions you want. This is the strategic core of my coaching.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/202472bc-7d33-465d-a889-fbf32725f0ba) - [Video: You'll find a lot of things at my academy, but static, repetitive drilling isn't one of them. We build real, adaptable skills by playing the game. This is the core of our ecological approach to jiu-jitsu.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/ac98da67-36ea-405f-bfd2-f14c89e1b8cc) - ![This is why we train. I received this message from a student who used the jiu-jitsu skills he learned here to handle a real-life self-defense situation. This is the ultimate validation that what we do saves lives and builds true confidence.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/37798e10-27d0-4e5c-8386-c56c6e3b914f) - ![This is our community. A shot from our Reign In-house tournament, where everyone from first-timers to seasoned veterans puts their skills to the test. The energy and support in the room is what makes our team a true family.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/2034f956-5348-4a02-b824-7f1528de50ca) ### [Our Competition Team: Proven on the Mat](https://mytribe.in/bjjnathan/mixed-martial-arts-mma-training/our-competition-team-proven-on-the-mat) - ![A proud moment for me as a coach, watching my student Almeer take first place at the FMMAI MMA National Championship. This win was the result of a solid gameplan and a training environment built on ecological methods.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/fd361f82-984a-435f-8f86-dd4e1b2e77cd) - ![Almeer, one of my dedicated MMA fighters, proudly displaying his gold medal from the Martial Arts National Championship. This was his first fight and first win, the start of a long and successful career.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/d86629ee-8b34-4fc5-b567-6e9e182f24e2) - ![Celebrating a hard-earned victory with Almeer. Positive results are inevitable when a fighter trusts the process and the training environment is built for real-world application.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/49d82dcd-0698-492e-9301-9a1951442311) - ![The team celebrating two silver medals at the prestigious ADCC Asian Open in Thailand. Competing and winning internationally is a core goal for our serious athletes.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/3dbc8014-c6c9-4e1d-a65d-efccd234b75b) - ![With my silver medalists, Ayaan and Zaid, at the ADCC Asian Open. Their performance against tough international competition shows the effectiveness of our grappling program.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/d31c5747-9bc5-481d-8325-d4bec2788d60) - ![Zaid, one of our top grapplers, after securing his silver medal at the ADCC Asian Open. His grit and technical skill were on full display.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/b018e5ed-a336-4e03-843e-15e24cb9dd6a) - ![Ayaan celebrating his silver medal at the ADCC Asian Open. He fought with incredible determination, representing our team and India with pride.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/9c50ec59-2e3e-4353-b234-4e052bfae11f) - ![The team at the ADCC India Open. We had a strong showing with multiple medals, showcasing the depth of talent and hard work within our competition squad.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/7f549118-2de7-487a-8825-e1e8fb40cd48) - ![Zaid after winning gold in his first-ever tournament at the ADCC India Open. This is what happens when potential meets the right training methodology.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/52124aa6-ad68-4a87-8e1c-7e50a5289419) - ![Ayaan with his bronze medal at the ADCC India Open. He is a human highlight reel, winning three fights by triangle choke and showing just a fraction of his potential.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/6d1f0fad-4954-44cd-820a-bc5bef318305) - ![Jitendra Shukla with his silver medal, proving once again he is one of the top blue belts in the country. His performance at the ADCC India Open was exceptional.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/0272978b-81e1-46b3-ab28-1767a2628133) - ![Salma with her bronze medal from the ADCC India Open. In her first-ever tournament, she fought with incredible bravery even after getting cut, embodying the spirit of our team.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/ab1d3599-b59a-435f-ace4-8c220e2c3587) - ![A fantastic showing at the SJJIF Delhi Open 2023. Our team of nine BJJ fighters brought home 21 medals, a testament to their skill and our collective hard work.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/a7083744-3599-4a5f-bf56-6c7ccf17fa69) - ![The team celebrating our victories at the India Open International Jiu-Jitsu Championship in Delhi. We don't just win medals, we showcase good jiu-jitsu and our core team values.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/04c3e1f8-3c34-4394-8848-44b91b1afe76) - ![Holding the medals won by my team at the SJJIF India Open. Every medal represents countless hours of dedicated training and trust in our system.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/865c9493-d44b-4c08-935c-92079c59e2e4) - ![The competition team after a dominant performance at the India Open International Jiu-Jitsu Tournament. The results speak for themselves.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/03235486-650a-4789-bb0b-3e3502856f91) - ![My bronze medal from the ADCC Thailand Open 2022. After a seven-year break from competition, it was great to get back on the mats and test myself in the brown and black belt division.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/08e4d0d8-e0f6-4055-8280-087074961123) - ![Post-event photo from the Warrior's Dream Series. We faced tough fights and some controversial outcomes, but every competition is a learning opportunity that makes us stronger.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/f6290a29-4046-4f85-acb8-384a994162e9) - ![The team after the Art of Combat event in Goa. We had one win and two hard-fought losses, but we're already back to the drawing board, hungrier than ever.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/07b98d6f-f0ce-4812-8a65-f98aaef6110c) - ![The winners from our Reign In-house tournament. These events are crucial for building competition experience in a supportive environment, especially for our newer members.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/bf1f276e-acc8-4c64-bf7b-1c178242d6a2) ### [The Ecological Method: Skills, Not Drills](https://mytribe.in/bjjnathan/mixed-martial-arts-mma-training/the-ecological-method-skills-not-drills) - [Video: Here I demonstrate how to use jiu-jitsu principles to set up situations. Instead of drilling a move, we focus on destabilizing the opponent and creating openings for sweeps and submissions in a live, reactive context.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/fd8b0713-69a3-41b2-95bd-a155c5fe55d2) - [Video: If there's one skill I prioritize, it's recognizing connections. This video breaks down how to identify, break, and establish connections from top and bottom positions to control the fight and progress your game.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/5befa3ce-385c-46ea-a8a5-04865e5ef9ba) - [Video: This is my Guard Passing 101. I break down the process into four key steps, focusing on principles like passing the foot line, controlling the knee line, and pinning the hips, all of which are trained in live scenarios.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/2cb7cddd-e8c1-4fa8-b9a0-9961b074803c) - [Video: Are you a smaller person getting smashed by bigger opponents? Here are two key principles to focus on: using your knees and feet to manage distance and using frames to disrupt your opponent's connections.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/d8df7cf9-2f7e-47f0-923f-03909e91add9) - [Video: Here's a real-time problem-solving session for one of my students struggling with mount maintenance. We use constrained games to help her develop the skill to counter bridges and break connections, rather than just drilling a technique.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/3c9f8b7e-0326-42fe-9128-c3a942abeb62) - [Video: Here are three wrestling games we use to develop takedown skills. We focus on destabilizing the opponent from an over-under position and using foot sweeps to break their base, all with live resistance.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/98633bc5-8548-4411-853d-42fb2a32fe88) - [Video: This week we are working on hand-fighting and wrestle-up games from a seated guard. The goal is to create openings, enter a guard like De La Riva or shin-on-shin, and then work to a dominant position.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/22eb242e-75e9-4034-afec-93dbde7cd61e) - [Video: Here are three games for developing destabilization and reversals. We use constraints to focus on specific skills like hand fighting, achieving chest-to-chest connection, and escaping pins to reverse the position.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/3b035525-a2e8-4554-af54-1a02ff8a5b5b) - [Video: A glimpse into our training rounds using the ecological approach. We focus on repetition without repetition, allowing fighters to find realistic outcomes by breaking connections, controlling pins, and hunting for submissions in a live environment.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/7c50cfb2-d066-4b1c-aee7-7afe2602e01b) - [Video: How do you learn submission escapes? We focus on reverse engineering the submission. By understanding the core concepts that make a submission work, you can learn to dismantle it in a live roll.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/ed93d014-9de2-4c02-9b2c-ea88c1eb29a9) - [Video: My personal belief is that jiu-jitsu needs to be trained ecologically, not "ego-logically." It's about learning and adapting, not about who wins or loses in the training room.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/cfe8a46b-05ed-404d-bb5a-465fcd4a9777) - [Video: We use the term "intentions" a lot at my academy. Having the right intention, to learn and solve a specific problem in a roll, is how you can progress in six months instead of two years.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/d2181ba3-e6c2-4739-ad51-2b0280116560) - [Video: Being a white belt for five years is not a badge of honor. Progress comes from having the right intentions and goal setting, not from sandbagging. We focus on getting you to the next level.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/07ae0e6d-82eb-4d00-8b6a-020efe6ddfc9) - [Video: How often should you train jiu-jitsu? For serious athletes, five to six days a week is key. We make every hour count by playing jiu-jitsu, not wasting time on static warm-ups or drills.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/d0f3b086-563f-448b-9950-d9d12e7fda40) - [Video: Jiu-jitsu is a thinking man's game, but the person who reacts faster and better is the one who wins. Our training is designed to sharpen your reactions, not just your thoughts.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/c48968e7-4af2-46f2-a856-50e8faf1728d) - [Video: Training in the heat isn't just for physical conditioning, it builds mental toughness and character. It's easy to train in an air-conditioned room, but this is what forges a fighter.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/7e5a2393-9915-40cf-b82d-feba541e7c2f) - [Video: Takedowns become simple when the focus is on "kuzushi," or off-balancing. Instead of drilling takedowns, we learn the concept of breaking an opponent's balance to create opportunities.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/46d63717-34e1-4595-a08b-9bd2ad4792b2) - [Video: "We are never more fully alive... than when we are playing." This quote by Charles Schaefer is at the heart of my philosophy. Jiu-jitsu is the ultimate form of play, and that is the foundation of learning.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/5dd34b96-f83c-4039-9ace-73c5223d3eb7) - [Video: In a bad situation, you always have options. You can accept the position and work from there, or you can look for opportunities to wrestle up and escape. Our training prepares you for both.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/f0f014a2-0ec5-471d-9666-fe7f70100123) - [Video: "Give me a lever long enough... and I shall move the world." This Archimedes quote perfectly describes the principles of jiu-jitsu. We teach you how to find and use those levers.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/7393f62a-fec1-4550-9653-90ec2bdf04aa) - !["He whose life has a why can bear almost any how." I know my "why" is to build this team and a new standard for jiu-jitsu. Our training gives you the "how."](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/79816752-b1a1-4c6b-b978-abe025bf2ee2) ### [Grappling & Jiu-Jitsu Sessions](https://mytribe.in/bjjnathan/mixed-martial-arts-mma-training/grappling-jiu-jitsu-sessions) - [Video: A look inside our in-house jiu-jitsu tournament. My students are making a habit of hunting for submissions, which is a direct result of our ecologically driven training methods.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/9fb5a034-e91e-4482-8be0-c543d01a4e0a) - [Video: A glimpse from our "Wrestle-Jitsu" session. We seamlessly blend wrestling takedowns and control with jiu-jitsu submissions, creating well-rounded grapplers who are dangerous from any position.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/03761c24-3444-4c58-987b-e34b70f16468) - [Video: A visit to "Scramble City" with one of my top students. These intense, fast-paced exchanges are where you sharpen your reactions and learn to thrive in chaotic situations.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/2d1b5ab4-c03e-435e-9c8e-3901bd166c7b) - [Video: When you see an opportunity for your favorite submission, you have to go for it. Here, after a tough round of defending against good frames, I finally find the opening for a D'arce choke.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/1cd38f99-c0fc-4005-a9cb-8938bf3f806b) - [Video: During private training, we work with live resistance to learn action and reaction in real time. Here, we're working on takedowns and entries, focusing on representative goals for actual grappling.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/5c806bbd-15b2-40dd-bbe2-46a3999be412) - [Video: We are a team of submission hunters. Our training is geared towards creating opportunities to finish the fight, and you can see that intention in every roll.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/3abed9be-c5e9-4f81-8c6a-035889cafaea) - [Video: When you're on top, you stay on top. This video shows a tough Sunday round, focusing on maintaining top position, passing the guard, and controlling the opponent.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/087fa993-e540-450a-9f65-3a9b85db7454) - [Video: "Get comfortable being uncomfortable." This is a fundamental truth in grappling. We push ourselves to embrace the tough spots, because that's where real growth happens.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/348356bc-cfe0-48ff-a78d-a2aa8d157244) - [Video: There are only two ways to solve a problem: stop dwelling, and start doing. On the mats, we are always doing, always problem-solving in live grappling scenarios.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/89fd36dd-8488-47e3-bb5a-ac85805e3da1) ### [Striking: Kickboxing & Muay Thai](https://mytribe.in/bjjnathan/mixed-martial-arts-mma-training/striking-kickboxing-muay-thai) - [Video: A look at a personal training session focusing on Muay Thai teep combinations. We drill for precision and power, ensuring every strike has a purpose.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/c9824ab7-3f06-448a-bc74-b7284acff57c) ### [Our Team: Culture, Growth & Community](https://mytribe.in/bjjnathan/mixed-martial-arts-mma-training/our-team-culture-growth-community) - ![My first colored belts, Jitendra and Long. These two deserve their blue belts for their loyalty, hard work, and success. We don't build sandbaggers here; we build skilled martial artists.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/012fe074-d2f3-4ced-9467-5dc2b2861aa3) - ![The team after our belt promotion ceremony. I'm privileged to be surrounded by a team that embodies the values I've always wanted to cultivate: no ego, just hard work and mutual support.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/6aedd922-44c3-4b87-b810-3eb5aca8e3e3) - ![Congratulations to our future champ Almeer on his yellow belt promotion. It's always rewarding to see young talent develop and progress through the ranks.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/2374f6e7-66a3-41dd-8aa6-aac70d30d493) - ![Celebrating our students earning their first stripe. Every step on the jiu-jitsu journey is important, and we recognize the hard work it takes to get there.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/26b8759e-675a-4268-856b-2718464752d1) - ![We build ourselves through adversity. Here with a student, embodying the spirit of our team where we find strength in our weaknesses and grow together.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/b727fb68-1efe-43f3-8939-240029474cc9) - ![January 1st, and the team is on the mats. Showing up is the first step, and Team Reign MMA always shows up, ready to work towards a greater goal.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/2a2d8d33-7769-442e-ab85-843392e543c4) - ![My intention is to create a new standard and a different culture for martial arts in India. Looking at this group of dedicated individuals, I know we are getting there.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/735afaa0-6df5-41e7-b9df-c39ced08f1c9) - ![There are no easy days at Reign MMA. This is a snapshot of the team after a tough session, everyone on fire and pushing each other to be better.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/f76b7378-dc24-43ad-b104-f215e8588844) - ![We were happy to have Pro MMA fighter Connor drop in for some rolls. Our doors are always open to dedicated martial artists who want to share the mats.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/2d46f786-37b8-4cb9-a62a-38ef426a0ce8) - ![The competition team is grinding hard as the season approaches. A few more days of this, and then it's time for the fun part. Let's go!](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/3f87a0e6-360a-45ad-83c7-9b9c19becac1) - ![The team celebrating four years of Reign MMA. We've built a strong, dedicated community, and I'm proud of every person who is a part of it.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/b179c263-b6b5-4823-a464-5f8bfc0703d6) - ![Another group shot from our four-year anniversary. The size and spirit of our team is a testament to the culture we've built together.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/bba38f9f-279a-4c6e-aac8-a5584a307d57) - ![Cutting the cake for our fourth anniversary. It's important to celebrate our milestones and the journey we've been on as a team.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/4b517a22-e555-4a0f-a232-90e9c4c4271f) - ![A message for our fourth anniversary. We are not just building a team, we are building a culture of weathering the storm and helping each other become the best we can be.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/58fc67cc-fe1a-4e84-a421-e15e7afcc77b) - ![This man has been with me since day one of my journey. Having him drop in for a session is a reminder of the importance of humility, hard work, and passion for the sport.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/295b8688-d143-4868-9219-5a109ecf9ba8) - [Video: The contentment after a hard sparring session. The life of hard work and hard training isn't for everyone, but those who embrace the grind are worthy of the results.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/6900acc0-dd16-4eac-9a31-75b0bcc0ebeb) - [Video: You fight the way you train. We out-scramble, out-wrestle, and out-perform each other every day in the training room, so it becomes second nature in a competition.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/4d0cfe34-84d5-4d32-a9a6-4759243c9af1) ### [Coach's Corner: My Journey & Philosophy](https://mytribe.in/bjjnathan/mixed-martial-arts-mma-training/coach-s-corner-my-journey-philosophy) - ![Right now I feel like the best version of myself as a coach, athlete, and person. But there's always another level to scale. The mindset of constant improvement is what I bring to my training and my team.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/b9ce21ad-2bda-4893-864b-490fdbd5c0ed) - ![Meeting Priit Mihkelson, a coach I've learned from for years, was a huge moment for me. It reinforced my belief that the Constraints-Led Approach (CLA) is the future of martial arts coaching.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/925c839c-8acf-47d1-8015-ff2de1c60505) - ![Receiving my brown belt after a grueling 12-day practical exam. This journey has given me the creative freedom to explore the limits of our sport and refine my ecological approach.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/b956527f-9e55-4ebc-b379-41ac70e49141) - ![A reflection on my brown belt exam. It was a 2.5-hour practical test that pushed me to my limits and validated my vision for ecological training.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/be37c9e0-546d-4bf6-a01a-99b88feef3cb) - ![My journey wouldn't be possible without my better half and my students. My goal is to create a new standard of jiu-jitsu in Asia, and I'm proud of the process and system we are building.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/9dcd7d55-f984-45fc-b64b-2b9093738c86) - ![Being in fighting shape is a state of mind. It's about being mindful of what you eat and the days you take off. Discipline is a choice.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/fadbf4b2-3767-46f5-bdf8-9e65db8c93b1) ### [Global Recognition & Affiliations](https://mytribe.in/bjjnathan/mixed-martial-arts-mma-training/global-recognition-affiliations) - ![Did you know Reign MMA has been a BJJ Globetrotters friendly academy since 2019? We welcome practitioners from all over the world to come train and share their knowledge with us.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/3278ce70-76d4-45f7-9dd9-a6f94fb0bf08) - ![A screenshot from our feature on the BJJ Globetrotters blog. We opened in April 2019 with a clear vision for building a different kind of MMA academy.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/81bc78ac-f777-4743-8300-fb7720a45fb8) - ![Our philosophy, as shared with BJJ Globetrotters. We believe knowledge not shared is worthless, and we are dedicated to helping our students on their journeys, from beginner to advanced.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/27e84f7b-3462-4f0a-b148-730399a3e402) - ![A screenshot from our feature on Zee News, where we discussed our unique approach to fitness. It's great to see our methods getting mainstream recognition.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/170b13bc-d3c5-47e0-931c-deda0007a3a6) - ![Being interviewed by Zee News about why traditional gym workouts sometimes fail. We explained how the dynamic, full-body engagement of MMA training offers a more effective path to fitness.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/c8217245-1da1-49ec-8a3f-32624fcfbf94) - ![A great no-gi session at Arete BJJ in Thailand. I love the opportunity to cross-train, learn new details, and connect with the global jiu-jitsu community.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/2854c9aa-b559-4dcb-9faf-dd7bae2e847b) - ![A perfect morning of training at Arete BJJ in Thailand. Thank you to their amazing team for hosting us.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/79ad42da-de6a-4f47-9445-92a6f520e8fc) - ![An amazing session with Coach Charly Alcayaga at Temple BJJ in Thailand. It's always a privilege to learn from other high-level coaches.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/dad9a02a-3f47-431f-a7e2-f6e08de07829) - ![With my students at Temple BJJ. Traveling and training at other top academies is a crucial part of our team's development.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/3a339fdf-c310-467c-9311-32010fce7589) - ![We have reopened at a new, upgraded location. This is a look back at how far we've come in just three years.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/931f6376-81ea-46a2-803c-e2109b8e5b78) - ![The "after" shot of our new location. We are constantly growing and improving our facility to provide the best possible training environment for our team.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/836363f9-1497-42c8-bad3-597b5a36c46f) ## Meet your expert [Vighnesh Nathan](https://mytribe.in/bjjnathan) ### My story We’re not your typical fight gym. Our journey’s full of ups, downs, and that 7-year gap before jumping back in at ADCC Thailand—came home with bronze, not gold, but a head full of lessons. Getting my brown belt meant a 2.5 hour exam, mentors flying in from Idaho, and real trust. We’ve built a tribe here—no egos, just hard work and loyalty. And honestly, without my team, I’m nothing. Shoutout to Amen and everyone at Reign MMA—you’re my people. ### My work - **What We Teach**: We coach MMA, Jiu Jitsu (Gi & No-Gi), Kickboxing, Muay Thai, Wrestling, plus private sessions. - **Ecological Approach to Training**: No endless drills. We use live problem-solving Jiu Jitsu and the ecological approach MMA training so you learn by doing. - **Hard Work, Always**: No easy days here. We train to get comfortable with discomfort. En ande mele ennaiya konduva (bring it on). - **Everyone’s Welcome, No Ego**: Open to all, beginners or pros. We’re a BJJ Globetrotters friendly academy—leave your ego at the door. - **Real-World Ready**: Jiu Jitsu’s saved lives here. What you learn with us, you carry outside the mats too. ## More services from Vighnesh Nathan - [Striking for Combat Sports](https://mytribe.in/bjjnathan/striking-for-combat-sports) · ₹2,500-5,000 per month (group class) (estimate) - [Jiu Jitsu (BJJ) & Submission Grappling](https://mytribe.in/bjjnathan/jiu-jitsu-bjj-submission-grappling) · ₹3,000-7,000 per month (group class) (estimate) - [Private Martial Arts Coaching](https://mytribe.in/bjjnathan/private-martial-arts-coaching) · ₹1,500-3,500 per hour (estimate) - [Wrestling for Grappling & MMA](https://mytribe.in/bjjnathan/wrestling-for-grappling-mma) · ₹2,500-6,000 per month (estimate) ## Experts similar to Vighnesh Nathan on mytribe - [Grappling (BJJ & Wrestling) by Reign MMA](https://mytribe.in/reignmma_india/grappling-bjj-wrestling) · ₹3,000-7,000 per month (estimate) · Reign MMA - [Mixed Martial Arts (MMA) Coaching by Shiljith](https://mytribe.in/shiljith07/mixed-martial-arts-mma-coaching) · ₹3,000-6,000 per month per student (estimate) · 1026 MMA ACADEMY - [Mixed Martial Arts by Rama Reddy](https://mytribe.in/rr.dojo/mixed-martial-arts) · ₹1,800-5,000 per month (estimate) · KOI Combat Academy - [Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ) Training by Shiljith](https://mytribe.in/saimma_academy/brazilian-jiu-jitsu-bjj-training) · ₹1,800-5,000 per month (estimate) · Ippon Institute of Martial Arts & Fitness - [Mixed Martial Arts & Combat Sports Training by Bengaluru MMA](https://mytribe.in/bengalurumma/mixed-martial-arts-combat-sports-training) · ₹2,000-6,000 per month (estimate) · Bengaluru MMA Jalahalli - [Mixed Martial Arts (MMA) Training by Kaizen MMA](https://mytribe.in/kaizenmma.in/mixed-martial-arts-mma-training) · ₹3,500-7,000 per month (estimate) · Kaizen MMA - [MMA & Combat Sports Training by 1026 MMA Academy](https://mytribe.in/1026_mma_academy/mma-combat-sports-training) · ₹2,000-6,000 per month (estimate) · 1026 MMA Academy - [Mixed Martial Arts by Jagapathi Babu](https://mytribe.in/jagapathibabuk1996/mixed-martial-arts) · ₹2,000-5,000 per month (estimate) · SAI MMA ACADEMY - [Mixed Martial Arts (MMA) by Institute of Jiu-Jitsu](https://mytribe.in/instituteofjiujitsu/mixed-martial-arts-mma) · ₹2,500-6,000 per month (estimate) · Institute Of Jiu Jitsu - [MMA Training by National Martial Arts and Fitness Academy](https://mytribe.in/nationalmartialartsandfitness/mma-training) · ₹2,000-5,000 per month (estimate) · National Martial Arts and Fitness Academy ( NMFA - India ) - [MMA & Combat Fitness Training by Fight Capital](https://mytribe.in/fightcapitalindia/mma-combat-fitness-training) · ₹2,000-5,000 per person per month (estimate) · Bengaluru - [Combat Sports & Martial Arts by Raw Combat Fitness](https://mytribe.in/rawfitnessindia/combat-sports-martial-arts) · ₹2,000-6,000 per month (estimate) · Chaayos Cafe at Kammanahalli ## Book To book Vighnesh Nathan, message mytribe on WhatsApp: [Chat on WhatsApp](https://wa.me/916360004054?text=Hi%2C%20I'm%20looking%20for%20Mixed%20Martial%20Arts%20(MMA)%20Training%20by%20Vighnesh%20Nathan.)