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Our Story and Recognition: Reign MMA

byVighnesh NathanTrains at Reign MMA in HBR Layout & across BengaluruStarts from₹500 per sessionView full gallery

Since April 2019, we have been building a culture of hard work and loyalty at Reign MMA. Discover the philosophy and community that make our gym different.

This is the 'after' shot. A look at our fully equipped training facility, complete with matted floors, punching bags, and a cage wall, ready for serious training.

A look back at our journey. This graphic announced our reopening at a new location, a key milestone in the growth of Reign MMA.

I was featured in a BJJ Globetrotters newsletter, which officially recognized Reign MMA as a friendly academy for travelers. This photo was part of that feature, taken when we first opened in 2019.

This text explains our open-door policy. Whether you are a beginner or an advanced belt from anywhere in the world, we believe knowledge not shared is worthless and welcome you to train with us.

We were featured on Zee News to discuss our unique approach to fitness. It was a great opportunity to share my philosophy on a national platform and explain what makes our training different.

About The Academy: Our Story & Recognition

We opened our doors in April 2019 with one promise: to teach martial arts through live problem solving, not rote memorization. Whether you are a total beginner or a seasoned grappler, you will find no egos here, just a mat where we work hard and help each other get better.

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Vighnesh Nathan

Trains at Reign MMA in HBR Layout & across BengaluruStarts from ₹500 per session

I started this gym because I wanted to move away from the ego-driven culture I saw in too many places. My team and I focus on hard work and loyalty, whether you are here for self-defense or to compete. We are not just training fighters, we are building a tribe.

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