--- title: "Reign MMA Bengaluru: Our Story, Philosophy, and Training" description: "Learn about Reign MMA, a BJJ Globetrotters friendly academy in Bengaluru. Explore our ecological approach to martial arts training and our history of building a community based on hard work and no ego." canonical: https://mytribe.in/bjjnathan/striking-for-combat-sports/the-academy-our-story-recognition last_updated: 2025-09-20 --- # Our Story and Recognition: Reign MMA Tribe Verified · BJJ Globetrotters friendly academy in Bengaluru By [Vighnesh Nathan](https://mytribe.in/bjjnathan) · Trains at Reign MMA in HBR Layout & across Bengaluru · ₹3,500 per month (estimate) Part of [Striking for Combat Sports](https://mytribe.in/bjjnathan/striking-for-combat-sports). [View full gallery](https://mytribe.in/bjjnathan/striking-for-combat-sports/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. ## Photos and videos - ![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.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/836363f9-1497-42c8-bad3-597b5a36c46f) - ![A look back at our journey. This graphic announced our reopening at a new location, a key milestone in the growth of Reign MMA.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/931f6376-81ea-46a2-803c-e2109b8e5b78) - ![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.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/81bc78ac-f777-4743-8300-fb7720a45fb8) - ![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.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/27e84f7b-3462-4f0a-b148-730399a3e402) - ![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.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/c8217245-1da1-49ec-8a3f-32624fcfbf94) ## 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. When I started Reign MMA, the goal was never just to build a gym. I wanted to build a culture. It is why becoming a BJJ Globetrotters friendly academy was a major milestone for us. It validated that our open-door policy, where travelers and locals alike come to train, was working. We do not believe in hoarding knowledge. We believe in sharing it. You might have seen us on Zee News discussing fitness, but the real test of our philosophy is what happens during a Tuesday night sparring session. It is hot, it is messy, and it is honest. We use the constraints-led approach to make sure you are solving problems in the cage, not just repeating steps for the camera. If you are looking for a place that values progress over polish and community over clout, you have found it. En ande mele ennaiya konduva. Come get fit and sweat with us. ## About Vighnesh Nathan 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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