Fresno’s Premier Mixed Martial Arts Training Academy

Learn real self defense. Get in great shape.

We have two locations, serving Fresno and Clovis for nearly two decades. Whether you want to get in shape, build confidence or compete, Dethrone MMA is the place for you. This is for everybody.

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Members train unlimited at both locations.

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What we teach

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Beginners and Advanced classes, for adults and kids.

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Brazilian Jiu Jitsu

Brazilian Jiu Jitsu is an art of ground fighting where you can learn submissions. Classes are taught both with and without the gi. We offer Beginners and Advanced classes to help you progress to your next goal.

  • Fresno
  • Clovis

Times and details: Brazilian Jiu Jitsu

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Muay Thai / Kickboxing

Muay Thai is a striking sport where they not only punch but also use kicks, knees, and elbows. The Kids and Adult classes teach the art and make sure you get a sweat in at the same time.

  • Fresno
  • Clovis

Times and details: Muay Thai / Kickboxing

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Boxing

Our Boxing program is the perfect class to learn the sweat science and get in shape. Classes are offered for both adults and kids, all levels.

  • Fresno
  • Clovis

Times and details: Boxing

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Wrestling

Dethrone Wrestling is considered the best independent club team in the Valley and one of the top wrestling clubs on the west coast. We offer Beginner classes that will teach the basics. Our Advanced training attracts some of the best youth wrestlers in California and is for those who are interested in competing.

  • Fresno only

Times and details: Wrestling

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HIIT

Get in shape like a pro! Top professional MMA fighters need to be in great condition in order to compete at the highest level.

  • Fresno
  • Clovis

Times and details: HIIT

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Kids classes

Kids classes for ages 4 to 14: jiu-jitsu, Muay Thai and kickboxing, and boxing at both gyms, plus beginner wrestling at Dethrone Fresno. A fun, family friendly environment.

  • Fresno
  • Clovis

Kids classes and times

Also at Dethrone Fresno: women’s jiu-jitsu (gi), judo (gi) on Thursdays, and a Saturday jiu-jitsu open mat where all are welcome.

Reviews

What members say

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  • 4.9Fresno10 Google reviews4.9 out of 5 stars
  • 4.8Clovis48 Google reviews4.8 out of 5 stars

5 out of 5 stars

Coach Mike and coach Lamar are 2 of the best coaches I’ve had the pleasure of meeting and being able to learn under them. 10/10 I would 100 percent recommend this gym to anyone wanting to learn or better themselves!

Google review · Clovis · July 2026

5 out of 5 stars

Great with children! Staff really motivates clients. Family oriented. My child has been coming here for many years. A great work out for kids and adults!

Google review · Clovis · September 2025

5 out of 5 stars

Amazing location with spring board mats, multiple black belts, lots of former pro fighters teaching the class, they have a top of the line wrestling club, two awesome boxing coaches with different styles. It’s a great atmosphere !!! Glad we signed up

Google review · Fresno · January 2024

Google ratings and reviews as checked on 24 September 2026. Reviewer names left off.

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Our coaches

Train with the best

Our coaches are a mix of former and current professional athletes who are experts in specific mixed martial arts disciplines. Meet all our coaches.

  • Portrait of Jason Kraft

    Jason Kraft

    Dethrone MMA Owner · Head Wrestling Coach · BJJ Brown Belt

  • Portrait of Brian Gonzalez

    Brian Gonzalez

    BJJ Black Belt under Tedd Stobie · Coach at Dethrone for the past 10 years

  • Portrait of Nick Bustamante

    Nick Bustamante

    BJJ Black Belt (Gi & No-Gi) under Brian Gonzalez · Pro MMA Fighter · Certified Personal Trainer

  • Portrait of Mike Moreno

    Mike Moreno

    Black Belt under Eduardo Rocha, Six Blades Jiu Jitsu · Head Jiu Jitsu Coach, Dethrone Clovis · MMA Coach

  • Portrait of Alex Avalos

    Alex Avalos

    BJJ Black Belt under Mike Moreno · Pro MMA Fighter · Kids & Adult BJJ instructor

  • Portrait of Noro Aristakesyian

    Noro Aristakesyian

    Muay Thai Coach & HIIT Instructor · Dethrone for 10 years

  • Portrait of JT Contrestano

    JT Contrestano

    Muay Thai Coach · Former Pro MMA Fighter

  • Portrait of Lamarr Dixon

    Lamarr Dixon

    Head Boxing Coach

  • Portrait of Krystal Jepson

    Krystal Jepson

    Blue Belt · Kids BJJ Coach at Dethrone Fresno (Shaw)

Also on the team: Cali Kordzakhia (boxing coach) and Rick Falcon (MMA fight team manager). See the whole team.

Dethrone Wrestling Club

Building champions

Our team has won 16 Reno Worlds team championships.

CIF state champions
5
CIF state finalists
9
CIF state placers
11

2026 California high school state tournament, Bakersfield (Dethrone Wrestling Club, March 2026).

Dethrone Wrestling alumni in collegeStanford · Nebraska · Iowa · Maryland · Wyoming · Army West Point · Rutgers · Oregon State · Lehigh · Northwestern · Virginia · Missouri · Illinois · US Naval Academy · Oklahoma

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About Dethrone

A different workout

At Dethrone Mixed Martial Arts, our goal is to teach our students real self defense while getting them in great shape.

Although several of our members compete at a high level in their sports, we mainly have average everyday folks that are tired of the old gym routine. We have a fun, family friendly environment that offers a different workout experience.

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If you’ve been thinking about it, come try it. We’d love to have you.

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