Teaching students of all ages how to be ready to defend yourself and at the same time, be disciplined in all areas of your life is the goal of Heroes Martial Arts Academy. Our hope is to teach the community the many benefits of martial arts in Birmingham and Trussville, AL.
We take both a community and a personal approach in order to create a friendly learning environment and an atmosphere in which everyone can find their own strengths and overcome their own weaknesses.You'll learn the disciplines of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, kickboxing, mixed martial arts, and general self-defense, all while finding out exactly why our motto is "Real Power Comes From Within."
We take both a community and a personal approach in order to create a friendly learning environment and an atmosphere in which everyone can find their own strengths and overcome their own weaknesses.You'll learn the disciplines of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, kickboxing, mixed martial arts, and general self-defense, all while finding out exactly why our motto is "Real Power Comes From Within."
Reviews (9)
Robert Eaton
Jan 05, 2022
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Sonic Fx
Jan 16, 2021
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Dee Palumbo
Jan 13, 2021
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If anyone is looking to start up Brazilian Jui-Jitsu, this is the right place to go. Coach Chris also has a location in Vestavia Hills which is where I go the most. Chris is an amazing coach. He is very passionate in what he does and you can tell he loves teaching others. I joined the class to teach me skills for when I join the police force. Chris has a great team also and they are definitely like a family. :) If I was staying in the state, I would be a lifer in his class.
Oscar Tonga
Nov 27, 2019
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Excellent place to train. Very welcoming atmosphere and the instructors are all very down to earth, highly skilled teachers. If you’re looking for a gym where everyone is a yolked boot camp instructor with anger issues, then this is NOT the place for you. If you’re looking for a group of welcoming, unassuming, NORMAL people from all walks of life that can kill you in five seconds, then welcome home.
Darlene Lambert
Nov 17, 2019
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We took a private self defense class and it was great! The instructor (Chris) was very knowledgeable and helpful. He entertained different scenarios and situations and showed my college aged daughters how to escape different holds. He gave them ample time to practice the maneuver before moving on to a new skill. I would definitely recommend Heroes Martial Arts Academy!
Amanda Norris
Jan 12, 2019
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Per Jason Norris... Best martial arts instructor in the state. The reality based self defense course has really helped me with my job as a law enforcement officer. The moves are simple to learn and highly effective. Every student receives the attention they need for the certain skills learned. Chris has a teaching style that makes YOU believe in yourself. His teachings are not only for self defense but life lessons.
Justin Taylor
Jun 25, 2018
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Chris Mize and his team are not only phenomenal instructors, they are also phenomenal people. This is the only gym I have ever been to where I felt like part of the family from day one. There is no awkward standing around and waiting for someone to speak with you. From the minute you walk in, everyone is extremely welcoming and polite. I highly recommend Chris and his team to anyone looking for martial arts training in and around the Birmingham, Alabama area.
Daryl Mac
Sep 11, 2015
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Talon Kollars
Aug 05, 2015
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I have attended multiple schools in the Birmingham, Alabama area. Heroes by far is the best. The training is great because of the multiple instructors that are all legitimate fighters. They also offer more than just BJJ, such as Defense Lab(a fighting technique). Because of this, all techniques are useful both in the street and on the mat. I am currently not training but plan to pick it back up in the near future. When I do, it will be with Chris and Todd at Heroes. Anyone can contact me with any questions related to this gym.
