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Pitch Black MMA is a program that combines the arts of Kempo Karate, Kickboxing, RCJ Machado Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, and Wrestling. Team Pitch Black fighters travel all over the United States and the world to compete and train with some of the best fighters in the world. Our program is designed for several types of people.

Those who ultimately want to compete in amateur or professional combat sports competitions. Those who have no desire to fight competitively but simply want to learn the skills of many forms of martial arts. Those who just want to get into great shape and be a part of a winning team.
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The art was based on early 20th century Kodokan Judo, which was itself then a recently-developed system (founded in 1882), based on multiple schools (or Ryu) of Japanese Jujutsu. BJJ promotes the principle that a smaller, weaker person using leverage and proper technique can successfully defend themselves against a bigger, stronger assailant.
Our fitness MMA program is designed with the everyday person in mind. We have developed our program in a way that allows those who may not want to engage in the physical aspects of MMA i.e. sparring, wrestling, contact, to train like the MMA athletes of today. Mixed Martial Artist's have some of the sharpest physiques in all sports and with discipline, focus, and hard work you can too.
Our facility is approximately 20,000 square feet and provides 6,000 sq ft of mat space, stadium seating, a full size kickboxing ring, a 24 ft cage, workout room, heavy bag area, showers, dressing rooms, and full menu coffee & smoothie bar! We also have an after school area complete with reading and writing materials as well as a movie theater room.
Reviews (10)
Austin Ziegenfuss
Austin Ziegenfuss
Jan 24, 2022
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Absolutely excellent place to take your kids to get energy out and learn discipline.
Joseph Barroll
Joseph Barroll
Jan 06, 2022
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Totally going to bring my gloves if there are some heavyweights around everyone is a class act!
Mary Iacovelli
Mary Iacovelli
Nov 19, 2021
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My grandsons come to here and they love it. Great attention yo the kids and so much fun.
Nathan Petrice
Nathan Petrice
Oct 29, 2021
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Went here, got my black belt, and been kickin' ever since. Wonderboy is a great guy.
Terry Dow
Terry Dow
Aug 20, 2021
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Unbelievable facility, amazing to see such experienced people teaching all the classes personally. I'd give it more stars if I cloud!
PhillipandLaura Shepherd
PhillipandLaura Shepherd
Jul 28, 2021
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Positive: Communication, Professionalism, Quality, Value
Stopped in recently to pickup a shirt for my son, who is a big fan of Stephen Thompson. Great facility and everyone was so nice. My son was thrilled with the autographed t-shirt and chat with Stephen and loves the Pitch Black rash guard under his ghee at Taekwondo. P.S. We'll be cheering on Stephen during UFC 264. Good luck!
Rianne Cho
Rianne Cho
Jan 17, 2021
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Upstate Karate is, undoubtedly, the absolute best martial arts school in the upstate. My son has been attending this school since age five (now, age twelve); we love the program, the instructors, and staff.
Melissa De Fex
Melissa De Fex
Nov 18, 2020
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Our family loves this school. Their kids program for Karate is phenomenal. I've never seen so many kids eager to learn and listen. They really have a way with kids. From kempo, to kickboxing, Brazilian jujitsu, and MMA, they are definitely are worth every penny. I highly recommend!
Taft Osborne
Taft Osborne
Oct 24, 2020
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The Thompson's have built a true gem in Simpsonville. Their passion for helping our community raise happy, healthy, well rounded children has been going strong for almost 40 years. They make the upstate a better place to live!
Hunts
Hunts
Sep 09, 2019
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It’s like staying at the four seasons. Quality quality quality. 5 stars. Lovely people you can TRUST with your most precious treasure. They teach discipline and self-esteem, not just self-defense. All of these things are INVALUABLE. Thank you Upstate Karate.