Unlock Your Potential at Buffalo United Martial Arts

YOUR PATH TO CONFIDENCE AND RESULTS

At Buffalo United Martial Arts, we are committed to providing top-tier martial arts training in the heart of Downtown Buffalo. Our academy offers Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, Muay Thai, MMA, and Fitness classes, all designed to empower you to live a healthier, more confident life. Whether you're looking to defend yourself, build physical strength, or simply have fun while working out, we're here to help you succeed.

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Our Programs

We believe martial arts can transform lives, and we're passionate about creating an environment where growth and development are prioritized. Our programs cater to individuals of all skill levels, from beginners to seasoned martial artists.

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Weekday : 6 am to 8:00 pm

Brazilian Jiu Jitsu

BJJ promotes the concept that a smaller, weaker person can successfully defend against a bigger, stronger assailant by using proper technique, leverage, and most notably, taking the fight to the ground, and then applying joint-locks and chokeholds to defeat the other person.

Muay Thai Kickboxing

Muay Thai, known as the "Art of Eight Limbs," utilizes fists, elbows, knees, and shins to strike an opponent from all angles. It’s a dynamic striking art focused on powerful, devastating attacks and clinch work, offering a highly effective combat system for both self-defense and competitive fighting.

Kids Classes

Our kids classes build discipline, teamwork, and confidence in a fun, safe environment. Expert instructors tailor each session to help your child develop focus, resilience, and strong fundamentals.

MMA

Mixed Martial Arts (MMA) combines various combat techniques, including striking, grappling, and submissions from disciplines like boxing, Muay Thai, wrestling, and Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. Fighters train in all aspects of combat, blending speed, power, technique, and strategy to outmaneuver opponents in both standing and ground positions.

JUDO

Judo focuses on using an opponent's force to gain leverage, relying on throws, pins, and joint locks to control and submit an opponent. It emphasizes balance, timing, and precision, teaching students to use technique over strength, making it effective for self-defense and a foundational discipline for other grappling arts.

Sambo

Sambo is a Russian martial art that combines elements of judo and wrestling, emphasizing fast, powerful throws, joint locks, and ground control. It teaches practitioners to defend against opponents through explosive movements, using an opponent's strength and momentum against them, making it a versatile system for self-defense and competition.

Why Buffalo United Martial Arts?

We understand that walking into a martial arts school for the first time can be intimidating. That's why we focus on creating a welcoming, inclusive environment where everyone feels like part of the family. With our guidance, you will set achievable goals, build confidence, and continually improve at your own pac

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Testimonials

Jonathan Reynolds

Buffalo United is the premier training facility in WNY. Not only does it have a great cultural mix of friendly people from all walks of life, but the training is second to none, and technically sound. I always refer to it as a BJJ Laboratory. I’ve been to a good amount of academies and this one surpasses them all. The professors are there to give all they can to make everyone better from casual to competitor

Jason C

Buffalo United Martial Arts is a great environment with he best instructors in the area. BUMA offers a wide variety of classes, for men, women and kids, to find something(s) that fit them best. BUMA is a safe place where, with the help of instructors and training partners, everyone has the opportunity to become better than they were the day before.

Clark Dever

My experience at BUMA has been great addition to my life. BJJ has increased my physical strength, along with my cardiovascular and mental health. It provides a positive physical outlet for the stresses of the office environment and family life. I’m a better father, husband, and manager thanks to the mindfulness and physical exertion during training. The instructors are top notch and the culture of the academy is one of mutual support and learning.

INSTRUCTORS

Josh Ketry

Josh Ketry, a blackbelt under Charles Anzalone, began BJJ in 1997, trained with notable figures, and helped establish authentic Brazilian Jiu Jitsu in Buffalo, NY.

Khru Keith Forant

Keith Forant, certified under WTBA, began BJJ and Muay Thai in 2008, excelling in competition and teaching youth programs, sharing his passion at Buffalo United.

Larry Backlas

Larry, a BJJ black belt under Chuck Anzalone, competed nationally, contributed to Buffalo Classic tournaments, and is known for his technical pressure style and submissions.

Anthony Gugino

Trained at Kin-Tora Fitness Center under Dr. Ashida, Anthony M. Grisanti, and Eric Joseph, earned Shodan in 2008, competed nationally, and continues in Judo, wrestling, and BJJ.

Michael Christopher

Michael Christopher, trained by Hall of Fame coach Dean Eoannou, had a 15-year amateur career, medaled in NYS Golden Gloves, and now shares his boxing expertise through modern coaching.

Jon Kokotajlo

Jon Kokotajlo, an American Sambo Association Affiliate, trains sambo under Chris Anderson and John Lehmann, BJJ under Gerry Disanto and Josh Ketry, and previously Muay Thai and MMA.