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  • Member Spotlight: Tyler Trout

    Member Spotlight Check out what Tyler Trout has to say about his training at Glory "It’s almost like a small family" Tyler makes his MMA debut March 5th! You can get your tickets HERE —> https://bit.ly/3b6wFia ....

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  • Member Spotlight: Steve Weber

    Check out what Steve Weber has to say about his training at Glory. Steve participates in both out GloryFit (Fitness Kickboxing), and Brazilian Jiu Jitsu programs. Since starting at Glory Steve has lost over 80lbs! We are extremely proud to have Steve as a part of our gym, and are thankful for the positive attitude and hardworking mentality that he brings to each class. Great work Steve!!! ....

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  • Student of the Week: Eliza Mattice

    Congratulations to our Student of the Week, Eliza Mattice! Eliza has been training at Glory for 3 years and has earned a Gray/Black Belt in our Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Program. Eliza always brings a positive attitude and leads by example among her peers. Watch the video above to see what Eliza's parents have to say about her training and hear from Eliza about her favorite things about Jiu Jitsu. ....

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  • Zak Cummings Picks Up Another UFC Victory

    Head Coach Zak Cummings secured another UFC victory this past weekend. After a hard fought back and forth competition Zak landed a perfectly placed head kick to secure the round and therefore the fight. Check out his post fight interview in the video above. Zak is the head instructor for both our Mixed Martial Arts and Brazilian Jiu Jitsu programs. If you want to learn from one of the best in the world fill out the form, and we will contact you to schedule your first trial class. ....

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  • Zak Cummings Instructor Profile

    Zak Cummings is our Head Instructor watch the video above to learn more about Zak and how he started MMA. Don't miss Zak compete inside the UFC Octagon on August 29th! ....

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  • Grappling Industries Team Champions

    Grappling Industries Team Champions

    This past Saturday several members of both our youth and adult Jiu Jitsu programs traveled to Overland Park, KS to compete at the Grappling Industries Championships. Our team received first place overall and earned the Team Championship Medal! We couldn't be more proud of all of our competitors, and look forward to watching everyone continue to grow in their martial arts journey. ....

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  • 4000 LIKES!!!

    4000 LIKES!!!

    Thank you for helping us surpass 4000 likes on our Facebook page. Our Facebook page is the best way to stay up to date on everything happening at Glory! If you haven't liked our page yet just visit www.facebook.com/glorymmakc or click the button here on the website! We hope to see you on the mats soon! ....

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  • What are your goals?

    What are your goals?

    What are you doing this week to accomplish your goals❓ This is our Goals Wall and one of the most important things in our facility. Our members are encouraged to write their goals on this wall. It's proven that you become 42% more likely to achieve your goals, simply by writing them down on a regular basis. There are many different reasons members come to train with us. To lose weight, learn self defense, become a world champion, gain confidence, or just to do something new. No matter what the goal is we are here to help you take another step towards crushing it‼️ 👉Together we get better! ....

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  • Member Spotlight: Harrison Hewitt

    Member Spotlight: Harrison Hewitt

    Check out what Harrison has to say about training at Glory! Harrison Hewitt is a member of our Brazilian Jiu Jitsu program in Gladstone, Missouri. Since joining our program just 8 months ago Harrison has lost over 65lbs. We couldn't be happier to have Harrison as part of our team and couldn't be more proud of how he is accomplishing his fitness and competitive goals! Keep up the great work Harrison! ....

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  • MARTIAL ARTS CAN HELP IMPROVE YOUR KID'S SELF-CONFIDENCE.

    MARTIAL ARTS CAN HELP IMPROVE YOUR KID'S SELF-CONFIDENCE.

    MARTIAL ARTS CAN HELP IMPROVE YOUR KID'S SELF-CONFIDENCE. Yes, this is one of the many benefits of enrolling your kids in martial arts classes. During a martial arts class, the coaches and teachers will help your children grow as martial artists. They will learn the values and principles of living as a martial arts practitioner. Also, your kids will realize that they are constantly learning new techniques, which they probably never thought that they could ever do. This helpsbuild up their self-esteem. In the course of their training, they'll be receiving awards in the form of colored belts. This marks their progression and gives them a great sense of accomplishment. Children who lack ....

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