GriffonRawl
Combat Sports and Fitness

440-358-9371

Welcome to GriffonRawl Combat Sports & Fitness

Our approach here at the GriffonRawl MMA Academy is simple, "If it doesn't work, we don't teach it". All of our programs are not only designed to benefit those who intend to compete, but are also designed to teach Self-Defense while getting you in shape. Mixed Martial Arts is currently one of the fastest growing sports in the world today! However, do not be fooled, the styles we teach have proven their effectiveness inside and outside of the ring time and time again. Competing is not a mandatory requirement for attending any of our classes. Competitions we currently compete in are Muay Thai, Boxing, Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, & MMA.

The GriffonRawl MMA Academy is located in Mentor, Ohio which is about a half an hour east of downtown Cleveland. We are one of the premier MMA Academy’s in the state of Ohio. We have a very large fight team which consists of over 30 active amateur fighters and currently 6 professionals and growing. We stay very active as a team and compete a minimum of at least once every month. Our gym is not just for fighters however and we welcome beginners who are just looking for a chance to train in the arts we teach to get in shape, learn to fight to be able to defend themselves, and or just want to have a lot of fun.

Our Academy is about 6,000 sq feet and is set broken into two sides. Side 1 has about a 1,000 square foot section of mats that we use for group training along with a row of 6 Thai Bags for our striking classes. We use side 1 for warm ups and more for the beginners. Side 1 also has our MMA store where you can get all of your training gear, apparel, etc to meet your needs. Side 2 is more for our fight team and advanced students seeing as it is where our Boxing Ring, and Cage is set up. We are the official cage of Ohio’s premier MMA organization the NAAFS and also rent our cage out to any local MMA promoters that may be interested. Side two also has some adjustable speed bags, heavy bags, and showers for use. If your looking to be the best come train with some of the best!

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Testimonials

I started coming to Griffinrawl right after my high school sports ended. I wanted to try something new and compete a little bit(even though I new nothing). After the couple months of training I was hooked. I loved being able to train hard, have fun, and learn new things. While being here I was also given the chance to compete. I have never competed inside the ring before and that was a new experience. I honestly think that griffinrawl helped me show case my abilities and pushed me to get my first ever victory. It is a great gym and feels like home. Proud to say I'm from Griffinrawl!

Jonathan Robinson
Griffonrawl Combat Sports & Fitness has been my home since I was 15 years old. I loved it when I started then and I've grown to love it more years later. I not only grew as a martial artist here, but also as a person. The gym is surrounded with great people, creating a positive and friendly environment. GR welcomes anyone that is looking for a great workout or to learn martial arts. You'll find a variety of great coaches, members and fighters that are willing to share their w...

Logan Urban
I got into kick boxing when I lived in Oregon. As i prepared to move to Ohio the first thing i did was look for a new gym to continue learning from and working out at. GriffonRawl was one of the top gyms to pop up. I messaged the gym and heard back quickly. Once i moved i joined the Combat & Conditioning class. The coaches are encouraging and will push you farther than you think you can go. Everyone is friendly and care about everyone. I recommend this gym to anyone whether you want to become a fighter or just train like one.

Becca Spivey

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