"I've known Joel for nearly a decade.  He introduced me to jiu jitsu at a time when MMA was taboo and traditional martial arts were still the predominant hand-to-hand training method. Since then, I've moved down through the east coast training at several major academies in GJJ/BJJ, Muay Thai, Submission Wrestling, etc.  Joel's instruction is still my gold standard, and regardless of the big names I've come across in the BJJ/MMA world, I've never come across an instructor that so practically prepares you for every phase of combat.  Joel is an authentic martial artist who teaches out of pure love of the art/sport, and cares for his student's safety and training consistency as much as he does the effectiveness of his teaching.  There is no watering-down, there is none of the pushiness, idolatry, and brainwashing nonsense you'll find at the large affiliate academies.  He and his students are competition and street proven, and if you're in the Bloomsburg area, do yourself a huge favor and train with him.  Come as you are, put in the work, and I promise it will change your life forever."

Dennis P.
Florida


"I had to tell you today was my first day back sparring with the fight team since I tore my meniscus and everyone asks where I first started out and when I say at Bloom they are shocked and impressed. I feel like I never got to thank you an the guys for everything. You made me a more confident person. I really appreciate it. ( I know you aren't into sappy shit so I tried to keep it short) hope your all Doing well!"

Vicki Z.
New Jersey


"Awesome environment for anyone with a love of combat sports. Very welcoming and accommodating place for people of all skill levels. If you do nothing else in the bloom area CHECK THIS PLACE out!!"

Nick T.
Pennsylvania


"Was great very nice place people were great very knowledgeable and helpful. big thank you to all the guys for having in there group was a great experience hopefully I'll be back again soon."

Brian K.
Pennsylvania


"Hey Joel, I wanted to thank you for being a good influence in my life while at college. Oddly enough you and BloomMMA taught me a lot, inside and outside of fighting. So thank you, those first two years of college would have been not nearly as fun with you guys."

Andy R.
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"It was so cool to see every one of us out there supporting the guys competing, and that wouldn’t have happened without you and the gym. It’s so cool that you created and grew this thing that means so much to all of us. Thank you for letting me be a part of it."

K. Q.
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