What is MMA Science?
Welcome to MMA Science. With more than a combined 75 years of Martial Arts and Combat Sports training, we are very excited to introduce tradition, organization, and science to MMA by bringing you the first ever International Mixed Martial Arts Curriculum and Belt Ranking System. To develop this comprehensive yet easy to follow system, we’ve spent thousands of hours painstakingly studying and identifying the most frequently applied techniques used in MMA, then breaking each technique down into precise and detailed descriptions. In addition, we’ve identified and broken down fundamental movements into components so that all students have the opportunity to learn and develop critical habits related to any technique.
This practical system includes a student creed and can be used as a curriculum by instructors or as a learning aid for students to follow. With our step-by-step descriptions, pictures, and videos, you will be able to immediately put our system into action. Moreover, our system offers a simple measurement process that allows an instructor to easily measure and score each technique during preparation or testing. The result, accelerated learning and a clear and transparent path to achieving belts that can be proudly worn through a variety of clothing options.
What is the origin of MMA Science?
MMA Science has been in development for decades. 3 life long martial artist and friends recognized the need for a solid curriculum and belt ranking system for MMA. Through our system we intend to grow the sport and integrity of MMA. MMA science wants all individuals training in the sport of MMA to be recognized for there efforts. This will help bring true and highly effective MMA programs to martial arts schools across world. The ISKA sanctioning of our system will bring the worlds biggest governing body to stand behind your rank.
Why MMA Science?
MMA Science has developed a system rooted in science to bring organization and tradition to mixed martial arts. This highly innovative curriculum is the first of its kind to break down all the most commonly applied techniques in MMA into a step by step instructional that can be used by both instructors and students . We start with the basics and progress to the high level techniques employed by the greatest Mixed Martial Artist. MMA Science will absolutely accelerate learning which result in improved performance on the mats or in the cage!
So why adopt a ranking system at your dojo or gym? The answer is easy. If you are a traditional gym that does not offer MMA, our system provides you a guide that will allow you to easily put an MMA class onto your schedule. And if you currently offer MMA classes, our system provides the opportunity for students to be rewarded a belt for their combined knowledge, skills, and attitude. The ultimate outcome, a drastic improvement in student enrollment, retention, and performance.
Our Goal
This practical system includes a student creed and can be used as a curriculum by instructors or as a guide for students follow. With our step-by-step descriptions, pictures, and videos, you will be able to immediately put our system into action. Moreover, our system offers a simple measurement process that allows a Sensei or coach to easily measure each technique during preparation or testing The result, accelerated learning and a clear and transparent path to achieving belts that can be proudly worn through a variety of clothing options.
Dr. Paul “Paulie Gloves” Gavoni
An expert in human performance and organizational leadership, Dr. Paul Gavoni works in education and human services to provide administrative teams, teachers, and staff with coaching and consultation in analyzing and developing behavior and performance management systems to positively impact key performance indicators. As an Adjunct Professor, Paul is passionate about engaging and empowering his students through the development and application of knowledge. Paul holds a Doctorate of Education with a concentration in Organizational Leadership from NSU, a Specialist of Education with a concentration in Educational Leadership from NSU, and a Masters of Social Work with a concentration in Youth and Families from Barry. Beyond his work in education and human services, Paul is also a highly respected coach in combat sports. In 1992, Paul began boxing in South Florida and went on to win a Florida Golden Gloves Heavyweight Title in 1998. Since then, Coach “Paulie Gloves,” as he is known in the MMA community, has trained many champions and UFC vets using technologies rooted in the behavioral sciences. A featured coach in the book Beast: Blood, Struggle, and Dreams a the Heart of Mixed Martial Arts, Coach Paulie is also an author who has written for online magazines such Scifighting and Last Word on Sports.
David Zitnick
has been an athlete all of his life. His passion for developing his overall health and fitness started very early. David began playing organized sports at the age of 6 and started Boxing through the P.A.L. during high school. When high school came to an end David discovered the sport of MMA & has dedicated the last 18 years to improving his skills as a pro MMA fighter. MMA has taken David all over the U.S. and Europe for fights and training. David began training MMA in 2000 had his first Pro fight in 2001.
David began training with Mike Lee (F2 arena/Jungle mma) in Gainesville. After moving back to South Florida in 2002 David found his home at American Top Team and has been there ever since. David has always loved the striking arts and began training Exclusively with Roger Krahl. After 11 years of training David earned his Black belt in MMA Striking.
David is the Co-founder of MMA Science LLC. MMA Science is bringing tradition,science and organization to MMA. Through the first ever International Belt Ranking system and curriculum based on the science of human behavior. MMA Science is looking to revolutionize the way MMA is taught around the world.
David continues to train along side of each of his students and fighters. David is always seeking out new knowledge to improve his coaching skill set. 18 years of experience will be shared right here!
Roger Krahl
Roger Krahl works both sides of the cage as a mixed martial arts fighter, coach and promoter. Roger currently owns and operates the American Top Team of Sunrise Florida. He manages and train Professional Fight Team. Roger’s is a Florida State Boxing Commission Licensed Trainer, Florida State Boxing Commission Licensed Matchmaker, Master Striking Instructor American Top Team Certification Program, Master Instructor Combat MMA Systems, and as a Striking Coach for ATT Professional Team. With thirty plus years of martial arts training, Roger achieved the 2007 Florida Martial Arts Hall of Fame MMA Fighter of the Year, and the 2009 Martial Arts Hall of Fame Promoter of the Year. Roger is a 5th Degree Black Belt (Degerberg International MMA Blend), a 2nd Degree Black Belt (American Freestyle Karate), and Purple Belt in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu under Master Ricardo Liborio. Roger is also a Certified ISKA School Owner.