ABOUT CLINCH MMA

Clinch MMA is located in Port Coquitlam, B.C., consisting of Brazilian Jiu Jitsu (BJJ) and Muay Thai Kickboxing. Clinch MMA incorporates conditioning, submission fighting, combat training, grappling techniques, judo throws, boxing, and self-defense. Clinch MMA is a full conditioning center with state of the art equipment that can accommodate classes for all levels; junior, kids, teen, adult, ladies, beginners and advanced levels.

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Classes

Clinch MMA has a comprehensive selection of martial arts classes, ranging from Muay Thai, Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ), Mixed Martial Arts, Boxing, Kickboxing, Wrestling, and many more. We offers a safe, fun, and supportive environment for everyone.
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Testimonials

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Andrew Chan

When I came to Vancouver for a holiday, I wanted to find a gym that taught authentic Muay Thai.  Sal's the real deal, he really knows what he's doing, why he's doing it, and it shows in the detail of his instruction and care for his students.  
Everyone is friendly there and willing to help each other out.  
I thoroughly recommend it.

Victor Totten

This facility is un-real.  You truly have to see it to believe it.  I happily drive up to 50 mins in rush hour traffic to train here.
The facility is top notch with new, state of the art equipment.  All of the trainers/coaches are highly professional and will help you up your game.  The trainers/coaches are real, they don't sit on the side and dictate what to do. All the trainers/coaches have trained with the best and are constantly developing and improving their game plans to pass onto the students.  They live the lifestyle and know first hand the blood, sweat and tears that it takes to become a champion, lose the weight, build confidence or just have a great time. 
I have been training under Sal Ram for over 4 years and have enjoyed every moment.  Sal and his family have created a positive environment where everyone is willing to help you.   They work next to you and with you until you understand the concepts.

Eric Zhi

I have been training here for 6 months now. Great gym. Excellent instructor. People who train here are humble and very helpful. Definitely recommend for people of all ages from all walks of life. This will benefit you 100%. Come see for yourself.

Venice Tabernero

The experience that i have had with the Clinch family i will take with me for the rest of my life. When you train with champions you cannot help but feel and think like a champion. "Smashing good times"

JC Tan

I started training at Clinch back in 2011 and I have nothing but great things to say in the 3.5 years that I have been training there. Sal and the coaching staff are top notch and care about teaching everyone that walks through the doors. They help individualize each of our styles to use our strengths, improve on our weaknesses and to make us continuously better ourselves. Clinch has also created a positive ego-less family like atmosphere for all the students to learn and feed of each other, instead of just beating each other up. Even the pro fighters go out of there way to give everyone pointers
The new facility in PoCo is top notch and created more space for training as the student base outgrew the old location. If you are looking for a gym to help challenge yourself and have fun in the process, then this is the place to go.

Dino Alimanovic

Clinch MMA is the place to obtain 1st class mixed martial arts training. I've been with the clinch family for well over 4 years now and can say without a doubt it has changed me in every aspect, that being both mentally and physically. The atmosphere is also second to none, after every class your will be wanting more. Whether your a professional or someone who just wants to learn the various disciplines Clinch MMA has to offer, you won't be disappointed. The environment is very friendly and you will not be intimidated if it is your first experience in MMA. Not to mention the state of the art facility.

Jared Abrahamson

Gym is amazing. It's like a big family and as soon as you walk through the door you're welcome to join. The coach Sal Ram is one of the most informed Mixed Martial Artists out there. Whether your goals are to compete, get in supreme shape, or learn the various styles as a pure art form, Sal can guide you. Great gym. Great people. A must see if you're training MMA on the West Coast.

James A.

I have been training with the coach Sal Ram for over a few years now and have nothing but good things to say, classes are  top notch training sessions and will leave you wanting more. The new facility is awesome, training partners are great and everyone helps each other out, ego's aside. instructors are approachable and easy going, very family oriented. if your in Clinch MMA your part of the family!

Oliver Martin

If you're looking for expert martial arts instruction in a state of the art facility, taught by individuals who truly live and love the martial arts lifestyle, look no further.
When I first entered the doors of Clinch back in Fall of '09 I didn't know what to expect, I just wanted to learn some Muay Thai. I left with more then I could have ever imagined. Looking back this was one of the greatest decisions I've made in my life so far. The learning environment is very welcoming and not intimidating, and the instructors truly care about each individual student and their martial arts progression. 
Don't delay your martial arts journey any longer, start today.

Peter Zahran

Best gym in BC! Highly recommended!

Simon Ali

If it wasn’t for the teachings of Sal, I would not have the discipline and the techniques that I've learned. The classes arc intense and he gets the best out of his students. A class act indeed and I’m grateful for what he has taught me.

Adrian Gomez

I’ve had the opportunity to train various martial art disciplines at several of the local schools. Clinch’s Muay Thai classes arc by far the most challenging and most technical, allowing their students to not only accelerate faster, but have a better understanding and grasp of what they arc learning.

Oliver Martin

MMA saved me. I joined Clinch at the end of '09, after barely graduating HS and have a very reckless and careless abolosecants that had left me homeless at one point. I had the choice once leaving HS to either turn over a new leaf, or continue down the path that I had been travelling which appeared to only bring more hardship. I joined Clinch and I felt as if I were part of a bigger picture, working towards a greater goal and have never looked back. Sal, Joe, and Sina are all fantastic intructors who will help you achieve your goals, whatever they may be, then surpass them. My health in all aspects of my life has improved ten fold, and within a year I had travelled to our affiliate school "Sangmorakot" to train. Clinch MMA is more then a gym, it's a family.

Gursh Johal

I've been training Brazilian Jujitsu and Muay Thai with Clinch for over a year now. I used to just go to a "regular" gym to train weights and do cardio, but I'm glad I switched to Clinch. The coaching is top notch and the workout is second to none. I've been able to improve my functional strength, flexibility, and cardio, all while learning technical martial arts skills. I look forward to each and every training session as Clinch is a home away from home. – Gursh Johal