"If You're Searching For A Place You Can Learn Real, Effective Mixed Martial Arts In A Safe, Friendly Atmosphere - Look No Further Than Keller's MMA!"

Student Testimonial:

"I began my martial art training many years ago with Mr. Keller. I had just separated from the Army and I did not believe that I could train, due to a messed up knee. I took a chance one day and dropped by the school.

Sifu Keller said, "Keith it is up to you, we are only limited by our minds, if you want to train, I will help you anyway I can."

Five years later, not only did I earn my black belt, but I competed in several kickboxing matches!!

I cannot express enough, my gratitude and thanks to not only a great instructor, but a great mentor." 

- Keith Smith, Fort Worth, TX

What You'll Learn in Our Adult Programs:

• Muay Thai Kickboxing - Pro fighters on the NHB and MMA circuits have known for years that Thai Boxers are some of the most effective strikers around... Mr. Keller learned his Muay Thai directly from Ajarn Chai Sirisute, a veteran of over 70 bouts who is known internationally as the original source for Thai boxing training in the US. You will learn striking, combinations, defense, and pad work that will allow you to strike with power and skill.

• Shootwrestling - This is the art and sport that practically started the MMA craze. Shootwrestling teaches you how to combine fluid striking combinations with quick takedowns and finishes on the ground. An excellent art that will provide you with a well-rounded standing and ground game.

• Brazilian Jiu Jitsu - After the first UFC, BJJ quickly gained respect in the martial arts world for its highly effective submission grappling techniques. Learning BJJ at Keller's Academy of self-defense will elevate your ground game to a totally new level - this is what fighters study when they want to develop a great guard game and escapes from all positions!

• Bruce Lee's Jeet Kune Do - Jeet Kune Do is a highly effective martial art that was passed down from Bruce Lee, to Sifu Dan Inosanto and Sifu Larry Hartsell, to Mr. Keller. Jeet Kune Do teaches proper body mechanics, smooth and deceptive footwork, and economy of motion. Many a great fighter has built their career on a firm foundation in JKD....

• Filipino Kali - Filipino Kali offers you an opportunity to supplement your empty-hand training with weaponry. While this may not appeal to everyone at first glance, the practicality of learning how to defend yourself with a stick or blade becomes apparent when you think about self-defense against multiple attackers, or a woman fighting off a large man.

About Adult Mixed Martial Arts Training at Keller's Academy of Self-Defense...

Above: Mr. Keller strikes a pose with some of the authentic cultural weapons adult students train with in our Filipino martial arts classes. Click here to read more about Mr. Keller's credentials...

Keller's MMA in Sweetwater, Texas is highly committed to providing every student with the highest quality martial art training available. Our staff of instructors are expertly qualified to provide you with state of the art instruction.

At Keller's MMA students of all ages, with or without experience, learn to compete, defend themselves, or just get a great workout and have fun.

Our mission statement is to provide our students with top quality instruction while helping every one of our students improve in all areas of life through their martial arts training.

At Keller's MMA, we encourage students to study and appreciate the martial arts of many different cultures. It is our belief that most martial arts have value but that no one art is complete.

By cross training in functional arts such as Shootwrestling, Muay Thai Kickboxing and Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, we are giving the student the ability to express and develop their own unique personality through the martial arts.

Instead of limiting the student to one art, our approach allows you to develop as a complete fighter using arts that really work.

Above: Sifu Larry Hartsell works with Mr. Keller on the MMA guard.

"I fully endorse all of Mike Keller's training videos and teaching. He is the real deal. If you want to learn how to fight, I mean down and dirty street fight, look no further"

Sifu Larry Hartsell
Martial Arts Legend and Grappling Pioneer
Original Bruce Lee student
Marina del Rey, CA

Above: Guro LucayLucay and Mr. Keller, c. 1995

"It has been my pleasure to train Guro Mike Keller. He has totally immersed himself in the Filipino martial arts.

Many students train for a few months and then move on to the newest martial art fad. Mike has trained consistently in many arts and reached a level of competence that many aspire to, but very few reach.

Mike has my permission and endorsement, to teach all of the Lucaylucay curriculum."

Guro Ted Lucaylucay
Well-Known Filipino Martial Arts "Instructor of Instructors"
Huntington Beach, CA