TESTIMONIALS "I've lost 38 pounds. I'm in the best shape I've been in since high school." Eric Carraher "I've lost 30 pounds and 3 pants sizes in just over 2 months here." Ryan Smith "Over 50 pounds and 7 inches off my waist!!" John Gorum "I'm down several dress sizes and feel great. My doctor is very pleased with my overall health." --P.B. "My job requires travel across the country on a regular basis. So, I've had the opportunity to train in several top tier schools. The personal and individualized attention I have received at Mid-America Martial Arts sets this school apart the others. Every student matters at Mid-America." JR "I'm down from 310 to 270 lbs, 42 to 38 size jeans and xxxl to comfortable xxl size shirt. I'm more active at home with wife and kids." Craig Hall "I took a gold and silver medal in a national tournament…my first competition!" Garrett Shrader "My kids have really enjoyed the class. They have always enjoyed the unstructured feel and the fun stuff you put into the classes to keep everyone interested. Your low pressure approach to advancing thru the belt ranks was really nice in my opinion. I hope we can find some similar type classes in our new home." Brian Winham "I've lost 30 pounds (275-245), my son and I love coming here." Andy Raemaker "On behalf of the eighth grade students and their parents of Mary Our Queen we would like to extend our heartfelt thanks! Your generous donation will help make this event a huge success." 14951 Chandler Road Omaha, NE 68138 402-813-1721 Email	Welcome to Mid-America Martial Arts Omaha's premier center for training in combative arts Brazilian Jiu Jitu - Muay Thai Kickboxing Mixed Martial Arts - Weapons - Self Defense Group Classes - Competition Team - Youth Classes - Personal Training Welcome to Omaha's finest martial arts training center today. Our eclectic blend of traditional and modern martial arts provides students with a unique opportunity to explore various systems of training and fitness for overall personal development. No matter your martial arts interest or ability, Mid-America has something for you. Our friendly and energetic atmosphere provides a fun way to improve your martial arts skills or just get in shape. Competitors training at MAMA have experienced action at the highest levels of sport: UFC - IFL - BoDog FIGHT - Extreme Challenge Victory Fighting Championship - King of the Cage Our History Mid-America's origins began as a "hand-me-down" martial arts club located on Offutt AFB in Bellevue, NE. The club was started by Mr. Norris Domangue (East Wind Academy, VA) then passed to Mr. John Cammarata before being inherited by Mr. Aaron Cerrone who eventually moved the club off base into its present location. Mid-America Martial Arts (MAMA) opened its doors Labor Day weekend in 2003 with little more than a single wrestling mat and some punching bags. The school has consistently grown into a 8000s/f facility and boasts a thriving family-oriented student body and a successful, nationally sponsored competition team. Philosophy Every good standing member is part of the Mid-America family. Mid-America understands that we are Stronger Together than we are apart. As every student improves, our school as a whole also improves. Our success as a school is determined by the students’ successes, for we cannot exist without them. Vision To make available to every student, a comprehensive system of quality martial arts instruction providing a working knowledge in all ranges of combat and self-defense while maintaining a family oriented environment, encouraging personal growth and liberation through the expression of martial arts. In doing so, Mid-America pledges to provide knowledgeable and experienced instructors that dedicate themselves to the advancement and growth of every student that commits to the program. Core Values The Student Always Comes First Mid-America continually pursues a "student first" philosophy with passion, making sure that every student is trained and developed to their fullest potential. The goal of Mid-America is to create the best martial arts education and training facility available. Our measure of success of is through development of our students’ martial arts skill, physical fitness, and personal growth. Treat All Students as Equals No student is better or more deserving than another. Whether a competitor or martial arts enthusiast, all students at Mid-America are part of the same family and will be given due respect and are expected to do so to one another. Empower Students to Achieve Their Goals There is no cloud of smoke or grand promises at Mid-America. The student’s development and goals take consistent training and dedication to honest hard work. Our instructors will motivate you, push you when you need pushing, and pull you when you need pulling. Ultimately, true martial arts development starts and ends with you: "the creative and hard working individual." Ensure Quality Instruction in Every Class Mid-America will continue to research, develop, and share the techniques, training methods, combative strategies, and concepts of the worlds most effective martial arts. Students are offered the opportunity to study and train in Muay Thai Kickboxing, Jeet Kune Do Concepts, Jun Fan Gung Fu, Filipino Weapon Arts, Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, Submission Wrestling, and MMA/NHB fighting. Our youth program is a compilation of these systems, providing students will a well-rounded martial arts education. Creed Honor to country and family Trust and brotherhood among friends Courage to seek personal growth and liberation Respect to fellow humans, their beliefs, and goals Copyright © 2008 - Mid-America Martial Arts. All Rights Reserved.