Business Details
20 Years
experience
Your Premier Martial Arts Training Center in Lexington, KY
Performance Edge Training has been dedicated to providing performance-based martial arts training since 2006. Our programs combine Mixed Martial Arts, Combatives, and Fight Shape fitness classes to serve individuals seeking self-defense skills, competitive excellence, and physical fitness. We emphasize practical combat techniques tested against resisting opponents, with curricula influenced by boxing, Muay Thai, Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, and real-world defense scenarios. Our instructors prioritize developing a fighting mindset through force-on-force training, ensuring students master transitions between striking, clinch, and ground fighting.We offer structured classes for all skill levels, private lessons, and specialized training in edged weapons, firearms, and impact weapons. With a focus on personal growth over traditional martial arts rituals, we maintain an ego-free environment where performance metrics drive progress. Our facility has served Lexington, KY, with evolving programs and a commitment to adapting based on student feedback.
Services
Mixed Martial Arts
Combatives
Fight! Fundamentals
Private Lessons
Fight Shape Fitness
Details
- Year established: 2006
Highlights and features
- Established in 2006 with proven combat training expertise
- Performance-based curriculum tested against resisting opponents
- Certified instructors with backgrounds in multiple disciplines
- Specialized classes for firearms, edged weapons, and self-defense
- Flexible payment options including online registration
Services
Mixed Martial Arts
Our MMA program integrates striking, wrestling, and grappling techniques from boxing, Muay Thai, and Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. Students learn seamless transitions between combat ranges while developing fight psychology and positional dominance skills. The curriculum emphasizes practical application through live sparring sessions.
Combatives
Designed for high-stress scenarios, this class covers edged weapons defense, impact weapon techniques, and firearms fundamentals. Training includes de-escalation tactics, restraint methods, and ground survival strategies tested through force-on-force drills to prepare students for real-world threats.
Fight! Fundamentals
New students build foundational skills in striking, wrestling, and ground fighting through structured drills. This prerequisite course prepares participants for advanced MMA and Combatives classes by establishing core techniques applicable to both competitive and self-defense contexts.
Fight Shape Fitness
Circuit-style workouts develop fight-ready conditioning without direct combat. Participants improve strength, endurance, and agility through MMA-inspired exercises while maintaining a safe training environment for non-combat fitness goals.
Private Lessons
Customized instruction available in all disciplines including firearms handling, edged weapon defense, and competition-specific MMA techniques. Sessions focus on individual skill development with personalized feedback from certified instructors.
Questions
Do you offer trial classes for new students?
Yes, we provide a free week of Fight! Fundamentals classes with four trial lessons to experience our training approach.
What martial arts styles are included in your MMA program?
Our MMA classes combine boxing, Muay Thai kickboxing, Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, and wrestling techniques for comprehensive combat training.
Are there age requirements for participation?
Students must be at least 16 years old to enroll in our regular classes and private training sessions.
What equipment is needed for Fight Shape classes?
Participants need 4oz MMA gloves; comfortable athletic clothing is recommended for all fitness-focused sessions.
How do I register for classes?
Register online through our website, by phone at (859) 433-3406, or in person at our Lexington facility with advance payment required.