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Badger mixed martial arts
Transform your mind, sculpt your body – Ignite your journey to excellence with Badger Mixed Martial Arts! Where tradition meets innovation for a powerful, empowering martial arts experience.
About
Badger mixed martial arts
I studied under master TM Kwon, one of the highest ranked and world renowned Hapkido masters. By the age of 18, I received my black belt in Hapkido. In 2004, I won the World Pro Hapkido tournament. I was chosen by MTV to represent the art of Hapkido in the competition - The Final Fu - which took the top 30 martial artists in the nation, with different martial arts background, to compete for the championship.

Our CLASSES
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Empower your spirit, fortify your body – Unleash your potential with Badger Mixed Martial!

Teaching Martial Arts

Group Classes

Personal Training

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Benefits of training Martial Arts
Stress Relief
Martial arts practice encourages deep breathing, meditation, and mindfulness. It trains your mind to stay focused while maintaining calmness and alertness. This can be especially helpful when juggling multiple tasks that demand your attention.
Life Purpose
Practitioners often experience a sense of calm, confidence, and renewed peace with their life purpose. Martial arts provide a path to self-discovery and alignment with personal goals.
Physical Exercise
Engaging in martial arts offers a full-body workout, enhancing cardiovascular health, strength, and flexibility. It also triggers the release of “feel-good” chemicals like endorphins, lifting your mood and boosting confidence.
Emotional Regulation
Through martial arts, you can master your mind and emotions. This leads to greater emotional stability, assertiveness, self-confidence, and reduced aggressive feelings.
Increased Self-Esteem
Just as physical exercise strengthens your body, martial arts challenges strengthen your mind. It teaches resilience, helping you bounce back from setbacks and maintain a positive outlook even during tough times.
Personal Development
Martial arts encourage introspection, helping you identify areas for improvement and gain the confidence to make positive changes in your life1. Forgiveness and Healing: By establishing boundaries and redirecting feelings of powerlessness, martial arts empower you to find inner strength and heal from past trauma.
benefits of putting your children in Martial Arts
Self-Defense Skills
Safety is paramount. Martial arts equip children with practical self-defense techniques, empowering them to protect themselves if needed. Knowing how to handle challenging situations builds confidence and resilience.
Physical Fitness
In today’s screen-dominated world, children need physical activity. Martial arts provide a dynamic workout that enhances strength, flexibility, and cardiovascular health. It’s a fun way to keep kids active while learning valuable skills.
Character Development
Martial arts classes emphasize essential character traits such as respect, humility, perseverance, and discipline. Children learn to set goals, work hard, and treat others with kindness. These qualities extend beyond the dojo into everyday life.
Improved Concentration
Active listening and observing are fundamental in martial arts. Kids develop focused attention, which enhances their ability to learn new moves and sequences. This skill translates to better concentration in academics and other activities.
Social Skills
Martial arts classes foster a supportive and respectful environment. Children interact with peers, learn teamwork, and build friendships. They also practice empathy and cooperation, essential for healthy social development.
Mental Resilience
Facing challenges, overcoming obstacles, and mastering techniques build mental toughness. Kids learn to persevere through setbacks, developing resilience that serves them well in various aspects of life.
Structured Environment
Good martial arts instructors establish clear rules and reinforce positive behavior. This structured setting teaches kids responsibility and accountability while maintaining a safe and respectful atmosphere1.
Energy Outlet
Contrary to the myth that martial arts encourage violence, they provide a safe outlet for kids to release energy and manage emotions. Kicking and practicing self-control allow children to work out frustration constructively.
Boosted Self-Esteem
As children progress through different belt levels, they experience a sense of accomplishment. Earning a new belt boosts self-esteem and motivates them to continue their martial arts journey.
Cool Factor
Let’s not forget the fun! Many kids find martial arts cool and exciting. Wearing martial arts gear, breaking boards, and executing impressive moves make them feel special and confident.


Our Testimonial
What Our Clients Say
Jason Arellano2023-10-03Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I first found Jeff via referral back in high school. During that time the gym we trained out of shut down and training ceased for a few years. Although my initial training was Jeff was short, the skills he taught me resonated with me for years. When I returned from the military, I was beyond ecstatic to find out Jeff was still training in the area. Jeff is an amazing, humble, and knowledgeable instructor. He pushes you, but not in a drill instructor sort of way, and is very patient. I learn something new every time I train with him and cannot wait to return to learn more. Badger MMA is definitely not a McDojo, and I highly recommend training with him! I have trained at other gyms with a meathead mentality and this gym is far from that. Make no mistake, the training is tough, but the instruction is safe, intense, and professional! Kyle Aratani2023-10-03Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Jeff is an awesome instructor/Sensei. He’s taught me and my brother so much. He has an unrivaled ability to understand what it was like to learn which in turn translates to unrivaled teaching ability. He is great with both kids and adults and can really help instill discipline. I highly recommend him to anyone with kids and anyone wanting to learn mma. Alex Mon2023-09-26Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Jeff is an amazing personal trainer! He helped my wife and I get back into shape. During the pandemic we gained a bit of weight and wanted to finally take measures to get healthy again. Jeff taught us what to eat, when to eat it, and put us through a rigorous training regimen. Not kidding, I almost threw up from some of the training sessions haha. That’s good though because I knew I was pushing myself to the limit. What’s good about Jeff is that he’s good at analyzing where you’re physically at and knows how hard to push you so you can get to your peak performance faster! I would recommend him to anyone!! Cheers!! Peggy Forrester2023-09-26Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Jeff is awesome! I have been training with Jeff Tucker, Badger MMA, for six months now and I love it! Jeff is teaching me how to box as well as training me in strength, cardio, aglilty, and stretching. He is kind, patient, and generous. In these last 6 months I've lost 50 lbs with the help of Jeff's training and his nutrition suggestions. The strength and confidence I've gained while working with Jeff has vastly improved my health, my body shape, and it's added years to my life! My name is Peggy and I'm 65 years young thanks to Jeff... Thank you Jeff! James Zsigmond2023-09-24Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Had a blast training here. I've been around the MMA circuit for many years now and thus, in and out of my share of MMA gyms. Badger MMA ranks right up there with the best of em. Jeff is cool dude, knows his stuff. The atmosphere and comradeship at Badger MMA is like one big family, and most of the folks training, leave their egos at the door, which is dually appreciated. I'll be back for sure! Elisa Ramirez2023-09-13Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. My daughter loved jiu-jitsu at Badger MMA- the instructor Jeff is kind, patient and fun!!!! David Aratani2020-12-09Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Jeff is a top-notch instructor! You really aren’t going to find more knowledgeable, well-rounded, and fun instruction in mixed martial arts. If you’re looking to train or even try a different instructor out, this guy CANNOT be beat. Charles Realubit2020-11-16Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I've been training with Jeff for about 2 years now, and he's by far the best trainer I've had. He's incredibly knowledgeable, and you can tell that he cares about your growth. He hears your goals and caters a training plan to help you reach your specific goals. Whether it's boxing, or if it's general personal training, I can always count on Jeff to help me get stronger. If anyone is even remotely thinking about training with him, then I hope this review will help dispel any doubt. TRUST ME, DO IT! Jay Martin2017-12-13Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Badger MMA is a great place to train and learn new skills whether ur a complete novice or experienced, You can get excellent training there. The instructor is very knowledgeable and has none of the I know it all attitude that plagues lots of intructors, he is Always willing to help 1 on 1 and does one hell of a job at breaking down the intructions to help everyone understand the concept of the technique being taugh, if u ever have a question he is there for you. The kind of attention U will get there will be next to impossible to find at another gym, Unless u pay for all private classes which cost a fortune. I highly recommend BadgerMMA! Michelle Paterra2012-09-21Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Badger MMA is sooo amazing! Jeff the instructor is so dedicated in teaching you to be the best at what you want to do! Self defense is easily learned and what a great way to stay in shape. I'll always be a number one fan.