Academy of Combat Arts Fargo

Fantastic experience: A HUGE thank you to the extremely talented & incredibly patient coaches/trainers (especially Jason, Joe & Dylan) at the FM Academy of Combat Arts. You, and all of the great group of people training at FMACA, have helped me exceed my goals of getting physically and mentally stronger this past year. The encouragement and support (& humor) is genuine and definitely something you'll never find anywhere else. In fact, I'm now setting goals that I didn't think were possible and couldn't have imagined a year ago. Regardless of physical condition or ability, I highly recommend the FMACA - this really, TRULY is a judgement free zone (unless you have large calf muscles)! THANK YOU FMACA!

Fantastic experience: We drive 230 miles one direction from Bismarck any chance we get to train with Dylan and his students. Dylan brings experience unparalleled by any other gym in the state and maintains a friendly, clean and safe environment.

Fantastic experience: I would highly recommend ACA to everyone; men, women, advanced to beginners. As a female who is new to martial arts, everyone helped me feel very comfortable and welcomed at this gym. The classes and seminars are very high quality and the place is full of very talented athletes willing to help and work with anyone. I would absolutely go back to ACA. Fargo is lucky to have a place like this!

Fantastic experience: This Academy will change your life! Offering classes in BJJ, Muay Thai, Women's Kickboxing, MMA, Wrestling, and Boxing! Truly the highest level coaching in the area, with the results to prove it! Whether it is getting into shape, learning the arts, or competing at the highest level, you need to be at this Academy! Get started NOW!

Fantastic experience: Joining the Academy of Combat Arts was one of the best decisions I’ve ever made. From day one, it has been a phenomenal experience. Dylan and all the other coaches are excellent practitioners and teachers. They are all incredibly helpful people who only want to make you better at jiu-jitsu, wrestling, muay thai, and life in general. Despite being slightly apprehensive about joining the jiu-jitsu program, as I was the only women, I’ve always felt safe and respected. It is not a meathead gym. Thankfully more women have joined alongside a great group of men. The ACA is a marvelous circle of dedicated, tireless, and welcoming individuals. I’m proud and delighted to call everyone my teammate and friend.

Fantastic experience: my kids and I all go to aca and have tried another bjj gym in fargo and aca is hands down by far the best for anything your looking for in a gym.my youngest son is a naga champion because of aca.Dylan and his staff Joe and Jason take the time and will do extra to provide the best experience you can have.its an excellent way to get the most for your dollar as far as a gym goes.these guys will help you to become the best you can be in any of there classes.and its actually fun no matter what your age.i was very lazy and not active at all until aca. this gym will change your life for the better and make working out a great experience.gh zabel

Fantastic experience: The Academy of Combat Arts is an excellent gym for anyone looking to get into martial arts. The owner and staff of this place are exceptionally friendly and welcoming to newcomers, no matter what your skill level. This is an awesome place for experienced fighters to come train, and a number of students here actually compete very successfully in the local MMA circuit, but it's also just as inviting for total newcomers with no interest in competitive fighting. I personally have come here just because I find it's a lot more fun than going to a traditional gym, and you really feel like you're learning valuable skills while you're here in addition to getting in shape. I fully recommend the Academy of Combat Arts to anyone.

Fantastic experience: This gym has been amazing for the past year of training here. The Muay Thai and BJJ instructors are extremely technical and will help anyone improve their martial arts with a friendly, community atmosphere where we all learn to improve ourselves and our understanding of martial arts.

Fantastic experience: The Academy of Combat Arts deserves the utmost respect. I have a history of training under these coaches and team members and it has always been a positive experience. The coaches work hard alongside you to bring out your inner best and encourage you the whole way helping you smash goals. Between the gym, the equipment and tools available at member’s disposal, the coaches and teammates, you can’t ask for a better environment and people to train with. Whether you are there for competition, getting in shape or trying something new. The Academy can and absolutely will fulfill all of your training needs and requirements. What are you waiting for, grab some gear and hit the mats at the academy. You won’t be disappointed

Fantastic experience: If your wondering about a gym in your area look no further absolutely warm and inviting and everyone works with your skill set and that’s how you get better! Couldn’t be happier! Top shelf

Fantastic experience: Great place to learn and train

Fantastic experience: I trained at the ACA for about 9 months last year, and then another 5 months this year before I moved out of Fargo. In that time I was able to work with some truly incredible and knowledgeable people. The ACA boasts an amazingly inviting atmosphere that will welcome in anyone, and some really great coaches. For anyone looking to get into combat arts in the Fargo/Moorhead area, I would highly recommend the ACA. Joe and Dylan are the real deal!

Fantastic experience: They don't make beginners feel awkward, it's a great work out and the people are awesome!

Fantastic experience: I have been going to this gym for a few months now and I could go on all day about the how great this gym is. Martial arts can help you improve your confidence, work ethic, mental health, fitness, and character. That being said ACA is easily the best gym around for any form of martial arts. weather you want to learn a new skill, compete at low to very high levels, lose weight, or just have a fun hobby, ACA is there to provide that for you. The environment there is very friendly and supportive no matter who you are while still being able to provide as intense training as you want. the coaches there are world class, very understanding and extremely capable, they have done an excellent job teaching me new skills and even coaching me in competitions, and they couldn't care more about your success in martial arts and in life. I highly encourage anyone no matter who you are to train at this gym, at ACA there are no limits to what you can accomplish and I myself can not wait to see what the future holds for me at this gym

Fantastic experience: Awesome group of warriors. Professional school with people dedicated to achieving goals. I was in town for work and got to experience first hand with an excellent muay tai class!

Fantastic experience: ACA was one of the best gym communities I’ve been apart of. They were extremely welcoming to everyone- me specifically i started knowing not a single thing about any form of martial arts and the coaches and training partners created such a welcoming and learning environment I never felt uncomfortable being there! I began to train to help with a career in law enforcement but it soon became a hobby and great form of exercise in addition to great training. Definitely recommend training at ACA and getting to learn with some of the greatest and most welcoming coaches around. Dylan, Joe, Cody, and all the great training partners!

Fantastic experience: All of the coaches have an incredible amount of experience first time as retired fighter, competitive environment filled with people that just started today to black belts and years of mma fights under their belts, highly recommended if you are serious about martial arts

Fantastic experience: Really welcoming environment and high-level training. I was in town from Minneapolis this weekend visiting some family, but wanted to get some training rounds of BJJ in. Dylan and the crew welcomed me with open arms, and everyone was super friendly. I had a blast and now plan to stop by anytime I am in town. Osss!

Fantastic experience: Seriously great coaches here. Great gym for everyone from new to advanced skill levels.

Fantastic experience: I have been a member at this gym for awhile and this is a great place to learn martial arts. While there are many positives about this place, the one that always stands out to me is the atmosphere. The atmosphere is very friendly and accepting. Bullies are not tolerated at the gym by the owners and they don’t last long at the gym. People of all different sizes, ages and backgrounds are accepted. When I first started I was nervous, but I quickly found out that everyone is very friendly and willing to help new people. I would heavily recommend this gym to someone who wants to learn effective self-defense, get in better shape or someone who is just interested in martial arts.

Fantastic experience: Extremely welcoming, kind, and helpful. The facility is beautiful, lots of space and the instructor/owner, Dylan, is awesome. All the people I trained with were super kind too. I’m a BJJ blue belt and I also manage a wrestling program out on the east coast. I came here to coach at the Jr Nationals held at the Fargodome. Dylan, Joe, and the team were very inviting. I felt like I was at my own school in New Jersey. I highly recommend training here.

Fantastic experience: Positive: Communication , Professionalism , Quality , Value Me and my daughter started classes at the same time at this gym. Everyone welcomed us and genuinely cared about what they were teaching and each member of their gym!

Fantastic experience: Dylan has created a beautiful community at ACA. Great quality Brazilian Jiu Jitsu instruction in a wonderful environment. It is said that great people attract the same and this is very true - the people who train at the Academy are welcoming and great to train with. I always look forward to going to ACA when I pass through Fargo.

Fantastic experience: Professor Dylan has a wealth of knowledge, have always enjoyed learning and training with him. Also, amazing facility, and very friendly team!

Fantastic experience: Positive: Professionalism , Quality Super awesome place to begin or continue learning jiu jitsu. I’m extremely grateful I was able to start here with all the knowledgeable coaches to help. They really changed my life completely and will always be grateful!

Fantastic experience: I was constantly looking for a combat sports gym with a great community of not only students but teachers. This gym has completely wowed me. The coaches are great and always make class super enjoyable and fun and the students there are always smiling and just as happy to be there as everyone else. Its such a great environment and I suggest everyone interested in taking a combat sport for either sport, self defense, or any other reason go to this gym.

Fantastic experience: I stopped in for a Muay Thai class this weekend while visiting Fargo. Cody put on a great class and had us work on some fun techniques and combos. Everyone was very welcoming, helpful, and knowledgeable. We will be stopping by whenever we are in Fargo. Thanks ACA!

Fantastic experience: Amazing atmosphere with even more amazing people! Very welcoming to all. Highly recommend!

Fantastic experience: This is the best martial arts gym I've ever gone to in my life. The students and teachers here are very welcoming, no matter what level you are at they will treat you great! The wealth of knowledge across the entire coaching staff is world-class. No matter who you are you will see improvements in your game and confidence. If you're wanting to train there is no other place that comes close!

Fantastic experience: Positive: Communication , Professionalism , Quality , Value I’ve been attending classes here for a few weeks now and I love the coaches, the members of the gym, and being able to learn at my pace with no pressure. I’m excited to be a member of this gym!

Fantastic experience: I trained here for about 2 years until I moved out of the area. A truly great and worthwhile experience, the coaches were awesome and very knowledgeable, always willing to help and answer questions. I encourage anyone who is curious about learning BJJ, Muay Thai, Boxing or another way of getting fit while learning effective techniques to check it out asap. The environment is friendly and very respectful, people from all backgrounds working hard to attain their goals. I improved so much physically and mentally, really improves how you feel overall. Made many great friends as well. Training here was one of the most worthwhile things I've ever done with my time. Thanks again ACA! - Harmon Kinstler

Fantastic experience: Positive: Communication , Professionalism , Quality , Value Go today. It far exceeded my expectations.

Fantastic experience: Love it!

Fantastic experience: The coaches are amazing! This place changed my life and gave me a hobby I absolutely love! Joe is an amazing kickboxing coach and I highly recommend ACA!

Fantastic experience: Been going to the ACA for a couple of years because I wanted to learn how to defend myself and make it a career one day. Everyone there is really nice, great coaches and some of the best friends I've ever had.

Fantastic experience: only had the fortune of training here for one day, but it was well worth the time and effort to travel. if you live in the area, you should definitely sign up. i spent the day with one of their blue belts who also teaches classes there (Mr. Aaron Moritz) and my brain is filled to the brim; what more from their higher belts? great people with tons of great technique to teach. and the instruction is detailed and top notch. highly recommended!

Fantastic experience: ACA is definitely the place to go learn combat arts , didn’t take long to see that everyone here is passionate and the coaches really know about what they teach , no fluff. Also made bonds here with great people that will last a lifetime as well as changed into a version of myself that I’m very proud of . Come to ACA leave your ego , shoes at the door and check it out

Fantastic experience: So far, so GREAT!!! From day one, everybody at ACA has been welcoming and encouraging. Being a girl, the thought of rolling with guys made me a bit uncomfortable at first, but that was quickly eliminated by the professionalism and patience of my foundations coach Aaron Mortiz and many other students of ACA. Classes have always been fun, educational, and a great workout. I've learned a lot in the past 2 months and look forward to learning even more!

Fantastic experience: I’ve been training here for a year. This is the best gym in North Dakota. Great environment for learning for all levels. The coaches pay close attention to your training and progress. You’ll learn something new every practice. All you have to do is show up, pay attention and listen.

Fantastic experience: Coaches are awsome, great family environment feeling. Proud to call this place a home. Your not missing out on anything anywhere else.

Fantastic experience: Top Gym & Top MMA Fighters/instructors in the state. Focused & dedicated instructors. Real martial art training at it’s best. Besides 1 of the instructors is a retired undefeated Pro MMA fighter, another instructor is a top wrestling coach in the state who also cornered 5 MMA champions. Both trained fighters for UFC & Bellator.

Fantastic experience: Fantastic gym, very welcoming and great aray of knowledge. Highly recommend anyone going here.

Fantastic experience: This place is hands down the best gym in the area. All the students are respectful and have a great deal of fun training together. The coaches promote kindness outside the gym, and run a training program second to none. This gym has a very welcoming environment and you can tell the owner Dylan legitimately cares about his students and puts their needs first. If you are looking for a place to train self defense, especially Jiu-Jitsu, you would be foolish to go anywhere else. Don't be intimidated, go check it out.

Fantastic experience: Okay Ladies listen up! Have you ever watched a boxing movie, wanted to give it a try, but didn't because all the testosterone in the gym is a bit intimidating? Well not anymore. Come down to ACA were you can try your hand at one of the Women's Kickboxing or Jiu Jitsu classes. Heck, since you're here why not try both! The women's classes allow you to get quite a bit of one on one time with the coaches, where they make sure that you are hitting and holding the pads correctly. If you are looking for a high-intensity cardio and strength training workout then this gym is perfect for you!

Fantastic experience: I started training BJJ and Muay Thai almost 10 years ago under Dylan and the team at the ACA. It changed my life and was nothing less the a very positive experience. I moved to California 4 years later, and I visited about 5 gyms before I found one with the high level of technique I had grown accustom to receiving under Dylan and the team. The ACA has the best martial arts training by far in the tri-state area. The team is very friendly and respectful to all. No matter your current skill level - If you want to get fit, learn to defend yourself or even compete at the highest levels, look no further than the ACA in Fargo. ------------------------------Social Media Post Below-------------- Great training with the wizard @hotfirespicer and some of the #ACA OG's while back home. Known some of these guys almost 10 years now. Dylan is the best around, hands down, and has trained multiple athletes to the highest levels of #mma - Check out @acafargo when in the #FM area . . .. ... #ND #MN #bjj #academyofcombatarts #boxing #muaythai #wrestling

Fantastic experience: Greatest gym in the nation!! Top level coaching. Head coach Dylan Spicer and his team of coaches have produced top level fighters that have competed world wide and on the biggest stages. UFC, Legacy, RFA, and the list goes on. Very impressive to be able to produce multiple UFC fighters out of a town that has a much lower population compared to other major gyms in bigger cities. Goes to show the talent in coaching and the commitment to the team feel at the ACA. Not a fighter? No problem. Over 80% of the students are just men and women that are there to get a great workout or learn a little self defense with no intention of ever fighting. I personally drive over 70 miles just to train at the ACA.

Fantastic experience: If you are looking for a judgement free and supportive group to workout with I highly recommend the women's kickboxing class. Top notch instructors.

Fantastic experience: I have been going to this gym for almost a year and it is the best decision I have ever made. Seeing improvements in cardio, strength, mental toughness and skill is some of the most rewarding experiences I have had and the coaches here do an amazing job of reaching any goals you set for yourself. The coaches are highly skilled and the other people that train there have no egos and are willing to help anybody who wants to learn. I would recommend this place to any one. DM

Fantastic experience: Everyone from beginners just looking to get in shape to UFC fighters can train here in a safe and fun environment. Friendly atmosphere. Clean gym. Professional instructors.

Fantastic experience: Dylan and The ACA are truly great! The training here is some of the best in the midwest. It's great that everyone can practice in the same a academy from Pro UFC fighters to beginners. They offer a Free trial, check them out.