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Gabriel Stinson, MMA coach in Kirkland
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Gabriel Stinson

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Gabriel is very reliable and responsive. Students are usually very satisfied.
5.0Rating
16Reviews
5.0•16 reviews
Background-checkedCriminal record clear
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Cleared for juniorsYouth safety certified
$1M insuredEvery lesson is covered

Background-checked

Criminal record clear

ID verified

Government ID verified

Cleared for juniors

Youth safety certified

$1M insured

Every lesson is covered

99
Outstanding
Gabriel is very reliable and responsive. Students are usually very satisfied.
5.0Rating
16Reviews
5.0•16 reviews
Background-checkedCriminal record clear
ID verifiedGovernment ID verified
Cleared for juniorsYouth safety certified
$1M insuredEvery lesson is covered

Background-checked

Criminal record clear

ID verified

Government ID verified

Cleared for juniors

Youth safety certified

$1M insured

Every lesson is covered

About your mma coach

I’m a passionate martial arts coach and active competitor in Seattle with over 15 years of training. I help students of all levels reach their full potential in a fun, supportive, and challenging environment. I’ve trained with some incredible names: • Aaron Fields (Seattle sambo/grappling coach, founder of SeaTown Grappling) • Byamba (4× World Sumo Champion, former pro sumo wrestler in Japan, dominant US Sumo Open competitor) • Demetrious Johnson (former UFC Flyweight Champion with a record 11 straight title defenses) • Frank Shamrock (former UFC Middleweight Champion and MMA pioneer) • Igor Kurinnoy (3× World Sambo Champion) • Matt Hume (legendary MMA coach, founder/head trainer of AMC Pankration, former fighter, and Sr. VP at ONE Championship) • Sifu Christopher Clarke (Northwest Kali/JKD founder, full instructor under Dan Inosanto) My disciplines include Boxing, Wrestling, Sambo, Judo, Jujutsu, Catch Wrestling, and Kali. I’ve competed nationally in Sambo and keep sharpening my skills while guiding others to hit their goals.

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Teaches: Kids, Teenagers, Adults, Seniors
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Levels: Beginners, Intermediates, Experts
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Lives in: Kirkland, Washington
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Years Playing: 17 years
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Given: 32 lessons

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Beginner training plan
Your first lessonFocus on fundamental movements, basic stance, and simple footwork. We'll cover essential stretches and a warm-up routine to set the foundation for future lessons.
Lesson 11+In Lessons 11 and up, students focus on advanced striking and grappling techniques, enhancing their skills and strategies. They participate in dynamic sparring to apply their knowledge in real scenarios, with an emphasis on competition preparation. These lessons aim to boost confidence and help students achieve mastery in martial arts.
Lesson 4-10In Lessons 4 to 10, students learn grappling, basic striking, and defense skills while practicing light sparring to apply what they’ve learned. Starting from Lesson 11, the training gets more intense, focusing on advanced techniques and preparation for competitions, helping students build confidence and improve their martial arts skills.
Lesson 2-3Basic Striking Techniques Introduction to basic striking techniques such as jabs and crosses. Students will practice shadowboxing to develop coordination and form.
Advanced training plan
Your first lessonIn Advanced Lesson 1, fighters focus on mastering advanced footwork and positioning. They build upon their basic techniques, refining their form while integrating complex movements. The lesson includes targeted drills to enhance their execution of fundamental striking techniques, such as combinations and setups
Lesson 11+In Lessons 11 and above, advanced fighters concentrate on high-level techniques for both striking and grappling. These lessons emphasize strategy and fight awareness, with intense sparring sessions that simulate competition conditions. Students work on developing game plans and tactics, enhancing confidence, skill mastery, and overall performance to prepare for upcoming fights and competitions.
Lesson 4-10In Lessons 4 to 10, advanced fighters explore grappling and defensive strategies in greater depth. They learn to merge striking with evasive movements and begin mastering advanced grappling techniques, including submissions and escapes. Light sparring allows them to test their skills, and increasingly complex drills challenge their timing and adaptability in different scenarios.
Lesson 2-3In Advanced Lessons 2 and 3, students continue refining their striking techniques, expanding their knowledge of advanced kicks and integrating defensive skills. They practice combinations that incorporate these kicks while focusing on body mechanics to improve accuracy and power. Additionally, they work on evasive techniques and counter-striking, practicing drills to react effectively to opponents’ attacks while maintaining offensive pressure.
What you need to bringPositive attitude
What I can bringBoxing gloves, shinguards can be provided. But aren’t necessary for beginners.

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I loved training with Gabriel because he is a great teacher who makes lessons enjoyable and easy to follow. The class was well-paced and engaging, which kept me motivated throughout. If you’re thinking about trying MMA, I definitely recommend taking a lesson with Gabriel to experience his teaching style firsthand. You won’t be disappointed! 🥋