Williams Academy of MMA

Williams MMA and it’s owner, Corey Williams are exceptional. Corey is very helpful and personable with people from all ages. There’s an amazing community at this gym, which makes you feel at ease, even if you are a beginner.

This is the best MMA gym for people of all shapes, sizes and backgrounds. The positive community environment provides kids, students and families with confidence and discipline. Being a female myself, I have never felt more safe and protected in a typically male dominated activity. Classes are diverse with grappling, boxing, submissions and defense/offense, building up your cardio and stamina. It's especially great because it's on the border of Huntington Beach and Fountain Valley.

I just completed a 6-week Women's Self Defense Course with Williams Academy of MMA in Fountain Valley and I genuinely feel prepared to protect myself in the face of a potential attacker. Corey taught foundational skills (e.g., striking, kicking, elbows, blocks, falls, and escapes) and made sure each student had 1:1 time throughout each drill. There were also two other assistants who coached us through proper technique so we were always active throughout the class. Each week built upon the last so we always had a review of what was taught and then, during the last two weeks, we put our skills up to the test and practiced all types of scenarios, including what to do if there were multiple attackers. The biggest thing I took away from this class is to always take action, be difficult, make distance, and never hesitate, especially when I have that gut feeling that something might be wrong. Thank you, Corey, Rachel, Syd, and all our lovely mock attackers for preparing us! I would highly recommend this course and this MMA gym for everyone who is interested in self-defense and learning real-life skills.

Let me begin with saying Corey is one of the most welcoming and kind people ever. I begun training at the dojo after being involved in a fight that I did not know how to properly handle myself in. Immediately Corey stepped up to the task of getting me comfortable to this sort of environment. His mentorship has guided me into a direction of more confidence, discipline and most importantly safety. Using MMA as an exercise has put me in the best shape I have ever been in and there is never a burned out feeling.(like lifting weights at the gym) I have the constant itch to go day after day that only Mixed Martial Arts can fill. If you have any hesitation in starting, please give Corey a call! The community/family that trains here are positive, encouraging and friendly!

I highly recommend Corey with Williams MMA for personal training.I had never been one to exercise or participate in sports. After turning 52 and needing to be placed on high blood pressure medication, I knew that I had to make some changes in my life and exercising was one of those.After working with Corey for one year now, I am so happy with the progress I have made. He has challenged me and helped me get stronger; however, within reason to account for any pain that I may be experiencing or other limitations. Exercising has definitely helped me get healthier.In addition to personal training, the studio has several martial art classes for all ages.

If I’m being honest, Williams academy of MMA is the best mixed martial arts studio in the Huntington Beach/fountain valley/Westminster Orange County area that I can say I am proud to fight and train at! The coaches are very knowledgeable in MMA, and the discipline and confidence this gym has given me is incredible. We typically end training with striking or grappling, yet the precaution towards safety that is taken makes this welcoming for family or kids. Quality cardio is thrown in to help make this the best MMA gym for the community!

I have been going to Williams MMA for roughly 16 years now, and training in mixed martial arts has shaped me into the woman I am today. I have grown so confident in my ability to protect and defend myself. Training in areas such as stand up fighting and jiu jitsu has helped me gain self control and discipline. Corey knows how to cater to each of his students’ needs and helps each student individualize their training and reach their highest potential. I can’t recommend this place enough. Whether you are 5, 25, 55, or 65 years old, you will enjoy working alongside Corey and get a great workout in!

Williams MMA is the best MMA school in Fountain Valley to develop your striking and grappling skills. Cory is a great mentor as he always makes environment safe for beginners and kids. Going to class is always the highlight of my week as I am always learning something new. Having never done BJJ in my life, I was able to learn different submissions as well as build up confidence while grappling.

Corey is fabulous! He has worked with my daughter for many years and developed her skills and her confidence. He is equally gifted at running full classes as he is in giving individual guidance to students through private training sessions. I recommend anyone to go to Williams Academy of MMA. You will love it!

I’ve been taking lessons here for a long time off and on. Corey is the best instructor. He is both knowledgeable and patient. Even when I keep forgetting the same moves, he just patiently corrects me over and over. His positivity motivates me to practice. Since I take private lessons I don’t see much of the group, but at dojo events every one is very friendly. When I did take group lessons years ago they were intense. A great workout and I definitely learned realistic self defense techniques that will last forever. I would definitely recommend Williams Academy for training!