https://www.pmamerrimack.com/home daily 1.0 2023-10-14 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e321201f7899b764555b05e/1591386734829-S05KDNSRBOGJ49YMABY7/iStock-1142700059.jpg Home https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e321201f7899b764555b05e/1591386700730-0PX6AE9QZLUMQ5CJ66EO/72682352_10157909058738713_6742666666909368320_o.jpg Home https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e321201f7899b764555b05e/1591386964088-5BMJIAGFWSM8VE663FK3/Cardio%2Bv.%2Breg%2Bkb%2BPhoto%2Bby%2BNicole%2BDe%2BKhors%2Bfrom%2BBurst.jpg Home https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e321201f7899b764555b05e/1591387060635-IZQ9CMFR7NOF5SR8BSW9/72467114_10157909057718713_919308058599882752_o.jpg Home https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e321201f7899b764555b05e/1591388212799-489HZD179YA9204L475Q/77403215_10157909059463713_3916602117699141632_o.jpg Home - “The positive effects that PMA Merrimack has had on my kids are clear to see. Over the years I’ve witnessed steady progress in their strength, endurance, self defense and technical abilities. What’s impressed me more though is that their confidence, tenacity, integrity and willingness to work hard has seen dramatic improvements. Sensei Chris is an amazing role model that I'm proud to have in my kids’ lives!“ — Heather C | Merrimack, NH https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e321201f7899b764555b05e/1591388616096-H4BZ2FKVOWGTQ6OWZU1R/76908827_10157909059288713_7486457150336663552_o.jpg Home - INSTRUCTOR SPOTLIGHT Chris Shelton Owner and Operator of PMA Merrimack, Chris has been teaching martial arts for over 17 years, and is a 4th black belt in Karate and Purple belt in BJJ. He’s quite tall. When he’s not instructing, Chris enjoys woodworking and plays a mean bass (the instrument, not the fish). https://www.pmamerrimack.com/jiujitsu daily 0.75 2022-01-15 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e321201f7899b764555b05e/1603229095684-0AB2D156C08GW2TAW381/iStock-873173540.jpg Jiu Jitsu - Protect Yourself and Loved Ones Jiu Jitsu hones your fighting instincts through drills and live sparring (or rolling) to train your response time to near-automatic. If you've ever been in a fight before then you know how fast things can escalate, and that your reactions while under pressure are what will keep you safe. BJJ will give you the confidence of knowing you can take care of yourself and others if you need to. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e321201f7899b764555b05e/1603226072893-4EF0TY3JAZEK7A2HMNH9/iStock-919504744.jpg Jiu Jitsu - Grow Stronger Every Class BJJ increases your strength, power, agility and flexibility; forging a capable body that looks and feels fantastic! There’s just something about grappling with another fighting opponent that trains your body in ways superior to a typical gym routine. Best part is, you don't have to be young to reap the benefits! Just ask Touro Moreno, who received his BJJ black belt at age 82. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e321201f7899b764555b05e/1603229161981-YBSXOL9B9GNYT8B7ZE9E/iStock-1168072074.jpg Jiu Jitsu - Make New Friends Want to meet new people? There's nothing like rolling around with someone to really break the ice! All types of people train Jiu Jitsu - from students and moms, to lawyers and plumbers. You might just meet your new BFF at BJJ! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e321201f7899b764555b05e/1603229125050-YKWRJX9NOUZW2ZI23I5Y/iStock-1174229979.jpg Jiu Jitsu - Test Your Noodle Nothing puts your critical thinking skills to the test quite like BJJ. You have to make snap decisions about what’s going on and what to do next, all while trying to avoid being submitted. What’s more is there is almost always a way to gain the upper hand no matter what position you’re currently in. In fact, as you progress you’ll find yourself planning moves ahead of time — a reason many people compare advanced BJJ with chess. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e321201f7899b764555b05e/1605659988549-KIFC1MPX1CCVYZV777R5/pacheco.jpg Jiu Jitsu https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e321201f7899b764555b05e/1605660246601-M1MDD6N9N1FEQPAMW0R8/76908827_10157909059288713_7486457150336663552_o%2B%25281%2529.jpg Jiu Jitsu https://www.pmamerrimack.com/aboutpma daily 0.75 2025-03-02 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e321201f7899b764555b05e/1605750759475-0ZWPC2SPV5SN7P37ZB6N/pacheco.jpg About Professional Martial Arts Academy https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e321201f7899b764555b05e/1605750833724-V4CSF8R4RFEMQSB5HTJQ/Kyle.jpg About Professional Martial Arts Academy https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e321201f7899b764555b05e/1605750629472-2G1V6JMIYDYOKUBWU3AS/76908827_10157909059288713_7486457150336663552_o+%281%29.jpg About Professional Martial Arts Academy https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e321201f7899b764555b05e/1605750798219-RZ7VMTW4PAORMYJNFCZM/lynell.jpg About Professional Martial Arts Academy https://www.pmamerrimack.com/kidsprograms daily 0.75 2022-01-15 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e321201f7899b764555b05e/1603308583603-P7Q2H173QZ902ZWKRY48/kidskarate.jpg Kids Programs https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e321201f7899b764555b05e/1603309205876-570DTGJ6WMNJ9H16M66C/kidsjits.jpg Kids Programs https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e321201f7899b764555b05e/1603293857037-6LS0ARTAQBXTAWBHYTBP/iStock-1200510606.jpg Kids Programs - Appreciation for physical activity and healthy lifestyle Our modern world, particularly in 2020, has seen a dramatic shift in the demand for physical activity — particularly from kids who are spending most of their time at home, surrounded by countless gadgets and screens. Lack of exercise can take the familiar physical tolls of lethargy and obesity and, without an outlet for the energy kids have, that energy can redirect itself inward in the form of mental fog and anxiety. Martial Arts are a fun way for children to channel all that youthful energy while recognizing that physical activity simply makes them feel better — not to mention this means a calmer, more well-behaved child for you. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e321201f7899b764555b05e/1603293942436-784KB2GFEJDP2ESEEPYJ/iStock-1095071556.jpg Kids Programs - Life Skills That Transcend Class Because learning is accelerated in the early years, it’s the prefect time to instill the character and values that will make your child a success in the real world. Skills like listening, concentration, and communication are necessary for children to progress in martial arts, and those same skills will help them thrive both in school and in life — while traits like respect and kindness will ensure they forge the quality relationships that make life worth living. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e321201f7899b764555b05e/1602949416234-SP9GXMNK8PRQAPIUFXOD/iStock-1175943673.jpg Kids Programs - Stop Bullying, Even Before It Starts Bullies target the kids they that perceive as timid, weak or unconfident. What if that’s not your child? Martial Arts are a great way to develop strong, self-assured kids that make their way into the world with confidence. And if your child is already the target of a bully, Martial Arts will give them the tools to effectively stand up for themselves. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e321201f7899b764555b05e/1605660403273-YO0EL1EZV40IT11FV83D/76908827_10157909059288713_7486457150336663552_o+%281%29.jpg Kids Programs https://www.pmamerrimack.com/muaythai daily 0.75 2022-01-15 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e321201f7899b764555b05e/1602947964486-XSV5AVU4OLRMM2KSVB0W/guylaughing.jpg Muay Thai Kickboxing - Feel as Good as You Look While having a body that looks and functions like a well-oiled machine is great, we’d be remiss if we didn’t mention the mental and emotional benefits. The intensity of the workouts will test your mental toughness and strengthen your resolve. With each class, you’ll enjoy better focus and coordination, have less stress and anxiety and experience a noticeable boost in your everyday mood. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e321201f7899b764555b05e/1602885533296-5J2JE069OPVJDAXB08HH/kickboxinglady.jpg Muay Thai Kickboxing - Transform Your Body Muay Thai kickboxing is a fun, intense workout that will skyrocket your cardio, stamina and strengthen every muscle in your body through combination drills, calisthenics and tabata workouts. Don’t be shocked when you start seeing results after only a few classes — these workouts blast through calories. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e321201f7899b764555b05e/1602882571664-ODPM5SNRJVQ61NNG0QEK/ladyBoxing.jpg Muay Thai Kickboxing - Make Age Just a Number With most of us leading largely sedentary lives working in offices, plopped on couches watching Netflix or endlessly scrolling on our phones while craning our necks in some regretful position, it’s no wonder many of us are suffering the ‘pains of modern convenience’. The good news is that you don’t need to accept this as an inevitability. In fact, not only will Muay Thai help you feel younger by keeping your heart and muscles strong, but it will also give you better flexibility and mobility — keeping you feeling young and capable at any age. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e321201f7899b764555b05e/1605722774240-IQIZECPHNIBJ8U3AWU9R/lynell.jpg Muay Thai Kickboxing https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e321201f7899b764555b05e/1605702869299-XDTVEWOPR5DY9048ZBU3/76908827_10157909059288713_7486457150336663552_o+%281%29.jpg Muay Thai Kickboxing https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e321201f7899b764555b05e/1605705194916-TX4JKKXMCIZZ5DY3P38Q/Kyle.jpg Muay Thai Kickboxing