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Teen and adult students with their certified instructor team after a belt promotion at Guido's Martial Arts Academy in Clovis
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Adult Martial Arts in Clovis, CA for Teens and Adults Who Want Real Training.

Adult martial arts in Clovis, CA for ages 13 and up. Teen and Adult MMA, Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, Boxing, Kickboxing, and Muay Thai fundamentals. 10 years in the Central Valley. No experience required to start.

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Years in Clovis
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Adult Programs
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Worth The Drive

Why Adults Across Clovis Train at Guido's.

  • Real Skill, Not Cardio Theater

    Every class teaches a transferable technique with real application. The conditioning is a byproduct of training correctly.

  • Train at Your Pace

    Adults of every fitness level train here. Instructors calibrate intensity and complexity based on where you are, not where the fastest person in the room is.

  • Nationally Certified Instructors

    Every instructor at Guido's is a nationally certified professional. Quality martial arts instruction is the baseline.

  • Family-Oriented Community

    A place of positivity where people of all walks of life come together to become better versions of themselves.

Two Programs. One Standard.

Two Adult Martial Arts Programs in Clovis. One Standard.

  • Teen and Adult MMA class lineup with fists raised in front of the Guido's Martial Arts Academy logo wall in Clovis
    Ages 13 and up

    Teen and Adult MMA

    Mixed Martial Arts and Karate for teens and adults. Fitness, self-defense, stress relief, and community. Fun, empowering, and a real workout. No experience required.

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  • Two adult BJJ students rolling on the mat at Guido's Martial Arts Academy in Clovis
    Ages 13 and up

    Teen and Adult Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu

    Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu for teens and adults. Get fit, learn real self-defense, and join a community. Beginner friendly. All levels welcome.

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Shihan Mike Guido, head instructor and co-owner of Guido's Martial Arts Academy in Clovis

Nationally Certified Instructor

On the floor since the school opened in 2016

Building Champions in Life

Shihan Mike Guido

Shihan Mike Guido founded Guido's Martial Arts Academy in 2016 and has been on the floor since day one. He leads with a commitment to character development, Black Belt Principles, and building champions in life through quality martial arts instruction.

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From Real Families

What Families Are Saying

Read what parents and students across Clovis say about training at Guido's. The kindest reviews come from the families who have been on the mat the longest.

What Adults Always Ask

Every Question Adults Ask Before Signing Up.

Can I start adult martial arts in Clovis if I am out of shape?

Yes. Every program at Guido's is structured to meet you at your current fitness level and build from there. Conditioning improves as a result of training consistently. You do not need to get fit before you start training.

Adult martial arts in Clovis for people in their 40s or 50s. Is it for me?

Yes. Some of our most consistent and technically advanced students started training later in life. Age changes how you train, not whether you can train. Instructors work with adult bodies realistically.

What is the difference between MMA and BJJ for adults?

Our Teen and Adult MMA program combines Mixed Martial Arts and Karate fundamentals across striking, footwork, and conditioning. Our Teen and Adult BJJ program teaches the leverage-based grappling art that does not depend on size or strength to be effective. Both build real self-defense capability. Many adults train both.

How often should I come per week?

Two to three classes per week produces consistent progress. One class per week maintains the habit but slows advancement significantly.

What gear do I need?

No gear is needed for your trial. Comfortable athletic clothing and a water bottle are all you need to step on the mat. Your free Guido's t-shirt is included with your trial. If you decide to continue, we will give you a specific list of what to buy based on the program you choose.

Will I have to spar right away?

No. Sparring and live rolling are introduced when an instructor determines a student has the foundational mechanics and control to engage safely. There is no timeline pressure and no expectation that you will spar before you are prepared to do so safely.

Is this safe?

Martial arts training is physical and carries real risk. We manage that risk structurally: new students learn technique through drilling before contact, sparring is supervised and controlled, and protective gear is required at appropriate levels.

How long until I can defend myself with adult martial arts training?

Six months of consistent training at two to three sessions per week produces students who are genuinely competent at the beginner level. Progress accelerates after the first three months as movement patterns become automatic, and basic self-defense reflexes hold up much sooner than that.

How does the one-week trial work?

Our trial is one full week of classes for $59. It includes a free Guido's t-shirt. Pick a start date on the calendar, show up, and train as many classes as you want. No long-term contract.

No Experience Required

Try a Class Before You Commit.

One week of classes for $59. Free Guido's t-shirt included. Decide from there.

$59 for one week · Free t-shirt included · No long-term contract · Walk-ins welcome