Walnut Ridge, AR · Inside K1 Fitness
Real training. Real people.
Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, kickboxing, and an MMA fight team in Walnut Ridge, Arkansas.
Programs
Five paths under one roof. Every class is open to first-timers.
GI BJJ The classic art of grips, sweeps, and submissions. Beginners welcome.
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NOGI BJJ Grappling without the gi — faster, sweatier, closer to MMA.
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KICKBOXING Stand-up striking — punches, kicks, knees, elbows.
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KIDS BJJ Confidence, discipline, and a healthy outlet — for kids who need to move.
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MMA TEAM Compete out of The LC. By tryout — talk to a coach.
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Schedule
First class is on us. You're also welcome to sit and watch a class before you ever step on the mat.
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Schedule changes are posted on our Facebook page — check there before driving in if it's been a few weeks.
From Facebook
We post updates on Facebook first — schedule changes, fight night announcements, and gym news all live there. If a class time has shifted recently, you'll see it here.
Open Facebook ↗Coaches
BJJ Black Belt · National & World Champion · MMA Coach
Owner, head BJJ instructor, and MMA coach at The LC. Tommy started training Brazilian Jiu Jitsu in 2005 and earned his black belt under Professor Brian Davis in 2014. He's a national and world grappling champion in the Expert division (brown and black belts), competes regularly at high-level tournaments around the country, and built the fight team that competes under The LC banner.
BJJ Black Belt · National Champion
Brazilian Jiu Jitsu black belt under Professor Tommy Walker (2018) and a multiple-time national champion in BJJ and submission grappling. April assists with both Gi and NoGi classes at The LC, bringing championship-level technique and a competitive mindset to students at every skill level.
BJJ Black Belt · National Champion · World Medalist
Brazilian Jiu Jitsu black belt under Professor Tommy Walker (2022) and one of the region's most prolific competitors — a national champion and world medalist who has competed and placed at every belt level. Shayne brings his tournament experience to both Gi and NoGi classes, focused on translating technical drills into high-pressure performance.
Pro MMA Fighter · BJJ Brown Belt · Kids BJJ Coach
Professional MMA fighter currently competing for ONE Championship. An Arkansas native, Chase began training at The LC at age 21 and earned his Brazilian Jiu Jitsu brown belt from Professor Tommy Walker in 2024. As head of the Kids BJJ program, he focuses on helping younger students build confidence and resilience through martial arts — teaching the same mental toughness and discipline that fueled his own journey into professional athletics.
Private Lessons
Coach Chase offers 1-hour private lessons for anyone who wants focused, individual attention — prepping for a tournament, drilling a specific position, or getting up to speed before joining a regular class.
To book, message Chase directly on Facebook.
Message Chase ↗Why The LC
The LC is a small gym with a serious mat. We train Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, kickboxing, and an MMA fight team out of a working space inside K1 Fitness — not a polished franchise, not a punch-card wellness lounge. People who train here show up because they want to learn how to fight, how to grapple, and how to fall down and get back up. New students are welcome at any class.
The first class is on us. Bring water and a willingness to learn.
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217 W Elm St
Inside K1 Fitness
Walnut Ridge, AR 72476
