359 Ganson Street · Buffalo RiverWorks
Find your
fight family.
Real coaching. Real community. Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, Muay Thai and complete martial arts training for beginners, families and competitors.
Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu✦Muay Thai✦MMA✦Judo✦Sambo✦Boxing✦Kids BJJ✦Kids Muay Thai✦Family class✦Fundamentals✦No-gi✦Submission Wrestling✦Competition class✦Kru Fit Cardio✦
Programs on the mat
Our Programs
We believe martial arts can transform lives, and we are passionate about creating an environment where growth and development are prioritized. Our programs cater to individuals of all skill levels, from beginners to seasoned martial artists.
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to train
MMA✦Judo✦Sambo✦Boxing✦Kru Fit✦
Why Buffalo United
Why Buffalo United Martial Arts?
We understand that walking into a martial arts school for the first time can be intimidating. That is why we focus on creating a welcoming, inclusive environment where everyone feels like part of the family. With our guidance, you will set achievable goals, build confidence, and continually improve at your own pace.
359 Ganson StBuffalo, NY
New
Beginner-ready
Fundamentals and all-level sessions make the first step clear.
Kids
Family-minded
Dedicated kids programs and a Saturday family class.
Comp
Competition-tested
Dedicated training for athletes who want to test their game.
Your first visit
Step by step
Pick a class
Beginners start with a fundamentals or all-levels session. Kids and families have their own times.
See the scheduleTell the academy you are coming
Send a first-class request, or call (716) 671-7197. The team confirms the details with you.
Request a first classShow up and train
359 Ganson Street, inside Buffalo RiverWorks. Check in with the coach on the mat and the rest is coaching.
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Instructors
Six disciplines, decades of combined experience, and one shared commitment to technical, thoughtful coaching.
BJJ
Josh Ketry
Black belt · Training since 1997
Muay Thai
Khru Keith Forant
WTBA certified · Youth coach
BJJ
Larry Backlas
Black belt · Technical pressure
Judo
Anthony Gugino
Shodan · Grappling coach
Boxing
Michael Christopher
Golden Gloves medalist
Sambo
Jon Kokotajlo
American Sambo affiliateClass times
Schedule
Weekday mornings from 6 AM, evenings to 8 PM, Saturday and Sunday classes, kids and family times.
Reviews
4.9 ★★★★★
35 Google reviews from beginners, families and competitors who train here.
Straight answers
FAQs
Which classes, when the 6 AM sessions run, kids times, weekends, no-gi and competition class.
Find Us by the River Side
359 Ganson StreetBuffalo, New York 14203