Testimony Briefs

Jacob "Hunter" Kirwan
Pro MMA Fighter Grappling Champion

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"A few years back, I walked into the Clinch Academy having a very strong wrestling back round with a high level coach. I was searching to find that same level of instruction in M.M.A. When I found Luke at the Clinch Academy, I found that and a lot more. Luke is the best teacher I have ever trained with. He can read where you are at in your game and knows just what to teach to bring you to the level you want to be. Through training at the Clinch I have realized that there are more levels to fighting than I realized. I have gone from wanting to just fight to establish a name for myself to learning to establish my name by being the best martial artist I can be in and out of the cage. That is the most valuable lesson I have learned through God and training with Luke Rinehart."




Paul Mann
Pro MMA Fighter

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"I've trained in several places across the U.S. with a mix of great BJJ black belts, master Muay Thai instructors and elite wrestlers. Luke is the most advanced and dedicated martial artist I have ever trained with. He has a wonderfull balance between technique, competition experience, personality and humor that not only makes him a world class martial artist but also a world class teacher and coach."




Tom Ledwell
Frederick Police Leutinant
& Defensive Tactics Instr.
Crt. Gracie Combatives Instr.

"I began training BJJ regularly at an Academy that was over an hour from where I live. I entered a NAGA tournament several months into my training, where I was introduced to Luke. I watched Luke compete that day and was genuinely impressed with his display of technique and skill. After discovering that Luke owned the Clinch Academy in Frederick, I decided to give it a try and have been here ever since."




Scott Ford
Owner of Cornerstone Wealth Management Group

"Since I have been training at the Clinch I have been in much better physical shape, met new people and as a business owner, have been able to transfer my jiu-jitsu training to my business. Jiu-jitsu has taught me how to remian calm in stressfull situations, to adapt and to be flexible even in my business."



Cole Presley
Pro MMA Fighter

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"I entered the Clinch Academy a few years ago under the advice of a family friend and I was instantly impressed with the level of skill and instruction The Clinch Academy had to offer. Luke offers not just world class instruction but a world class attitude as well. Everybody is constantly learning at the Clinch while helping each other improve as true martial artists. When it comes to The Clinch Academy there are no strings attached and it is easy to acclimate yourself to any class in any discipline regardless of your skill level. Whether you’re looking to compete in MMA, become a competitive grappler or merely get in shape the Clinch Academy has what you need. So do yourself a favor and join the family!"





Adam McWilliams

I've trained at lots of BJJ studios around the world and the quality of the instruction, training partners, and respectful atmosphere makes the Clinch Academy hands down my favorite place to train. I've been fortunate enough to train with Luke Rinehart since 1996, and in that time I've developed a great respect for his technique and teaching style and he's also become a great friend. I've also had the opportunity to spread some of his tricks around the globe (watch for some sneaky submissions, sweeps, and guard passing if you visit Mancora Peru or Tonga!)

Whether your after self defense, technical BJJ, Professional MMA, or just trying to get fit, you'll find what your looking for at the Clinch! Come check us out!




Mark Kroh
As Beginner Student

"Luke has made it a point to be friends with his student while maintaining the role of an instructor. He emphasizes the great amount of honor in what is so often misinterpreted to be nothing more than a violent sport." Attending the Clinch has truly been, and continues to be, a rewarding experience for me both physically and mentally."