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Ascension Athletics - Mixed Martial Arts

Ascension Athletics - Mixed Martial Arts

99 Farmington Ave, Bristol, CT 06010

4.9(52 reviews)via Google and Yelp
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Last updated: June 2025

About

Ascension Athletics MMA & BJJ is a martial arts school for everyone, offering Jiu-Jitsu, striking and MMA classes. Our uplifting environment is filled with beginner hobbyists, competitive martial artists, and everything in between. The experienced and accomplished Ascension team shows every student that they are capable of achieving their dreams. Are you ready to try something new? Join us at Ascension Athletics MMA & BJJ in Bristol, Connecticut to start your journey of self-improvement today. Established in 2016. Coaches and owners, Matt Bessette & Jeff Haddad, have been training together for over a decade. Both were fortunate enough to compete professionally in MMA. Matt Bessette has solidify himself as the current #1 ranked featherweight and lightweight in New England as well as the #1 ranked P4P ranked fighter in New England. He is also a UFC Veteran, CES Featherweight World Champion, and BJJ black belt. Jeff Haddad is a profesional fighter (5-0), BJJ works Champion, and the former Reality Fighting Bantamweight Champion.Between the both of them, they have also competed in BJJ, Wrestling, Judo, & Kickboxing. Being childhood friends and training partners, they decided to share the lifestyle and sport that changed their lives, and they hope they can give the gift to those around them!

Pricing

  • Free Week Trial: Available for new members.
  • Limited Time Only: New Member Welcome Offer.

Opening Hours

Sunday9AM-12PM
Monday4:45-8:15PM
Tuesday6:30-7:30AM,12-1PM,4-9PM
Wednesday6:30-7:30AM,12-1PM,4-9PM
Thursday6:30-7:30AM,12-1PM,4-9:15PM
Friday12-1PM,4:45-8PM
Saturday9AM-12PM

Reviews

Google

Google Reviews

5.0(50 reviews)
Yelp

Yelp Reviews

3.0(2 reviews)

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