About Us
The mission of the Youngstown State University Combat Sports Club is to promote the safe practice and advancement of combat sports by providing high-quality instruction, structured training, and educational opportunities for students of all experience levels. Our club is committed to developing technically skilled, disciplined, and respectful martial artists through training in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, Wrestling, Boxing, Kickboxing, and Mixed Martial Arts (MMA). We emphasize safety, sportsmanship, leadership, and personal accountability while fostering an inclusive community that encourages physical fitness, mental resilience, teamwork, and lifelong learning. The club strives to represent Youngstown State University with professionalism, integrity, and respect both on and off campus.