Bas Rutten is a legend in the world of Mixed Martial Arts. As the three time undefeated King Of Pancrase, and the undefeated UFC Heavyweight champion, Bas brings a wealth of talent and knowledge to Elite MMA. Bas has advised and instructed many of the top fighters in the world as well as many famous actors and celebrities. He has also produced several very effective self defense, training and fitness videos which are used by thousands of people to stay in shape and learn simple, but effective self defense techniques.

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Ventura County's Premier MMA Gym

Bas Rutten's Elite MMA is the most comprehensive Mixed Martial Arts school in Southern California featuring classes in all major aspects of Mixed Martial Arts as well as the world famous Bas Rutten Mixed Martial Arts System. We've brought together some of the best trainers in the world, specializing in Boxing, Kick Boxing, Brazilian Jujitsu and the Bas Rutten MMA System.

Whether you are looking to get into the best shape of your life, learn self defense or are interested in competing, our elite team of professional trainers will help you achieve your personal goals. We have beginning and advanced classes for men, women and teenagers.

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May 20, 2009
MMA AT THE HYATT 2 NO MERCY

Elite MMA has three fighters heading the fight card Thursday May 28th at the Hyatt Westlake Village.
MMA AT THE HYATT 2 NO MERCY
MAIN EVENT: JOSH SAUNDERS vs JASON MEADERS
ART RIVAS vs SAL FARNETTI
CHARLES DERA vs JOSEPH LEWIS
Tickets @ ElliteMMA

April 3, 2009
Jason

Jason "Meyham" Miller and Benji Radach will be training at Elite MMA with Bas for the next two weeks in preperation for their upcomming fights. Benji will be fighting April 11th on the Strikeforce Card you can watch it on Showtime. Jason will be fighting

March 25, 2009
ELITE MMA BRINGS ON GRACIE/BARRA TO RUN THE JIU-JITSU PROGRAM

ELITE MMA BRINGS ON GRACIE/BARRA TO RUN THE JIU-JITSU PROGRAM. Professor Fabio Leopoldo 2nd degree black belt under Master Ryan Gracie will be the lead instructor for Elite MMA. Professor Leopoldo is 3-time World Champion, 3-time Pan American Champion and

December 1, 2008
IFL (International Fight League

The four new IFL teams and coaches will be training at Elite MMA December 9,10,11,12. Coaches will include: Ken Shamrock, Marco Ruas, Carlos Newton and Don Frye

November 9, 2008
New MMA Class

We will be starting a new evening MMA class Tuesday 11.14.06 at 6:30PM. Class will consist of the following: Strikes,Kicks,Knees,Elbows,Take-Downs, Ground and Pound,Grappling,Sparring.

November 5, 2008
Seminar

From 12:00pm - 3:00pm
$30 Per Person
Joe Moreira - President of United States Federation of Brazilian
Jiu-Jitsu
(USFBJJ) and 7 th Degree Black Beltt

October 11, 2008
Kimbo Slice

Kimbo Slice will be fighting Nov. 10, 2007 for Elite XC. Kimbo will be back at Elite MMA for training camp.

April 22, 2008
Kimbo Slice

Kimbo Slice Day Saturday May 10th 12:00 pm to 3:00pm watch Kimbo train followed by an autograph session. Everyone welcome.

April 18, 2008
Kimbo Slice

Kimbo Slice will be training at Elite MMA starting April 14 for his upcoming fight with James Thompson. The fight will be May 31st in New Jersey. Be on the lookout for Kimbo day where you can come to Elite MMA and watch Kimbo train and sign autographs.

February 1, 2008
Bas / Alistair Overeem

This Thursday - 1/3/2007 - at 10:00am Bas and Alistair Overeem will be doing a special MMA class.

October 11, 2007
IFL's Anacondas

October 11- Nov. 3, 2007
The IFL's Anacondas will be training at Elite MMA for the next three weeks
getting ready for the IFL World Grand Prix Nov. 3rd.