More Than Martial Arts: How Pride MMA Instills Real Discipline in Kids
The Role of Martial Arts in Teaching DisciplineThere’s a quiet crisis unfolding in homes across America—one that doesn’t make headlines but shows up in bedrooms, classrooms, and broken routines. It’s the slow erosion of discipline. Not punishment. Not control. True discipline—the ability to do what needs to be done, even when it’s hard. Especially when […]
In a World Full of Soft Options- Discipline Is the New Rebellion
We are surrounded by softness.Our culture rewards convenience, craves ease, and glorifies shortcuts. It disguises weakness as sensitivity and celebrates comfort as success. You don’t have to look far to see it—food delivery in minutes, entire seasons of TV ready to binge, endless advice encouraging you to go easy on yourself, to rest, to heal, […]
Why So Many Good Kids Are Falling Apart—And What to Do About It
If you’ve ever looked at your child and thought, “They’re a good kid… so why are they struggling so much?”—you’re not alone. The truth is, more and more good kids are falling apart—not because they’re lazy or broken, but because they’re missing something foundational. In this article, we’ll explore why so many good kids are falling apart, […]
What Went Down at the TBA-SA Muay Thai Scrimmage
May 3–4, 2025 | Edmond, OKNo crowd chants. No shiny belts. No bright lights. Just sweat, skill, and straight-up Muay Thai.This weekend, the TBA-SA Muay Thai scrimmage lit up Edmond, Oklahoma with two days of back-to-back bouts, gritty learning, and one of the tightest showings of heart the Midwest has seen in a while. Eighteen […]
Redefining Greatness: Celebrating the Quiet Influencers Who Shape the World
When we talk about greatness, how do we define it? Is it fame, fortune, and standing in the spotlight? Or is it something deeper? We live in a world where celebrities are often celebrated as “great,” but fame and recognition don’t necessarily equate to true greatness. In fact, many of those we see in the […]
Team Pride Shines at the 2024 TBA Classic World Muay Thai Championships
Setting the StageThe 2024 TBA Classic World Muay Thai Championships was an unforgettable event for Team Pride. Known as the largest Muay Thai tournament in North America, the TBA Classic brings together top fighters from around the globe, and this year saw over 1,100 competitors. The tournament, renowned for its smooth organization, gets better every […]
No Excuses: Own Your Losses, Make Improvements
As a coach and a fighter, I’ve seen firsthand how easy it is to blame referees, judges, or other external factors when the outcome of a match isn’t what we hoped for. We pour our heart and soul into training, and when things don’t go our way, the sting of defeat can cloud our judgment. […]
Authentic Muay Thai Techniques Direct from Thailand | Coach Jessi at Pride MMA Edmond, OK
Immerse yourself in the world of Authentic Muay Thai Techniques Direct from Thailand with Coach Jessi at Pride MMA in Edmond, OK. In this detailed tutorial, Coach Jessi shares the valuable techniques and insights she gathered during her recent training trip to Thailand, bringing a piece of the art’s homeland directly to you.Throughout this video, […]