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January 2024 by David Russ DC
I’ve been training here for for the past two of the 9 years that I’ve been training BJJ and this has been a fantastic experience. The instruction is phenomenal and the mat space is unparalleled in Wilmington. John Salter as well as the other black belts that teach genuinely care about your progress and have helped me tremendously. While there are a bunch of very competitive people that train there from UFC, Bellator, and other fight promotions it is an environment that is welcoming to women, children, and people who are just training for self defense, to stay in shape, and have fun.
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March 2023 by Dale A.
Shout out to the Team at Salty Dog for being great ambassadors of the community and a super talented and positive full service MMA gym for locals and visiting athletes alike. A super shoutout to Joe Soleki who's customer service driven attitude, patience, and commensurate professionalism is bringing the gym a lot of new attention which it rightfully deserves! Keep it up all. Cannot recommend enough!
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February 2023 by Brenden Powell
Incredible atmosphere for everyone from beginner to professional level! I've spent a lot of time traveling the world and visiting different gyms, and this is by far the best gym I've been to! John and Joe are both incredibly talented martial artists, and very exceptional coaches. I would highly recommend this gym to anyone in the Wilmington area that wants to learn how to protect themselves, get into better physical and mental shape, and/or further their career in martial arts!
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February 2023 by David Sokolofsky
Great people, great vibe, and world class instruction and training. Everything you need to be the best version of yourself on and off the mats.
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February 2023 by Aaron Rovner
World class instruction and a family-like atmosphere. If you’re interested in testing yourself and learning martial arts, Salty Dog / Port City MMA is the place to do it in Wilmington.
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February 2023 by Benjamin Harrison
Great atmosphere for all levels from fundamentals/beginners to advanced.
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February 2023 by Hannah Morton
We have been part of the Port City MMA and Satly Dog family for a couple of years now. There is no other gym in town like it, you can hold me to that. Me, my husband, and three kids are all involved in the programs at Port City MMA. My husband and I take the Salty Dog jiujitsu class, my daughter is part of the Salty Dog jiujitsu kids program, and my sons are on the Port City Wrestling team. We are extremely happy with our "second home" not only because of the great programs but because of the awesome people that lead and attend the gym. When you raise your kids, you want to make sure they are surrounded by well-rounded and well-grounded figures. We are fortunate enough to have found that here, at Port City MMA.
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February 2023 by Lindsey Cate
This is the best MMA and Jujitsu in Wilmington. They have world class coaches and an excellent facility. Come and be part of this incredible community.
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February 2023 by Chris Sumner
Great gym. Recommend for anyone at any skill level.
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February 2023 by matt steinkamp
Best gym in town by far
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February 2023 by Juan Lopez
A great place to push yourself and reach your athletic goals.
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February 2023 by Kevin Laymon
Best jiu jitsu gym in town. Great mixture of competitors and hobbyists—something for everyone!
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February 2022 by Chris Comaduran
This gym is great. I had to leave for a while and they missed me so much they got another guy that looks just like me. Turns out the other guy is a fighter too, so now everyone thinks I fight in a cage. Now people at work are afraid to tell me to do anything! I get to take the credit of being a fighter with none of the hard work, it’s great! Thanks to Port City MMA and Fitness and Salty Dog Jiu Jitsu! You’ve changed my life!
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February 2022 by Zachary Deleon
Have trained at world class gyms across the nation and this gym by far exceeds any and all experiences I’ve had anywhere else. This is a world class gym with high level athletes that still finds a way to retain a close knit, familial atmosphere. If you are a Wilmington resident or someone in town for the weekend, this is the place to be.
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February 2022 by Wyatt Hopkins
Port City MMA and Salty Dog Jiu Jitsu are excellent programs to be a part of. From the hard workouts that will keep you in shape to the friendly environment, there is no better place to train in the Wilmington area. Training here also offers the opportunity to learn from world-class guys who have mastered their craft!
