Cesar Gracie"....simply the best MMA striking coach out there. They just don't make them like Hackleman these days, to have the opportunity to be trained by him is the opportunity to be trained by a legend in the industry. He has earned the utmost respect of his students and peers."

Cesar Gracie

Luke Riddering - Pit Blackbelt and Owner of The Pit North"You do not have to be a fighter to enjoy the benefit of a world class trainer with the best workouts anywhere."

Luke Riddering - Pit Blackbelt and Owner of The Pit North

Chuck Liddell - Former UFC Light Heavyweight Champion"Without THE PIT, I wouldn't be where I am today"

Chuck Liddell - Former UFC Light Heavyweight Champion

Anthony Robbins"John Hackleman understands what it takes to get you physically, mentally, and spiritually prepared for anything that comes your way, inside "The Pit" and out."

Peak Performance Coach to The Pit and Chuck Liddell

Anthony Robbins

Matt Lindland - Former UFC Middleweight Contender"John Hackleman has found a way to turn traditional martial arts into one of the most effective fighting styles out there."

Matt Lindland - Former UFC Middleweight Contender