Sacramento State announces first university-based martial arts development program in the nation
SACRAMENTO – Sacramento State will be the first university to have a university-sponsored martial arts development program, the university and UFC Hall of Famer Urijah Faber announced Thursday.
Combat Sports and Martial Arts University, also known as Combat U, will be the premier college training ground for students seeking professional combat careers in mixed martial arts (MMA). It offers training and competition opportunities in boxing, wrestling, Muay Thai and Jiu-Jitsu.
“Sac State will attract, develop and mentor the brightest young talent from around the world, create a legacy of champions and build on our legacy in its commitment to being at the forefront of creating academic opportunities for a diverse and engaged student body.” Accessibility of education. As students fight for Sacramento State, we will fight to help them achieve their educational goals and create a better life for themselves and their families,” Sacramento State President Luke Wood said in a statement.
Combat U, which is open to men and women, is trained by current professional fighters as well as former world champion kickboxers and professional boxers.
The programs are administered by the university's athletics department and partnered with Ultimate Fitness. Ultimate Fitness is located near campus and is home to Team Alpha Male, Faber's MMA training program, and one of the top MMA gyms.
“Combat-U participants will not only receive elite training, but will also pursue a solid educational path,” Faber said. “Whether or not they decide to pursue a professional fighting career, they have the educational background necessary to be successful.”
Students compete on campus and have access to the same level of safety and sports medicine as other competitive athletes at Sacramento State.
The first orientation meeting and training opportunity for students will be Thursday, January 23rd at the Faber's Ultimate Fitness gym. The program is scheduled to start in the fall semester of 2024.
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