Train. Grow. Succeed.
More Than a Gym. A Community.
Manistee Combat Academy builds confidence, discipline, fitness, and practical skills through Jiu Jitsu, wrestling, and boxing. From kids to adults, beginners to experienced students, everyone has a place here.
Confidence
Students learn to believe in themselves, stay focused, and work through challenges on and off the mats.
Discipline
Consistent training builds focus, positive habits, resilience, and self-control.
Respect
MCA creates a positive environment where coaches, teammates, students, and families are valued.
Our Mission
Empowering People Through Martial Arts
Our mission is to provide high-quality instruction in a safe, structured, and supportive environment. Whether your goal is to compete, get in shape, learn practical skills, help your child grow, or simply try something new, our coaches will meet you where you are and help you move forward.
Experienced. Passionate. Dedicated.
Meet Our Coaches
Experienced coaches, structured instruction, and a genuine commitment to helping every student improve.
Owner / Academy Director
Trever Johnson
Building a welcoming local academy centered on quality instruction, discipline, growth, and community.
Head Jiu Jitsu Coach · Black Belt
Bren O’Neill
Technical, structured instruction for kids, teens, adults, competitors, and first-time students.
Boxing Coach · 1998 Michigan Golden Gloves Champion
Donovan Parker
Experienced instruction focused on boxing fundamentals, conditioning, coordination, and confidence.
Boxing Coach
Blake Ickes
Supportive coaching for youth and adult students building strong boxing fundamentals and fitness.
Jiu Jitsu Coach
Josiah
Positive, detail-focused Jiu Jitsu instruction designed to help students develop skill, confidence, and strong fundamentals.
Built for the Manistee Community
MCA welcomes families and students from Manistee, Kaleva, Brethren, Bear Lake, Filer City, and surrounding communities. You do not need to be experienced, athletic, or in perfect shape to begin. You simply need to show up willing to learn.
Beginners Welcome
No previous martial arts experience is required.
Programs for Every Age
Structured classes for kids, teens, and adults.
First Week Free
Try the academy and meet the coaches before committing.
Ready to Get Started?
Your First Week Is Free.
- No experience needed
- Kids, teens and adults
- Friendly, structured coaching