Fighting
Footballer Camps
MMA training designed specifically for soccer players. Build strength, sharpen coordination, develop confidence, and improve the footwork and physicality that translate directly to match day. Limited to 25 athletes per week.
MMA training camp designed specifically for soccer players. Five days of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, Muay Thai, Kickboxing, Boxing, and Wrestling — all coached through the lens of how martial arts makes better footballers.
📅 July 27–31, 2026
⏰ 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM daily
📍 23272 Vista Grande Dr, Laguna Hills, CA , 92653
💰 $200
⚠️ Limited to 25 athletes
Equipment needed:
🥊 Boxing Gloves
🤛 Hand Wraps
🦷 Mouthpiece
🦵 Muay Thai Shin Guards
🩳 Shorts with NO pockets
No MMA experience required. Coached by Brandon "The Gael" McArdle — professional MMA fighter and professional soccer player.
What Your Athlete Will Learn
Over five days, athletes will train across multiple combat disciplines — all coached through the lens of how these skills make better soccer players.
💪 Functional strength and conditioning that transfers to the pitch
🦶 Footwork precision developed through striking and movement drills
🧠 Mental toughness and composure under physical pressure
⚡ Coordination, agility, and reaction speed
🤼 Confidence in physical duels — aerial challenges, shoulder-to-shoulder battles, and 50/50s
Why Coach Brandon Is the Perfect Fit
Coach Brandon is uniquely qualified to run these camps because he's done both at the highest level. He played soccer professionally and has built a successful MMA career, including winning the featherweight title at Dan Henderson's Fight Night.
He doesn't just understand both sports — he knows exactly where they overlap and how to extract the best from each discipline to develop complete athletes.
Why the Best Players in the World Are Training MMA
This isn't a trend — it's a shift. Top professional soccer players across Europe are adding martial arts to their training.
Sergio Ramos, Dani Carvajal, Ryan Cherki, and Matheus Cunha all train martial arts alongside their football careers. Premier League clubs including Brighton & Hove Albion and Everton have added MMA coaches to their staff for set pieces, fitness, and physical development. Some of the greatest MMA champions — Conor McGregor, Ilia Topuria, Jose Aldo, Sean O'Malley — grew up playing soccer. The crossover shows in the precision of their footwork.
Your kid doesn't have to choose between being technical and being tough. These camps build both.
What to Bring
Boxing Gloves, Hand Wraps, Mouthpiece, Muay Thai Shin Guards, Shorts with no pockets
Don't have equipment yet? Reach out and we'll point you in the right direction before camp starts.
Frequently Asked Questions
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No. These camps are designed for soccer players with zero martial arts background. We start from the fundamentals.
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Yes. All training is controlled and age-appropriate. Coach Brandon prioritizes technique and safety above everything. Contact levels are carefully managed.
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Contact us with your child's age and we'll let you know if it's the right fit.
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Full refund if cancelled 7+ days before camp start. No refunds within 7 days. Spots are transferable.