Academy Of Martial Science

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ACADEMY OF MARTIAL SCIENCE (AMS) ®

Academy of Martial Science (AMS), founded in 1999 by Vikram M.N, is Mysore’s first and oldest combat academy dedicated to martial arts training for all ages and genders. AMS pioneered the introduction of Muay Thai Kickboxing, Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ), and Mixed Martial Arts (MMA) in Mysore, building a legacy of discipline, fitness, and self-defense excellence.

Muay Thai, known as the “Art of Eight Limbs” or “Science of Eight Limbs,” is the national sport of Thailand with a history spanning over 300 years. It is believed to have evolved from Muay Boran, an ancient Siamese combat system used by soldiers when unarmed in battle. One of the most famous legends of Muay Boran is Nai Khanomtom, who reportedly earned his freedom by defeating nine Burmese fighters consecutively.

Mixed Martial Arts (MMA) is a full-contact combat sport that combines striking and grappling techniques, both standing and on the ground. Modern MMA heavily incorporates Muay Thai and Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. Its origins can be traced back to Pankration in the Ancient Olympic Games, while mixed-style competitions later developed across Europe, Japan, and Brazil.

The Brazilian combat style Vale Tudo gained global recognition when the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) was founded in 1993 by the Gracie family in the United States. Over time, MMA evolved from a minimally regulated contest into a structured and safer sport through the introduction of rules and safety standards, leading to the globally popular form of MMA seen today.

ACHIEVEMENTS

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Muay Thai

Muay Thai also known as the “ART OF EIGHT LIMBS OR THE SCIENCE OF EIGHT LIMBS” is the national sport of Thailand which dates back to more than three centuries and is practiced by millions of people

Mixed Martial Arts (MMA)

As the name goes, is a mixture of several martial arts designed to encompass and utilize effective techniques from various martial arts.

Brazilian Jiu Jitsu (BJJ)

BJJ is a martial art, combat sport, and a self defense system that focuses on grappling and especially ground fighting. Luiz França and Carlos Gracie are learnt to be the forerunners of BJJ taught by master

Wrestling

Wrestling is a combat sport involving grappling type techniques such as clinch fighting, throws and takedowns, joint locks, pins and other grappling holds. A wrestling bout is a physical competition

Kids Muay Thai & MMA

As the name goes, is a mixture of several martial arts designed to encompass and utilize effective techniques from various martial arts.

Brazilian Jiu Jitsu (BJJ)

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Meet Our Founder

List of Founder trained extensively in Muay Thai, MMA, Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, and self-defense, with years of experience dedicated to martial arts excellence and athlete development.

Muay Thai
Boxing and Kick Boxing.
Mixed Martial Arts (MMA)
Brazilian Jiu Jitsu (BJJ).
Aiki Jutsu
Traditional Okinawan Karate

Country Trained In

India
United States of America (USA).
United Kingdom (UK)
Thailand.
South Africa

List of Founder trained extensively in Muay Thai, MMA, Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, and self-defense, with years of experience dedicated to martial arts excellence and athlete development.

MTBSA (Thailand) Muaythai Representative in India
Sports Jiu-Jitsu India Federation (SJJINDF) – Vice President.
MMA INDIA Technical Commission Chairman
WBC Muaythai India – General secretary/Chief Technical Officer.
Association of Mixed Martial Arts Karnataka(AMMAK) – General secretary
Mysore Muaythai Trust (R) – General secretary
Mysore Combat Sports Association – General secretary
Muaythai association of Karnataka (R) – Member
National Team Coach (MMA & Muaythai)
Founder & Technical Director – AMS

Our Achievements

MTBSA (Thailand) Muaythai Representative in India
Certified International Muay Thai coach.
Certified MuayThaiTeacher from MCCT and KMA-Thailand
National Team coach-Muay thai world championships in Thailand(4 times).
National team coach-MMA worldchampionships,Bahrain
Certified coachin Brazilian Jiu Jitsu(BJJ)
Certified coach in Aikido from Germany
5th Degree Black Belt in Traditional Karate
Trained fighters at American Top Team(ATT), Indianapolis, USA as guest Instructor
Combat Instructor at Karnataka Police Academy between 1998 and 2004
Awarded by Rotary Club o fMysore for various achievements in MartialArts-2013
Coached numerous fighters who have won over 400medals at the state,zonal and National championships so far
Coached many Indian fighters who have made India proud at Muay thai world championships and procircuits
Coached Indian fighter who be came the first ever Straw weight MMA world champion at Bahrain in 2018
Cornered more than 600 fights and still counting

International Combat Career

Participated in Asian open MMA championships at Singapore-2017
Feather Weight Bronze Medalist for India at the African Open MMA Championship held in Johannesburg, South Africa 2017.
Oldest fighter of the tournament at 42yrs to get placed
Oldest fighter of the tournament at 42yrs to get placed.
Asian open jiujitsu medalist in Master 3 category

Domestic Combat Career

Silver Medalist – State championships–1994
State Champion-1995.
National Open Champion-1995
Bronze Medalist – National Championships-1996.
National Open Champion-1996
State Champion-1997.
Bronze Medalist – National Championships-1997
Bronze Medalist – State Full Contact Championships-1997
National Open Champion–1998

Advantages

Why to choose

Self Defence

Physical and Spiritual Fitness

A great Combat Sport

Milind Goel

I’ve been training at this academy for the last 3 months, and honestly, it’s been an amazing experience. I joined with the goal of learning self-defence and getting fitter, and this place has helped me achieve both. The Kru and coaches are extremely skilled, humble, and always supportive. They really care about your progress and push you in the right way. Training here has taught me not just MMA and Muay Thai, but also discipline that carries into everyday life. If you’re serious about learning martial arts with old school techniques (without shortcuts) this is hands down one of the best places in the state.

Yashas Chandra

I’ve been training at the Academy of Martial Science in Mysore for the past 3 months, and it’s been a game-changer for my fitness and discipline. The coaches and Kru deliver top-notch guidance in martial arts techniques, with their unique method of teaching they have sharpened my skills, stamina, and confidence remarkably. The supportive environment and structured sessions make it perfect for both beginners and advanced practitioners. I highly recommend AMS Mysore for anyone serious about martial arts!

Poorna Gowda

"I’ve been really enjoying my MMA class so far! The training sessions are well-structured, balancing techniques. The instructors are very knowledgeable and patient, always making sure we understand the fundamentals before moving on to advanced techniques. I especially appreciate how they focus on discipline, respect, and safety, which creates a positive and motivating environment. Each class pushes me to improve my strength, speed, and mental toughness, and I can already feel my confidence growing. Overall, it’s a great experience that challenges me physically and mentally, and I’m excited for my advance batch so I can do better.

Zakaria

I am a French traveller and I have been training Muay Thai in the North of Thailand for a long time. When I arrived in India I was looking for a place to keep improving and get a very professional teaching. This place has been highly recommended to me by a friend from Mysore who attended classes here for several months. I have to say that my experience here taking private Muay Thai lessons has been beyond my expectations. I greatly appreciated the high intensity, the deep focus on the technique and their true passion for martial arts. The knowledge, the humility and the kindness of both the founder of the gym Kru Vikram and my coach Sam were like nowhere else I have trained before. Special thanks and respect for the coach Sam who has been demanding and patient with me. I enjoyed every second of it.

Daksha Ganapathy

Absolutely top-notch training! AMS (Academy of Martial Science) is hands down one of the best places to train in mixed martial arts. The level of proficiency and attention to technique here is unmatched. Every session is structured, detail-oriented, and incredibly effective — whether you're a beginner or looking to advance your skills. The coaches are highly skilled, professional, and truly passionate about what they do. You’re not just learning to fight, you’re learning discipline, form, and strategy. If you're serious about MMA and want real results, AMS is where you want to be!

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IMMAF Youth World Championship 2025 – UAE

MOU Signed

A benchmark MOU was signed between Muban Chombueng Rajabhat University, Thailand and Academy of Martial Science, represented by Muaythai and Muayboran sports association at the Twin Tower hotel, Bangkok on 15th of March 2025

MMA India National Federation and Team AMS

4 Female athletes of MMA India National Federation and Team AMS is all set to participate in the 6th MTBSA Muaythai Pro-Am world championship to be held in Pattaya, Thailand between 8th and 17th of March. Incidently, an all girls team landed in Thailand, Pattaya on women's day, a testimony to women power and growing popularity of combat sports among women in India.