Empowering the Community Through Martial Arts

A nonprofit MMA & Jiu-Jitsu gym in Salinas, CA. Where every class is 100% free. We specialize in Jiu-Jitsu and MMA while placing heavy emphasis on Boxing, Muay Thai, Wrestling, and Kickboxing techniques.

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why?

Accessibility and Growth for All

At Team Take Flight, we understand that affording expensive gym memberships can be extremely difficult. That’s why we offer every class completely free! Tapping out that burden so anyone can experience the benefits of MMA and Jiu-Jitsu.

Established in 2009

Team Take Flight was founded in 2009, thanks to Robert Nenque and the support of New Life Church, as a nonprofit initiative to make martial arts training available to all individuals in the community.

First Classes Launched

In early 2009, we launched our first free classes, welcoming community members of all ages and skill levels to experience the benefits of martial arts and build our supportive community.

Expanded Program Offerings

By 2016, Team Take Flight expanded its program offerings to include wrestling, judo, Muay Thai, and kickboxing, enriching the training experience and promoting diverse skill development.

Meet Our Dedicated Instructors

Volunteer Team of Experts

ROBERT ‘BERTO’ NENQUE “COACH BERTO”

founder / BJJ/MMA HEAD COACH

ROB CAPILI

HEAD BLACK BELT

john houck

bjj coach / BLACK BELT

MARC MARTINEZ

bjj coach / BLACK BELT

UNCLE B

Bjj coach / BLACK BELT

ALFRED

BJJ+MMA coach / BLACK BELT

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Be Part of Team Take Flight today!

Join us anytime for free classes and start your journey.