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October 30, 2009
Bruce Lombard(Titan Fitness/State College,PA), Is A Certified Coach Under Mixed Martial Arts Pioneer, Erik Paulson.
Posted on Friday, October 30, 2009 in Combat Submission Wrestling(CSW), MMA, Mixed Martial Arts, Muay Thai, Personal Martial Arts Training, Small Group Martial Arts Training, Submission Grappling, Titan Fitness, Women's Self Defense
Bruce Lombard is the MMA and Thai Boxing Instructor at Titan Fitness in State College, PA. Titan Fitness is located one block off the Penn State University campus and has been the leader in martial arts training in State College and central PA for over fifteen years. Bruce is a certified coach under mixed martial arts pioneer, Erik Paulson, founder of MMA fighting system, Combat Submission Wrestling. To find out more about world champion fighter and world renowned coach, Erik Paulson, visit www.erikpaulson.com.
Coach Lombard offers private and small group instruction to all ages and genders in Muay Thai kickboxing, MMA, Submission Grappling, Boxing, and Women’s Kickboxing/ Self-Defense. Lessons are structured in a 30-60 minute session. Hourly rates continue to be the most economical in the State College area for over the last ten years.
For more information, call (814) 235-1015 or visit www.lombardmma.com and www.titanfitness.com.

The author of this blog, Bruce Lombard, is a Certified Coach of Combat Submission Wrestling(CSW) and is available for training and provides a free initial consultation. To contact Bruce to setup your free consultation, please dial 814-404-7307 or write tfgma@yahoo.com for more information.
September 12, 2009
The Leader In Muay Thai Training and Competitve Fighters In State College and Penn State For Over Fifteen Years
 
Titan Fitness(formally, SCMAA) has been teaching Muay Thai kickboxing to hundreds, if not thousands, of local State College and Central PA residents, as well as Penn State students for over 15 years.
This strong tradition of producing effective Muay Thai practioners at the Titan Fitness facility started back in 1993 under the guidance of world class martial athlete, Sifu Bill Gebhardt, founder and owner of the State College Martial Arts Academy.
On Bill Gebhardt’s sudden death to Cancer in 2002, student and long time friend, Bruce Lombard, aimed to continue the legacy and tradition that Mr. Gebhardt left behind.
Hundreds of men and women of all ages continue to benefit from the highly effective and practical art of Muay Thai kickboxing at Titan Fitness as they did with Mr. Gebhardt in the 90’s and early 2000’s.
Titan Fitness continues’ the tradition of SCMMA to be the leader in the Central Pa and Penn State region for developing successful Muay Thai competitor’s. SCMMA and Titan Fitness have had over 25 amateur Muay Thai competitive fighters’ in the last 15 years with a collective winning perscentage over 75%.
The author of this blog, Bruce Lombard, is a Certified Coach of Combat Submission Wrestling(CSW) and is available for training and provides a free initial consultation. To contact Bruce to setup your free consultation, please dial 814-404-7307 or write tfgma@yahoo.com for more information.
August 21, 2009
Lowest Rates for Personal Martial Arts/Self Defense Lessons in State College and Penn State Community
Titan Fitness has been the only full-time Martial Arts and Self-Defense facility in State College, PA for the last fifteen years. Located one block off the Penn State University Campus, for years Titan staff has been serving Penn State students and State College residents in one-on-one and small group lessons at the lowest hourly rate of any fitness facility in the area.
Clients of all ages, gender, and experience have followed their goals in Martial Arts and Fitness through more hands on and individually focused training. Clients decide which Martial Arts system they desire to train in and also the fitness levels they want to pursue.
There are multiple options an individual can chose from for the Martial Arts training. These options are:
- Mixed Martial Arts
- Muay Thai (Kickboxing)
- Women’s Kickboxing
- Women’s Self-Defense
- Submission Grappling
- Jeet Kune Do
Bruce Lombard is the only certified MMA Coach under world renowned MMA coach and fighter, Erik Paulson(Combat Submission Wrestling) in the Center Region. Bruce is also certified in Bruce Lee’s Jeet Kune Do and has coached multiple men and women into MMA, Muay Thai, and Submission Grappling competition.
Sifu/Coach Lombard has been training people of all ages, skill levels, and experience for the past eight years in multiple disciplines of self-defense martial arts. Training focuses on fitness, self-defense, and personal goals. Training environment is fun, friendly, and ego-free!!
Lombard MMA and Thai Boxing private trainings are located at 412 West College Avenue(Titan Fitness) in State College, PA. Free consultation can be set up by phone at (814) 235-1015 or email at, tfgma@yahoo.com
The author of this blog, Bruce Lombard, is a Certified Coach of Combat Submission Wrestling(CSW) and is available for training and provides a free initial consultation. To contact Bruce to setup your free consultation, please dial 814-404-7307 or write tfgma@yahoo.com for more information.
June 10, 2009
Win A FREE month of Martial Arts Training Every Tuesday morning listening to 103.1FM, QwkRock!
Tune in to 103.1FM, “The Troy and Jerry Morning Show”, every Tuesday at 8:00am to give yourself a chance to win a FREE month of martial arts or boxing training at Titan Fitness.
The name of the contest is “Brain Fight”. Troy and I swivel and roll our comfortable chairs into the ‘Rocktogon’ to answer a UFC trivia question presented to us by Jerry. All you, the listener, has to do is call in after Troy and I give our answers and let the guys know who you think is right. If you are correct, you WIN a FREE month of training of your choice at Titan Fitness!
Training options include: MMA and Self Defense, Muay Thai, Women’s Kickboxing and Self Defense, Boxing, Jeet Kune Do, Youth Martial Arts.
The author of this blog, Bruce Lombard, is a Certified Coach of Combat Submission Wrestling(CSW) and is available for training and provides a free initial consultation. To contact Bruce to setup your free consultation, please dial 814-404-7307 or write tfgma@yahoo.com for more information.
May 31, 2009
One-on-One Private training
Posted on Sunday, May 31, 2009 in Amateur Fight News
One-on-One Private Training: Aids learning, expands knowledge base, and increases the skill level of each student more quickly than classroom instruction. This type of training provides the best results, and offers the most personal attention.
Weekend seesions, as well as, weekday morning and afternoon times available.
Available One-on-One Private Training Options:
- Mixed Martial Arts
- Muay Thai
- Women’s Self -Defense
- Women’s Kickboxing
The author of this blog, Bruce Lombard, is a Certified Coach of Combat Submission Wrestling(CSW) and is available for training and provides a free initial consultation. To contact Bruce to setup your free consultation, please dial 814-404-7307 or write tfgma@yahoo.com for more information.
May 31, 2009
Small Group Training
Posted on Sunday, May 31, 2009 in Amateur Fight News
Small group training (2 - 10 students): increases each student’s knowledge base and skill level at a faster pace than in a larger classroom setting. Training with fewer students allows for more personal attention and provides training partners to work with during and outside of scheduled sessions.
Small groups can consist of familier training partners, examples include; friends, family, co-workers. Or, individuals can be matched up with other clients that are looking to train and benefit in a small group environment.
Rates are reduced dramatically with 2 or more group members.
Weekend seesions, as well as, weekday morning and afternoon times available.
Available ‘Small Group’ Options:
- Mixed Martial Arts
- Muay Thai
- Submission Grappling
- Women’s Self -Defense
- Women’s Kickboxing
The author of this blog, Bruce Lombard, is a Certified Coach of Combat Submission Wrestling(CSW) and is available for training and provides a free initial consultation. To contact Bruce to setup your free consultation, please dial 814-404-7307 or write tfgma@yahoo.com for more information.
April 28, 2009
Posted on Tuesday, April 28, 2009 in Amateur Fight News

*** SEMESTER SPECIAL***
Women Kickboxing Individual(Private) Lessons As Low As $20 Per Session!!!
[Small Group Rates(2-10): $10-$20 Per Person]
Lombard MMA and Thai Boxing private trainings are located at 127 Sowers Street in State College, PA. Free consultation can be set up by phone at (814) 235-1015 or email at, tfgma@yahoo.com

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Also, Bruce Lombard writes a free blog that offers education, entertainment, and information for his students and the general public. Some topics of interest include Amateur Fight News, Combat Submission Wrestling(CSW), Instructional Video Review, Techniques, Titan Fitness News, and UFC News.
The author of this blog, Bruce Lombard, is a Certified Coach of Combat Submission Wrestling(CSW) and is available for training and provides a free initial consultation. To contact Bruce to setup your free consultation, please dial 814-404-7307 or write tfgma@yahoo.com for more information.
April 5, 2009
Erik Paulson’s 2005 CSW Los Angeles Camp
The 2005 CSW Camp in Los Angeles, CA featured some of the top MMA coaches and fighters in the world. Along with CSW founder, Erik Paulson, featured instructors included Greg Nelson, Sean Sherk, and Rico Chipparelli. The training camp was three days and involved eight hours per day of instruction, drills, and sparring. Each Instructor teaching two hour segments each day.
The author of this blog, Bruce Lombard, is a Certified Coach of Combat Submission Wrestling(CSW) and is available for training and provides a free initial consultation. To contact Bruce to setup your free consultation, please dial 814-404-7307 or write tfgma@yahoo.com for more information.
April 4, 2009
Video Review: CSW 2005 Los Angeles Camp

Overview - This 3 DVD box set features three of the top MMA coaches in the world today, plus a UFC World Champion. Erik Paulson, Greg Nelson, Rico Chipparelli, and Sean Sherk provide the MMA student with over 4 hours of cutting edge mixed martial arts techniques and drills! Erik Paulson, a former two-time Shooto(MMA) World Champion and founder of the highly regarded fighting system, Combat Submission Wrestling. Greg Nelson is the founder of, Minnesota Martial Arts Academy, and MMA coach of UFC Champions, Sean Sherk and Brock Lesner. Sean Sherk is a current top 5 Contender in the UFC lightweight division and a former UFC World Champion in 2006-07. Rico Chipparelli was a world class wrestler following a 1987 National Wrestling Championship for the University of Iowa. Chipparelli was also a former MMA coach to Frank Trigg and Randy Couture.
Review -There are 94 sections of MMA information in this DVD set. Sections include techniques and drills for striking, takedowns, conditioning, grappling, clinching, and pad work. Erik Paulson provides dynamic drills and tricks to improve your kickboxing and submission game. Greg Nelson exposes pad work and clinching drills in which he utilizes to train his professional fighters. Sean Sherk goes in depth for what he is well known for in the MMA world, transitioning from striking to a double leg takedown to ground & pound! Rico Chipparelli breaks down the fundamentals of wrestling and how to use them in MMA.
Rating - (5 out of 5) This is an excellent video choice for any level MMA student or fighter. These are four of the top MMA minds in the world. This will help raise the level of any student’s game. Get out a notebook and be prepared to fill multiple pages of information!!!
How to order - Visit www.erikpaulson.com for purchasing information.
The author of this blog, Bruce Lombard, is a Certified Coach of Combat Submission Wrestling(CSW) and is available for training and provides a free initial consultation. To contact Bruce to setup your free consultation, please dial 814-404-7307 or write tfgma@yahoo.com for more information.
March 30, 2009
Student Testimonials
Posted on Monday, March 30, 2009 in Testimonials
“I make going to Titan Fitness part of my weekly routine because the
workouts are awesome and the atmosphere keeps me energized and wanting to
come back for more.”
‹Emma Vautour
“I signed up for MMA to have fun, but found that the lessons learned in
class now carry over into my life. Not only have I become more physically
fit, but I have also found that the discipline and respect taught on the
mats make me a better college student and a better person.”
‹Derek Janssen
“Prior to training with Mr. Lombard, I had a hard time motivating myself to
stay in shape. But the enjoyment I get from my martial arts training has
made it impossible to stay away.”
‹Shawn Slater
“Martial Arts training is about more than fighting. Mr. Lombard is very
knowledgeable and capable of training individuals in anything from Thai
boxing, to MMA, to Submission Grappling. Even if you are not looking to
compete, I have found that martial arts training offers excellent health
benefits, like fitness and stress relief.”
‹Shawn Slater
“Kickboxing has not only helped me physically, but has also boosted my self
confidence. It is tough, and when I feel like quitting I look back at what
I have accomplished up to this point and wonder how much more I can condition
my body by sticking with it.”
‹Sobrina Wolff
“I never was a physically active person but now I find myself making sure I
fit kickboxing in my schedule between work and school. It is like having a
personal trainer. Bruce is there to motivate and push me to learn the
techniques. I leave with a sense of accomplishment.”
‹Sobrina Wolff
“I was looking for a different type of workout. Physically, kickboxing is
intense and keeps me in great shape. But I am not just working out. I am also
learning to defend myself, and making great friends.”
‹Nicole Weatherholtz
“I began attending Titan Fitness almost three years ago. I began as a
student with no prior martial arts knowledge whatsoever. I weighed about
145 lbs and was initially just looking for a way to get back into shape
after having a baby. I now weigh in at about 125 lbs and am in the best
shape I have ever been.”
‹Allison Glenny
“I am on the brink of my first amateur fight, and I am amazed by the progress
I have made through the efforts of my teachers and my training partners. Not
only are these the people that I work out with, but they have become some of
my closest friends.”
‹Allison Glenny
“I love kickboxing because it always pushes me to my limits, and I always
leave class feeling accomplished.”
‹Nicole Cardell
The author of this blog, Bruce Lombard, is a Certified Coach of Combat Submission Wrestling(CSW) and is available for training and provides a free initial consultation. To contact Bruce to setup your free consultation, please dial 814-404-7307 or write tfgma@yahoo.com for more information.
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