Built on the mats, not in a boardroom
The story behind Apex MMA — and the standard every member trains to.
James Larremore
- U.S. Army Veteran
- 30+ years of MMA training
- Youth MMA → advanced combatives
"Strip away the nonsense. Focus on what works."
Owner and founder James Larremore didn't build Apex Training Systems in a boardroom. He built it on the mats, in the field, and through hard work.
A U.S. Army veteran with over 30 years of MMA training, James has dedicated his life to the martial arts and the development of individuals that are ready for anything. His approach is simple: strip away the nonsense, focus on what works, and build men and women who can perform under pressure.
Apex isn't just a training platform — it's the standard James holds himself to, passed on to every member who walks through the door. From youth MMA programs to advanced combatives, every curriculum reflects decades of knowledge refined through real-world application.
What Apex stands for
Discipline
Show up, do the work, repeat. Standards over shortcuts — every class, every rep.
Real-world application
Strip away the nonsense. Train what works under pressure, refined through decades of mat time and field experience.
Community standard
Apex is the standard James holds himself to — and passes on to every member who walks through the door.
Train with us
No experience required. Kids and adults welcome — James and the coaching team meet every new student where they are.
Come meet the team
We'll match you with the right coach for your goals — beginner or experienced.
Beginner friendly · Parents welcome · We'll help you choose