Est. 2005
About KMA
Makati's home for martial arts — built on community, discipline, and decades of experience.
Our Story
More than two decades on the mats
KMA Fitness & Martial Arts was founded by Stephen Kamphuis in Makati's Salcedo Village. What started as a small training group has grown into one of the Philippines' largest martial arts communities.
As the Philippine headquarters of the international Team Fabricio BJJ network, KMA connects over 30 affiliated schools across the country — from Manila to the provinces.
Whether you're stepping onto the mats for the first time or preparing for competition, you'll find a welcoming team that pushes you to grow.
Community
A welcoming gym where beginners train alongside black belts. Friendships forged on the mats that extend beyond them.
Experience
Black belt instructors with decades of teaching and competition experience. Learn from the best.
Variety
BJJ, Muay Thai, Judo, Boxing, and more — all under one roof. Find your discipline or cross-train.
Coaching Staff
Our Coaches
Stephen Kamphuis
Head Instructor — 5th Degree BJJ Black Belt
Founder of KMA and head of Team Fabricio Philippines. 7x World Masters Champion, Oceania Judo Champion, and President of the Philippine BJJ Federation. Stephen has built one of the largest BJJ networks in the country, with over 30 affiliated schools.
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Ziggy Roces
BJJ Black Belt — Instructor
BJJ black belt under Stephen Kamphuis. Teaches Brazilian Jiu Jitsu.
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Estie Liwanen
BJJ Black Belt — Instructor
BJJ black belt and Open Masters Games competitor. Teaches BJJ and Judo. Available for private lessons.
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Ken Menia
BJJ Black Belt — Instructor
BJJ competitor and instructor. Philippine Jiu Jitsu Federation Selection Trials gold medalist.
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Brendo Pudan
BJJ Black Belt — Instructor
BJJ competitor and instructor. National circuit gold medalist.
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International Affiliation
Team Fabricio Philippines
KMA is the Philippine headquarters of the international Team Fabricio BJJ network. With over 30 affiliates across the country and partners worldwide, our students are part of a global martial arts family.
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