Becky Pelishek
My whole family has grown at BMA, not just as athletes, but as people. For my kids, it’s been a place to build real discipline and stick with it when things get challenging (plus make friends). Their team of staff and student leaders help each student progress individually while growing with your group as well. You don’t just train—you become part of a community where everyone cheers for each other’s progress. When they believe in the student, the student starts to believe, too. For me, it’s been a chance to push myself in ways I didn’t expect. The confidence you gain on the mat carries over into your life, whatever you're doing. And honestly—it’s fun. Why is sore knees and sweating fun? Because even while you’re working hard, you’re learning new skills, overcoming challenges, and taking a break from everything else. It’s like stepping into a different “box” for a while. I'm a firm believer that anything worth doing is worth doing poorly. You don’t have to be great to start—you just have to start. Keep going and you WILL progress. You can try 2 weeks free.
