The Camp MATC

10/29/2026

Growing up in Argentina, Mariana Lencina was told that msybe martial arts was "too rough," not meant for girls, and that she should stick to gentler things.

​Fast forward to today.

​Mariana first walked through our doors just looking to get a sweat in with kickboxing. But curiosity led her to try out Muay Thai, and then step onto the grappling mats for Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu.

​That was it. She fell head over heels for the craft.

As her coach, ​watching her kicks, sweeps, and grind through tough rounds with a smile on her face has been an absolutely amazing. She isn’t just working out—she’s breaking through limits, mastering techniques, and discovering just how strong and capable she’s always been.

​Never let anyone tell you what your power is supposed to look like. Mariana! Keep shining on and off the mats. 🥋✨

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10/28/2026

🛑 New Member Alert 🎊

Between running businesses, managing full calendars, and taking care of their families, mom's days are packed, I’m sure many of you can relate. But instead of saying “I Just don’t have time” or waiting for an empty hour sitting on their schedule—they decided to claim one.

Taking care of yourself isn’t selfish, especially for busy moms. When you show up strong, centered, and energized, everyone around you benefits.

Shoutout to Virginia and Nyasia for bringing incredible energy, putting in the work, today!

Welcome to the Camp Fam! 🚨

📍 The Camp MATC | 1616 S Cypress Rd, Pompano Beach, FL

🌐 www.TheCampMATC.com

10/21/2026

You already know where my head is at the second my feet hit Florida soil.

10/20/2026

10/10/2026

Kicked off the weekend Nak Muay style

Saturday mornings hit different on these mats. Great energy this morning. Everyone showed up and dialed in for a great class.

If you spent the week sitting at a desk or you just need an outlet to burn off some stress, this tribe always shows up to finish the week strong.

One Camp. One Tribe.

10/09/2026

Brazilian Jiu Jitsu can seem chaotic, claustrophobic, and thinking I will definitely get hurt doing that!

But the fact is YOU are in control at every point of training. If a position feels tight or uncomfortable, a single tap resets the drill instantly. Safety and mutual trust come before everything else.

• Good Partners Protect Each Other: More advanced students don't use beginners as trophies; they guide you through escapes, and make sure everyone leaves the mats healthy enough to go to work

• It’s physical chess.

The hardest part isn't the workout—it's simply showing up for that very first warm-up. Give yourself permission to be a beginner.

10/08/2026

When people hear Muay Thai, they picture chaotic sparring or bruised lips.

But in our academy, day one looks nothing like that. It looks like this:
• You learn how to find your balance and pivot safely.
• Working with a training partners whose only goal is to help you learn the angles.
• Go at your own pace, taking breaks when you need to, and building confidence round by round.

You will never be thrown to the wolves. Everyone on these mats remember their very first day—and our goal is to help you past that.

Leave the ego at the door, move at your own speed, and let the technique do the work. The fitness will take care of itself.

10/07/2026

Protect your hands so you can punch injury free for years to come.

Here’s how I like to wrap my hands and teach every new student stepping onto the mats at The Camp MATC:

Thumb Loop & Anchor: Hook the thumb, lead around the back of the hand (never the palm side first), and wrap the wrist 2–3 times.

Knuckle Cushion: Cross the back of the hand and wrap across the knuckles about 3 times to build solid padding.

Lock the Thumb: Bring it back down across the wrist and wrap the thumb to keep it stable.

Separate the Fingers: Weave through each finger (pinky, index, middle), creating that clean half-X across the back of the hand and anchoring back to the wrist after each pass.

Keep the Palm Open: Finish by locking the wrist and leaving the palm open so you can make a tight, clean fist without extra bulk bunching up inside.

💡 Pro-Tip from Coach: When class wraps up (or after they dry from the wash), roll them back up immediately! It saves you five minutes of untangling on the bench before your next class.

Save this Reel so you have it ready before your next striking class! 📌

09/09/2026

In our Junior Warriors program (ages 8–12), we do not just teach kids how to swing wildly on a bag. We teach biomechanics, distance management, and footwork.

When young martial artists understand why their feet need to pivot, how to change angles safely, and when to execute under control, three things happen:
✅Their balance and coordination skyrocket.
✅They focus and have better situational awareness.
✅They build confidence that prevents bullying before it starts.
Whether your child wants to build real self-defense skills, improve their athleticism, or simply find a positive room where coaches pay attention to details, our mats are ready.

We are an official Florida Step Up For Students provider (PEP & FES-UA approved)! Tap the link in our bio or send us a DM to book your child's free placement evaluation session today.

09/08/2026

Big news for Pompano Beach families! The Camp Martial Arts is officially an approved provider for Step Up For Students!

Florida scholarship funds—including the PEP (Personalized Education Program) and FES-UA (Unique Abilities) scholarships—can directly cover your child’s martial arts instruction, physical education, and personal development?

At The Camp Martial Arts Training Center in Pompano Beach, our youth curriculums give children the physical and mental tools to succeed both on and off the mats:

🎯 Focus & Self-Discipline: Better attention spans, active listening, and structure that carries into school and home.

🛡️ Practical Anti-Bullying: Confident body language, verbal de-escalation, and non-violent self-defense fundamentals.

⚡ Physical Literacy: Balance, coordination, speed, and functional stamina.

🤝 An Ego-Free Tribe: Small coach-to-student ratios in a positive, encouraging environment.

Direct provider billing is available straight through the Step Up EMA Marketplace, making tuition seamless and stress-free.

Spots in our Mini-Champs (Ages 3–4), Little Champs (Ages 5–7), and Junior Warriors (Ages 8–12) classes are limited to ensure personalized attention for every student.

How to get started:

Tap the link in our bio to book your child's free placement evaluation class.

OR Send us a DM with the word "STEP UP" and our team will guide you through connecting via the EMA portal!

📍 1616 S Cypress Road, Pompano Beach, FL 33060