Bruce Hoyer has dedicated more than two decades to the study, practice, and teaching of martial arts, building a reputation as both a highly respected coach and lifelong student of combat sports.

A 3rd Degree Black Belt in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, 2nd Degree Black Belt in Combat Hapkido, Level 2 Coach in Combat Submission Wrestling, and Gold Level Boxing Coach through USA Boxing, Bruce has trained extensively in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, mixed martial arts, boxing, and Muay Thai since beginning his martial arts journey in 2000.

Following the closure of Action MMA in Sioux Falls in 2008, Bruce founded Next Edge Academy with a vision of continuing the growth of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, Muay Thai, boxing, and MMA in the region. Under his leadership, the academy has developed numerous athletes who have gone on to compete at the highest levels of professional combat sports, including the UFC, PFL, Bellator MMA, and WWE.

As a competitor, Bruce captured the IBJJF No-Gi World Championship at purple belt in 2009. His coaching philosophy emphasizes concepts, critical thinking, and problem-solving, helping students develop skills that extend beyond technique alone.

In addition to coaching athletes, Bruce has worked extensively with law enforcement professionals, helping officers develop practical and effective control tactics rooted in real-world application.

Outside of martial arts, Bruce enjoys studying languages, including Spanish, Portuguese, Russian, and Arabic, and pursuing his passion for aviation. His personal journey has also been shaped by adversity, having lost sight in one eye following a football injury as a teenager, an experience that helped forge the resilience and determination that continue to define his approach to life and martial arts.

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