04-23-20: Unfortunately, Fusion MMA will not survive this pandemic...
Dear Fusion families,
I have been ill for nearly a month with a presumed case of Covid-19 by my doctor, and I am recovering now, slowly. Thank you for your kindness, and concern during this difficult time.
Fusion has been a safe refuge, existing only to help people improve their skills, health and well being. Our business faces a unique challenge during this pandemic. Every class requires personal contact, therefore social distancing is not an option for us. Striking and grappling require a partner which eliminates online style training.
The end of the quarantine does not solve the problem of transmission of the virus. We would have to test everyone daily, or run a “dirty” gym which would be for those previously exposed to the virus, and have immunity (no guarantee that immunity actually exists with exposure at this time or accurate testing). Testing procedures at this level do not presently exist, and would be cost prohibitive for our small business. We have no idea if the virus stops during the summer, and/or reappears in the fall.
It is unlikely that most, if any, of our clients will return until the virus has stopped/managed for the following reasons:
1-The chance of being infected with the Covid-19, and passing it on.
2-Even the most dedicated athlete will be pressured by their loved ones to stay away for concern for everyone else’s safety.
3- You and/or your family have been impacted financially.
Our only hope is a vaccine, which experts predict is at least 12-18 months away. It would be hard, if not impossible, to predict when we could resume our normal operations. This is an unprecedented time, and unfortunately there is not a historical precedent to follow.
The government has offered different programs, but most small businesses have not received help, because we do not qualify and/or they are out of money. Paying a loan back would take what little profits the business produces. A monthly payment, plus interest, would put us in debt for the foreseeable future of 5-6 years.
Unfortunately, our business will not survive this pandemic, so we will be closing Fusion's doors permanently.
Our industry, Mixed Martial Arts, will probably cease to exist as we now know it. All fights, and tournaments have been canceled indefinitely.
The Complete Combatant will not be effected like Fusion. At TCC we spend most of our time outside on the range. We suspect this style of self defense training will stand the test of time but we have had to cancel all of our "hand to hand/close quarter" classes until further notice.
I speak from personal experience, having Covid19 for almost a month now, I could not risk people’s health, or lives by opening our doors for training until we have a more permanent solution.
It has been an honor to teach, and train with you all. I never expected such an sudden end to our gym, and it is heartbreaking for all of us involved. To me, you are my family, and I will miss you all terribly.
Please feel free to reach out to us with any questions or concerns via email, or phone. Sincerely,
Brian Hill
fusionfitnessandmma@gmail.com
678-290-0282
Welcome to Fusion Fitness & Mixed Martial Arts, LLC
My name is Brian Hill and I am owner and head Coach of Fusion Fitness and Mixed Martial Arts, LLC and The Complete Combatant, LLC. I have over 30 years experience in Martial Arts as a student, a competitor and a coach. I have named my school FUSION because it is a blend of all the different styles that make up Mixed Martial Arts and other forms of self defense.
Fusion is a complete training facility located in Kennesaw, Georgia for both adults and kids and we are proud to say that Fusion MMA has become a pillar of learning and growth for self defense in the Metro-Atlanta area.
Mixed Martial Arts (MMA) may very well be more demanding, and more diverse, than any one style of the martial arts. Here you will improve problem solving skills and mental stamina, get a full body work out, learn self protection, and build self confidence. With each class you will appreciate discipline, learn to strategize and execute games plans, meet friends that will last a lifetime and learn values that are applied on and off the mat. At Fusion you will learn the strategies of the Pros, while getting real-life experience in self defense.
Our goal is to be the best that we can be FOR YOU! How do we do this? We are constantly evolving our knowledge base, techniques and skill-set. We ARE teachers….but we will ALWAYS be students. Please check out my BIO to see my background and continuing education.
Fusion is a complete training facility located in Kennesaw, Georgia for both adults and kids and we are proud to say that Fusion MMA has become a pillar of learning and growth for self defense in the Metro-Atlanta area.
Mixed Martial Arts (MMA) may very well be more demanding, and more diverse, than any one style of the martial arts. Here you will improve problem solving skills and mental stamina, get a full body work out, learn self protection, and build self confidence. With each class you will appreciate discipline, learn to strategize and execute games plans, meet friends that will last a lifetime and learn values that are applied on and off the mat. At Fusion you will learn the strategies of the Pros, while getting real-life experience in self defense.
Our goal is to be the best that we can be FOR YOU! How do we do this? We are constantly evolving our knowledge base, techniques and skill-set. We ARE teachers….but we will ALWAYS be students. Please check out my BIO to see my background and continuing education.
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