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Welcome to

Freestyle Martial Arts

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Bruce Lee our Sijo.

Experience Freestyle Martial Arts

MMA, Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, Submission Catch Wrestling, Jeet Kune Do, Filipino Martial Arts

Welcome to Freestyle Martial Arts, the premier training destination for martial arts in Albert Lea, MN since 1998. As the only school in southern Minnesota offering authentic MMA, Jeet Kune Do concepts, Filipino Martial Arts, and Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, we pride ourselves on a rich, diverse curriculum that encompasses the best of global martial arts traditions.

Underpinned by the revolutionary philosophy of Bruce Lee, our classes integrate techniques from boxing, kickboxing, Wing Chun, Kali, Silat, and more, ensuring a comprehensive martial arts education. Whether you're a novice or a seasoned practitioner, our Albert Lea school is dedicated to fostering your growth through an innovative, fun, and collaborative learning environment.

At Freestyle Martial Arts, we’re not just about training — we’re about building community and strength. Join us for weekly group classes at our private studio, or enhance your skills with our private lessons and specialized seminars. Ready to start your martial arts journey? Visit us or contact us today to learn more about how we can help you achieve your fitness and self-defense goals.

Which class Are you most interested in? 

We welcome all fitness and skill levels. Our programs promote weight loss, fitness, and fun!

Brenden Troster Jeet Kune Do

About the School

Specializing in the science and concepts of Bruce Lee's Jeet Kune Do, Filipino martial arts, Kickboxing, and Submission Wrestling. Weekly group class, self-defense classes, women's self-defense, personal training in Rapid Assault Tactics. Certified in direct lineage to Bruce Lee.

Coach Brenden Troster has been training in the martial arts for over 20 years and is a certified Full Instructor in Jeet Kune Do and Filipino martial arts under Sifu Paul Vunak. Brenden was also trained in Catch-as-Catch-Can and Professional Wrestling by Brad Rheingans, a 1976 Olympic competitor, North Dakota State Hall-of-fame member, and two time Pan American Games Greco-Roman Wrestling Gold medalist. Brenden is also a Nationally Certified Coach through USA Wrestling, the governing body of Wrestling in the United States, as well as a certified USA Boxing Coach.

In 1998 after years of study and training in JKD and other arts he began accepting his own students and has been teaching for over 20 years. Brenden has a dynamic hands on style of instruction and a unique ability to identify the strengths and weaknesses of each student.  

In addition to his martial arts training Coach Troster has an extensive education that gives him insight into how human beings learn, develop, and retain information. Coach Troster holds a PhD in Psychology and a Master of Arts in Marriage and Family Therapy. Brenden works full-time as a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist at Troster Holistic Wellness LLC .

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Open Hours

Appointment only

Phone calls open M-F 9am - 5pm

Phone: 507-402-9154

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115 N Newton Ave. Albert Lea MN United States 56007

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