Dynamite Striking Academy
Customized training for elite professional UFC athletes,
business professionals, teens, and young kids.
With over 15 years of experience in Muay Thai, Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, wrestling, and boxing, Charles Byrd is a retired UFC and LFA veteran, and a USA Boxing certified coach. As the head striking coach at Fortis MMA, he has trained multiple world champions and UFC fighters, leading his team to earn the title of #1 MMA team in the world in 2018.
Known for developing sharp fundamentals, advanced fight IQ, and championship-level athletes, Charles brings proven expertise and a passion for elevating fighters of all levels.
MMA striking blends techniques from boxing, Muay Thai, and kickboxing into a complete system built for real fight scenarios. Develop sharp fundamentals — footwork, timing, and precision — while adding advanced skills like feints, counterattacks, and striking transitions.
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Train anywhere, anytime with expert guidance. Online training provides access to structured workouts, technical instruction, and personalized feedback so you can continue developing your skills outside the gym — on your schedule, at your pace.
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True martial arts success requires both physical conditioning and mental resilience. Training sharpens focus, builds confidence, and strengthens discipline — creating balance between body and mind inside and outside the cage.
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Every athlete is different. Customized workout plans are built around your goals, experience, and schedule to maximize progress, prevent plateaus, and keep training both challenging and effective. No cookie-cutter programs.
Book This Program ›Personalized coaching built around your goals. Develop technique, conditioning, and fight IQ with direct attention and detailed feedback every session.
Fuel your performance with guidance on nutrition and weight management designed for fighters. Learn to eat and recover like a champion.
Trained UFC world champions and led Fortis MMA to be ranked #1 in the world. You get the same system — adapted to your level and goals.
Training doesn't stop when you leave the gym. Get ongoing support, check-ins, and accountability to keep you progressing toward your goals.
With 2 locations in the downtown Dallas area. Please contact for more information.
"Coach Byrd completely transformed my striking game. In just 3 months I went from a beginner to confidently sparring with seasoned fighters. His attention to detail and patient coaching style is unmatched."
"Training with Charles has been one of the best decisions of my life. As a business professional, I needed something that fit my schedule — his online training program is flexible, detailed, and incredibly effective."
"My son started at age 12 with Coach Byrd and now at 16 he's competing at the state level. The discipline, confidence, and skills he's developed go way beyond just fighting — it's changed his whole life."
Ready to take your training to the next level? Reach out for a free consultation and let's build a plan that fits your goals.