GET IN GREAT SHAPE.
LEARN TO FIGHT.
TRAIN TO DEFEND.
ADULT KICKBOXING FITNESS, KRAV MAGA, & MMA NEAR FORT SMITH
Want an AMAZING WORKOUT?
Get stronger, improve your cardio, and have a blast with our high-energy Kickboxing Fitness classes. No fighting or sparring required.
Want to learn to FIGHT & DEFEND?
Train in Krav Maga, Mixed Combat MMA, Striking, Grappling, & modern weapons-based self-defense.
NO EXPERIENCE NEEDED | ADULTS 18+
Roland, OK
Just 10 Minutes West of Fort Smith.
Background Check Required to Join.
GET IN SHAPE
LEARN TO FIGHT
TRAIN TO DEFEND
ADULT KICKBOXING FITNESS, KRAV MAGA, & MMA NEAR FORT SMITH
Want an AMAZING WORKOUT?
Get stronger, improve your cardio, and have a blast with our high-energy Kickboxing Fitness classes. No fighting or sparring required.
Want to learn to FIGHT & DEFEND?
Train in Krav Maga, Mixed Combat MMA, Striking, Grappling, & modern weapons-based self-defense.
NO EXPERIENCE NEEDED | ADULTS 18+
Roland, OK | Just 10 Minutes West of Downtown Fort Smith
Background Check Required to Join
WEEKLY CLASS SCHEDULE
COMBAT CONDITIONING
Heavy bag training, striking combinations, and full-body conditioning to build strength, endurance, and fitness while learning real skills.STRIKING & SPARRING
Develop boxing, kickboxing, Muay Thai, striking defense, footwork, and sparring skills through technical drills and partner training.MMA & SPARRING
Combine striking, takedowns, and MMA techniques to improve your overall fighting ability through drills and controlled sparring.GRAPPLING & ROLLING
Learn wrestling, No-Gi Jiu-Jitsu, takedowns, ground control, escapes, and submissions for MMA and real-world self-defense.KRAV MAGA & WEAPONS
Practical self-defense training combining Krav Maga, striking, grappling, and defenses against common weapon threats.FIREARMS & FORCE-ON-FORCE
Develop defensive skills involving firearm threats, weapon retention, close-range control, and realistic force-on-force training.
ALL EXPERIENCE LEVELS WELCOME | ADULTS 18+
No experience required. Live sparring and rolling are optional and require coach approval. All fighting and self-defense classes are part of the integrated Nomad Mixed Combat system, including unarmed and weapons-based applications.
Criminal background check required to become a client.
Ready to get started?
OUR HQ LOCATION
Private Training Headquarters Serving the Fort Smith, Arkansas Metro Area
Nomad Mixed Combat HQ is an appointment-only coaching and training headquarters located approximately 10 minutes west of Downtown Fort Smith.
We do not accept walk-ins.
What to Expect:
Adults 18+ Only
Appointment Required
Background Check Required
Personalized Coaching and Accountability
Real-World Self Defense and Civilian Combat Training
Strength, Conditioning, Mindset, and Performance Coaching
A Professional Environment for Motivated Adults
Serving Fort Smith, Van Buren, Roland, Muldrow, Sallisaw, Pocola, Arkoma, and surrounding communities.
ABOUT NOMAD MIXED COMBAT
One Complete System for the Real World.
Real life doesn't happen inside the rules of one martial art.
That's why Nomad Mixed Combat combines 7 Methods into one complete system.
Our 7 Methods of Combat - Mixed Martial Arts & Self-Defense Training:
Nomad Krav Maga® | Practical Self-Defense and Combatives
Striking | Boxing, Kickboxing, Muay Thai, and MMA Striking
Grappling | Wrestling, Jiu-Jitsu, BJJ, Takedowns, and Ground Fighting
Conditioning | Combat Fitness, Heavy Bag Training, Strength, and Endurance
Firearms | Defensive Firearms Skills and Weapons Training for Concealed Carry
Knife | Knife Defense, Edged Weapons Skills, and Combatives
Stick | Stick Fighting, Impact Weapons, Improvised Weapons, and Weapons Defense
Nomad Mixed Combat HQ serves adults in the Fort Smith, Arkansas area with Krav Maga, Mixed Martial Arts, MMA, Boxing, Kickboxing, Jiu Jitsu, BJJ, self-defense, weapons, and fitness training.
Each method supports the others to create a practical system designed for real-world situations.
Not tournaments.
Not points.
Real life.
Experience your First Training Day and discover if our coaching program is the right fit for you.
MIXED MARTIAL ARTS & SELF-DEFENSE TRAINING
Nomad Mixed Combat HQ provides adult MMA and self-defense training near Fort Smith, Arkansas. Our Mixed Combat system combines Krav Maga, Striking, Grappling, Conditioning, Firearms, Knife & Stick.
Training includes skills used in MMA, Boxing, Kickboxing, Muay Thai, Jiu Jitsu and BJJ, with live Sparring & Rolling available for approved clients.
TRAINING COST
How Much Does HQ Cost?
2 Training Options:
Fitness = $119 Per Month
Unlimited = $149 Per Month
MEET YOUR COACH: SHANNON LANGWELL
Local Roots. Global Mission.
Born and raised in eastern Oklahoma, Shannon earned a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering from the University of Arkansas and spent five years working as an engineer before making a life-changing decision: leave a successful career to pursue his true passion - helping people become stronger, safer, and more prepared.
Shannon's martial arts journey began around the age of 10, when he started training in traditional Okinawan Goju-Ryu karate. Over the following years, that early foundation instilled the discipline, respect, and work ethic that would shape his lifelong passion for martial arts. In 2011, he discovered Krav Maga and immediately connected with its practical, real-world approach to self-defense, beginning a journey that would ultimately redefine his career and mission.
In 2015, he and his wife packed everything they owned into a 1989 Toyota Winnebago and traveled the country, visiting more than 30 Krav Maga schools to learn from the best instructors, study different coaching methods, and document the journey through his Krav Maga Nomad YouTube series. That experience became the foundation of a lifelong mission: take the best ideas from every system, eliminate what doesn't work, and continually evolve civilian self-defense.
In 2016, Shannon founded Nomad Krav Maga® in Las Vegas, where he spent the next decade building one of the city's highest-rated self-defense academies. Las Vegas became his home base - not because the journey was over, but because it gave him access to world-class mixed martial artists, defensive tactics instructors, firearms experts, law enforcement professionals, and military trainers who continued shaping and challenging his approach.
Throughout that time, Shannon continued traveling, training, earning advanced instructor certifications, and cross-training in Krav Maga, MMA, Muay Thai, boxing, Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, weapons-based combatives, Filipino martial arts, firearms, and knife integration. Those experiences ultimately evolved into the Nomad Mixed Combat System - a complete system of civilian self-defense designed for the realities of modern violence, not sport.
Today, Shannon has returned home to launch Nomad Mixed Combat HQ, bringing world-class coaching to adults throughout western Arkansas and eastern Oklahoma while live-streaming that same coaching philosophy to students around the world. It's the next evolution of a journey that's always been guided by one mission:
Evolve Limitless®
Dedicated to helping people become stronger, safer, and more prepared for life.
Experience and Credentials
Teaching self-defense professionally since 2012
Founder & Chief Instructor of the award-winning Nomad Krav Maga® (Las Vegas, 2016-2026)
Second-Degree Black Belt in Krav Maga from Krav Maga Worldwide
Level 7 Black Belt Bracer Instructor in Integrative Defense Strategies
Certified Tactical Firearms Instructor - Handgun from Progressive Force Concepts
Code 4 Concepts Police Defensive Tactics Instructor from Progressive Force Concepts
Trained at 30+ Krav Maga schools across the world to study, refine, and evolve modern self-defense
Certifying Nomad Krav Maga® instructors since 2020
Cross-trained in MMA, Muay Thai, boxing, Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, Filipino Martial Arts, firearms, weapons-based combatives, and police defensive tactics
Season 3 Ultimate Self-Defense Championship competitor
Creator of the Nomad Mixed Combat System
Committed to empowering 1,000,000 lives through self-defense
Train Online.
Evolve Everywhere.
Join the Community.
Nomad Mixed Combat Training.
This online community connects students, Instructors, and Affiliates worldwide, giving you full access to mentorship and ongoing training to help you achieve your next level.
The Nomad Mixed Combat Training Community is our free online group where members of all experience levels come together to learn, train, and grow. You’ll gain instant access to lessons, livestreams, and resources designed to help you sharpen your skills — even if you can’t train in person.
Inside, you’ll find:
A global network of students, instructors, and affiliates
Step-by-step guides and training videos from Shane and the Nomad team
Tips on self-defense, fitness, mindset, and performance
Exclusive challenges and community events
A supportive environment focused on growth, not ego
Whether you’re a beginner, a current member, or a future instructor, the Nomad Training Group keeps you connected, motivated, and evolving with the movement.
Get instant access to:
lessons, livestreams, and challenges.
ZERO PRESSURE.
ALL PROGRESS.
THE NOMAD PROMISE
At Nomad Mixed Combat HQ, we don't sell memberships; we build coaching relationships. Every accepted Premium Coaching Client receives personalized coaching, a proven transformation system, and the accountability needed to create lasting results.
Our mission is to help motivated adults become stronger, more confident, and better prepared through professional coaching, a supportive community, and a clear path to success.
You bring the commitment. We'll provide the coaching, system, and support to help you succeed.
Train with confidence.
Our team is committed to your success.
TRUSTED.
TESTED.
PROVEN.
Every success story you see here was earned. They were the ones who showed up, put in the work, pushed through challenges, and stayed committed when it wasn't easy. They trusted the process and earned every bit of their progress. We simply provided the coaching, guidance, accountability, and proven systems to help them succeed.
You’re one step away from your own transformation.
BUILT ON A PROVEN FOUNDATION
World-Class Training.
Serving the Fort Smith Metro Area.
Nomad Mixed Combat HQ serves the Fort Smith, Arkansas metro area, but the coaching system behind it was developed over a decade while operating one of Las Vegas' highest-rated self-defense gyms.
That experience now benefits every client who trains here.
Our Las Vegas Legacy:
570+ Five-Star Reviews
Top 10 Gym in America: Yelp 2024
Thousands of Students Trained
Today, we're proud to bring the next evolution of our award-winning coaching system to adults throughout western Arkansas and eastern Oklahoma.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Everything you need to know before beginning coaching at Nomad Mixed Combat HQ.
Do I need experience to get started?
No. Most of our clients start with little or no self-defense experience. Our coaching system is designed to meet you where you are and help you progress at your own pace.
Where is Nomad Mixed Combat HQ located?
Our private headquarters serves the Fort Smith, Arkansas metro area and is conveniently located just a 10 minute drive west of Downtown Fort Smith.
Can I just stop by?
No. We operate by application and appointment only. This allows us to give every prospective client the time and attention they deserve while maintaining a safe, private coaching environment.
Why do you require a background check?
The safety of our clients is a top priority. Every accepted client completes a background check to help us maintain a professional, respectful training environment.
Is the livestream really free?
Yes. Our live classes stream free online so anyone can begin learning. Free viewers can watch and learn from anywhere.
Why would I pay for coaching if I can watch the livestream for free?
Watching an online class and being coached in person are two very different experiences. If you want to train and learn on your own, you're welcome to follow along with our livestream classes.
Will I be on camera during livestreams?
We take privacy seriously. Camera angles focus on instruction, and clients are never featured intentionally without permission. If you have privacy concerns, we're happy to discuss accommodations during your onboarding session.
What makes Nomad Mixed Combat different?
We don't just teach techniques—we provide professional coaching backed by proven systems, accountability, functional fitness, mindset development, and real-world self-defense.
What if I'm out of shape?
That's exactly why many people join. You don't need to get in shape before starting - we'll help you get there.
What ages do you accept?
Nomad Mixed Combat HQ is an adults-only coaching program for clients 18 and older.
How do I get started?
Just click TRY A FREE CLASS and book your Free Trial Day. Come check out the gym, meet the coaches, and see what we're all about. No obligations! If you decide to join and we're a good fit for your goals - we will conduct a nationwide criminal background check before approval.
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