Fundamentals of Hammerfist

Meet Your Trainer: Jim Cloutier

I am a lifelong practitioner of martial arts and self-defense systems, with extensive experience in various disciplines including Krav Maga, Kickboxing, Muay Thai, Karate, Taekwondo, Wrestling, Grappling and Jujitsu. My discipline and focus have always driven me to test my skills and push myself to the next level. I hold multiple black belts in different disciplines and have competed in combat sports to put these skills to the test. I have had the privilege of training with professional fighters and self-defense instructors from all over the world. Growing up in a challenging environment I learned firsthand what it means to both take and deliver physical confrontations. Martial arts helped me navigate those time, and my subsequent work in the security industry provided me with exposure to various types of body language and real-world violence. This experience underscored the difference between training in a controlled environment and facing actual threats emphasizing the importance of adaptability and readiness. Today, I am dedicated to empowering individuals with self-protection skills, aiming to make them "hard targets" and able to confront violence. I believe that being prepared for dangerous situations is crucial and I am committed to helping others prioritize their safety and well being above all else. Furthermore, I am passionate about instilling the "warrior mindset" in my students, empowering them with confidence and skills to overcome challenges, seize new opportunities, and achieve remarkable success while continuously pushing their boundaries to the next level.