Built for Pilot Point.
Built to Last.
A certified Machado Method affiliate in Pilot Point, TX, teaching BJJ, Krav Maga, and Muay Thai. Family-oriented, welcoming, and rated 5.0 from 57 Google reviews.
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To help the people of Pilot Point become mentally strong, physically fit, and more confident through quality martial arts instruction. We are a family-oriented academy and a place of positivity, where people of all walks of life come together and train to become better versions of themselves.
Why Our Pilot Point Academy Exists.
Davis Martial Arts & Fitness is a family-owned and operated martial arts academy in Pilot Point, TX, open since January 2023. Head instructor and owner Cameron Davis is on the mat leading class himself, his wife runs the front desk, and their kids train here like everyone else's. The academy has built its reputation on character, quality instruction, and a welcoming community where people of all walks of life come together to become better versions of themselves.
As a certified Machado Method affiliate, our BJJ comes straight from one of the most respected lineages in the art. Cameron pairs that with a 5th-degree Krav Maga black belt, so students can train jiu-jitsu, striking, and real self-defense under one roof, taught with patience, with rigor, and with a clear sense of what each student needs to move forward.
What makes families stay is not the building. It is the consistency of instruction and the fact that every student is treated as an individual with a specific trajectory.
The Machado Method What the Lineage Actually Buys You.
A Machado affiliation is not a logo on the wall. It means the jiu-jitsu taught here traces to a named source, follows a system reviewed across a network of academies, and holds rank to a standard set outside this building.
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Traceable, Not Self-Declared
The lineage runs directly to Master Carlos Machado. You can follow it back to a named source instead of taking one gym's word for it.
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A Reviewed System, Not One Owner's Invention
The curriculum comes from an established method taught across the Machado network, so what you or your child learns here is not one instructor's personal interpretation.
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Rank Held to an Outside Standard
A belt earned here is measured against the Machado standard, not handed out to keep a member happy. That is why it means something when it is tied on.
Head instructor Cameron Davis holds a Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu brown belt directly under Master Carlos Machado and a 5th-degree black belt in Krav Maga. The rank is earned against the same outside standard your own progress will be measured by.
Training here also comes with free access to Machado Method online training, an ongoing instructional library that travels with your membership so the learning does not stop when class ends.
Verify the lineage at machadomethod.com →Built around how kids actually develop.
Every kids program keys in on the four stages of childhood development: Physical, Intellectual, Emotional, and Social. We call it PIES. It is how we structure classes, design drills, and build the relationships that turn a shy four-year-old into a confident kid who walks into school with a quiet sense of who they are.
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P Physical
Coordination, strength, control of the body.
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I Intellectual
Focus, problem-solving, learning how to learn.
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E Emotional
Confidence, self-regulation, handling setbacks.
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S Social
Respect, teamwork, friendship across ages.
BJJ Brown Belt under Master Carlos Machado · 5th-Degree Black Belt, Krav Maga
Texas State Representative, Federation of Israeli Martial Arts (FIMA). Seven-time Martial Arts Hall of Fame inductee.
Cameron Davis
Head Instructor & Owner
Most martial arts instructors are experts in a single system. Cameron Davis has spent more than two decades building expertise across multiple martial arts, real-world self-defense, and tactical operations, and he blends Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, Krav Maga, Muay Thai, Filipino Martial Arts, and tactical combatives into one system. He has trained civilians, law enforcement officers, military personnel, security professionals, and families who want self-defense that actually works. Every technique is pressure tested and every drill has a purpose.
Train for reality, not for perfection.
Whether he is teaching a child their first class, helping an adult gain confidence, or training professionals whose careers depend on their skills, the mission does not change: build stronger, safer, more capable people, one student at a time.
Real World Experience
Cameron's experience extends well beyond the academy. He has trained and worked alongside professionals in environments where performance under pressure is the whole job, and that shapes every class taught here.
- Seven-time Martial Arts Hall of Fame inductee
- Level IV Personal Protection Officer (bodyguard), licensed by the State of Texas
- Former security contractor supporting the U.S. Department of Homeland Security and other federal agencies during high-risk operations
- Law enforcement defensive tactics instructor
- MLK's HagAnaH "Be Your Own QRF" Handgun Level I certified
Certifications & Rankings
- Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
- Brown belt under Master Carlos Machado
- Carlos Machado affiliate instructor
- Krav Maga
- 5th-degree black belt
- Instructor certified through Wingate Academic College (Israel)
- Texas state representative, Federation of Israeli Martial Arts (FIMA)
- Striking Arts
- 4th-degree black belt, Muay Thai Kickboxing (WMAF)
- 4th-degree black belt, American Kickboxing (WMAF)
- 4th-degree black belt, Police Martial Arts Training Institute
- Black belt, American Karate
- Filipino Martial Arts
- Certified Kali instructor
- Certified Modern Arnis instructor
Trained in the Machado Method.
Davis Martial Arts & Fitness is a certified affiliate of the Machado Method, a direct line to one of the founding families of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu.
Est. 1967
Machado lineage
Founding Family
of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
Brown Belt
under Master Carlos Machado
Every Coach Holds the Same Standard.
Three black belts on the mat, teaching the way Cameron Davis built the academy to teach. No shortcuts, no filler.
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Cameron Davis
Head Instructor & Owner
BJJ Brown Belt under Master Carlos Machado · 5th-Degree Black Belt, Krav Maga
More than two decades across Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, Krav Maga, Muay Thai, Filipino Martial Arts, and tactical combatives, taught as one system built for real situations rather than for a scoreboard. Full background above.
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Professor Brandon Smith
NoGi Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu & MMA
3rd-Degree Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Black Belt · Former Professional MMA Competitor
Professor Brandon Smith is a 3rd-degree Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu black belt and leads the NoGi Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and MMA program at Davis Martial Arts & Fitness. A former professional MMA competitor, he brings years of real-world experience and a passion for helping students develop practical, effective skills. Known for his technical instruction and encouraging coaching style, he is dedicated to helping students of every experience level build confidence, improve their abilities, and reach their full potential on and off the mats.
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Professor Joseph
Adult & Kids Gi Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Black Belt · Leg Lock Specialist
Professor Joseph is a Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu black belt at Davis Martial Arts & Fitness who teaches both adult and kids Gi Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu classes. Known for his technical approach and his expertise in the leg lock game, he is passionate about helping students of all ages and experience levels develop their skills in a positive, challenging, and supportive training environment. His attention to detail and his commitment to student growth make him a valued member of the instructional team.
Four Words. Zero Exceptions.
- Discipline
- Discipline is the practice of doing what is required even when it is inconvenient, until it becomes identity.
- Respect
- Respect is shown before it is taught. Instructors model what they expect from students. It runs in both directions, on the mat and off.
- Effort
- Effort is the standard. Every student is expected to bring their full attention to every class, regardless of skill or time training.
- Growth
- Growth is the purpose of every class. Progress that is visible, trackable, and earned by the student through consistent work.
What We Are Not.
- Not a McDojo.
- Every belt requires a demonstration of actual technique in front of the head instructor. Students who are not ready do not test. The belt means something here, and students understand that from their first day on the mat.
- Not a Belt Mill.
- Our testing cycle is based on instructor assessment, not a calendar. A student might test in three months or in nine months depending on where they are and what the next rank genuinely requires.
- Not an Ego Room.
- We have students who compete and a team that trains for it, and we have students who will never step on a competition mat. Both get the same coaching. New people get met exactly where they are, which is the thing visitors tell us first. Contact training is introduced at the right time for each student and is always supervised.
What Families Are Saying
The kindest words come from the families who have been on the mat the longest.
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I can’t say enough good things about this family-owned BJJ academy. From the moment you walk in, you’re treated like family, not just another student. The instructors are not only incredibly skilled but also patient, encouraging, and truly dedicated to helping everyone—kids and adults alike—reach their goals.
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This place was awesome. Everyone was extremely welcoming. It was clean with plenty of room for everyone to get done what they needed to. I will be going back for sure.
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I just started here a couple of weeks ago and I have really enjoyed it. Everyone is welcoming and friendly. If you’re thinking about joining but have reservations about it, go for it, you won’t regret it. Cameron is a great instructor and very professional.
5.0 from 57 Google reviews · Read them all on Google
Questions About Who We Are and How We Teach.
Who leads Davis Martial Arts & Fitness?
Davis Martial Arts & Fitness is led by head instructor and owner Cameron Davis. Cameron is a Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu brown belt under Master Carlos Machado, a 5th-degree Krav Maga black belt, and the Texas state representative for the Federation of Israeli Martial Arts (FIMA). He is on the mat leading the academy's commitment to character, discipline, and quality instruction. He is joined by Professor Brandon Smith, who leads NoGi Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and MMA, and Professor Joseph, who teaches adult and kids Gi Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu.
What disciplines do you teach and why?
We teach Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, Krav Maga, and Muay Thai and Kickboxing. Our BJJ, taught through a certified Machado Method affiliation, develops confidence, discipline, focus, and a grappling art that does not depend on size or strength. Krav Maga adds practical, real-world self-defense, and Muay Thai and Kickboxing build stand-up striking and conditioning.
How are your instructors qualified?
Cameron Davis leads instructor development and reviews every student's progression personally. Professor Brandon Smith is a 3rd-degree Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu black belt and a former professional MMA competitor, and Professor Joseph is a Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu black belt. Our instruction is grounded in the Machado Method system and Cameron's Krav Maga background, and newer instructors learn alongside experienced ones before they lead their own class. The standard on our mat is the standard Cameron holds himself to every day.
How long has Davis Martial Arts & Fitness been in Pilot Point?
We are a family-oriented academy based at 8620 US-377, Suite 300-500, Pilot Point, TX 76258 in Pilot Point, and the majority of our students come from Pilot Point and the surrounding Denton County communities. Call or message us anytime to learn more about the academy and how to get started.
What is your approach to teaching kids?
Our approach to kids is grounded in character and consistency. BJJ teaches kids to stay calm under pressure and defend themselves without escalating, which builds real confidence instead of aggression. Kids are expected to listen, focus, and try. When they meet those expectations, they are recognized. When they fall short, they are coached, not shamed. The change parents notice at home comes from an environment where effort is what gets rewarded.
How do you handle different skill levels in one class?
Mixed skill levels are handled through tiered instruction. The technique is the same for everyone, but partners, complexity, and resistance are calibrated per student. Beginners are welcome in every class and instructors meet students at their current level.
What is your belt testing process?
Belt testing is instructor-nominated. When a student is ready, the instructor recommends them for advancement and the student demonstrates the required technique, attitude, and consistency at a formal testing session. Belts are earned, not handed out.
How is Davis Martial Arts & Fitness involved in the Pilot Point community?
Davis Martial Arts & Fitness is a family-oriented home for the people who train here. Our students and their families come from across Pilot Point, Aubrey, Cross Roads, Krugerville, Denton, and the surrounding area. Many of the moms, dads, and kids on our mat first found us through another family at a school, a sports field, or a neighborhood event. Building a place where the whole community feels welcome is part of why we exist, and it shapes how we run the academy every day.
You Have Read the Story. Come See the Standard.
Pick a class time. Show up. Train. See for yourself whether this is the right fit before you commit. No contract, no pressure, no experience needed.
FREE for first class · No long-term contract · Walk-ins welcome