The Next Element Academy

The Next Element Academy is a martial arts school in Myrtle Beach, SC. The academy offers a variety of disciplines including Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, Muay Thai, Boxing, and Youth Wrestling, as well as specialized programs such as Kids Jiu Jitsu and Mini Rollers for children aged 5-7. Serving both adults and children, the academy focuses on helping students develop self-defense skills, weight loss, and mental toughness through disciplines like the "art of eight limbs" and grappling-based techniques. The academy holds a 5.00 rating from 117 reviews.

The academy is the only facility in the Grand Strand certified by both the International Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Federation and USA Boxing. Classes are led by Professor Derrick Kennington, who has over 15 years of experience teaching martial arts and self-defense. A veteran of the United States Air Force, Professor Kennington previously served as a combatives instructor for joint military forces, including the USAF Phoenix Ravens. He is a black belt in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu and brings experience from a professional fighting career consisting of over 20 professional fights.

The business maintains thorough and well-documented information online, ensuring that their details are easy to find and clearly presented. This level of digital clarity makes the academy highly accessible to those searching for martial arts instruction in the region.

The Next Element Academy provides expert-led instruction and a variety of combat sports disciplines to the Myrtle Beach community.