Nate Feldman has been immersed in martial arts since childhood, beginning with folkstyle wrestling before expanding his training into Kempo Karate, Kickboxing, Mixed Martial Arts (MMA), and Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ). He began training in BJJ in 2010 and earned his black belt in 2018. He holds black belts in Kempo Karate under Master Steven Townsend (Kempo Karate Center, Springville, NY), Pancrase Mixed Martial Arts under James Wright and Jerry Roeder (MMA Belt Rank), and he is currently a second-degree black belt under Joe Hurst and James Wright, a testament to his dedication and expertise in the martial arts.
In 2017, he moved to North Carolina to pursue his passion for teaching full-time in Jacksonville, NC. His dedication to coaching and mentorship led him to take the next step in 2020 when he purchased Martial Arts and More of Wilmington, turning his lifelong dream into a reality.
Beyond his own training, Nate has developed champions in Karate, Kickboxing, Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, and MMA, helping his students reach the highest levels of competition. His coaching philosophy focuses not just on winning, but on instilling the discipline, resilience, and mental toughness that translate to success both on and off the mats.
In addition to working with civilian athletes, he has also had the privilege of training United States Marines on Camp Lejeune and every day during classes in Jacksonville, NC, helping them enhance their hand-to-hand combat skills and overall martial arts proficiency. His experience working with military personnel further strengthens his ability to teach real-world, effective self-defense techniques.
More than just a martial artist, Coach Nate is passionate about using martial arts as a tool for character development. He believes that the lessons learned through training—discipline, perseverance, respect, and confidence—help students, especially kids, navigate life’s challenges. His goal is to create a supportive environment where students of all ages can grow, both physically and mentally, through the practice of martial arts.
At Martial Arts and More of Wilmington, Nate Feldman and his team are committed to fostering a family community vibe of strong, confident individuals, whether they are training for self-defense, competition, or personal development.
We signed our 7 year old daughter up for JBM.... Just in 2 weeks... We seen her confidence skyrocket.... Her will to stick itnout has increased in everything. ... She can't wait for every class to arrive.... This class enstills discipline, and integrity. .. Many of the USMC leadership traits... Plus give your child a chance of survival. ... Now days the younger generation teaches expectations. ... Not here. .. Everything will be earned.... Blood, sweat, and tears makes a great foundation of any respectable person... Character building is TOP priority. ... SEMPER FI Coach
Jbm IBM has the best coaches and they bond with everyone they also make sure to talk with the kids about their everyday lives and if they have any problems will talk with you and or your kids to see if they can help...my kids love this dojo it has really helped boost their confidence and helped get them active
My husband and daughter have been going to the adult gi and kids gi classes for a few months now and they love it!! Besides the physical benefits it's great to see them both break out of their comfort zones. Coach Matt has been amazing and is not just an excellent teacher but good friend. Love JBM!!