How Sub Zero Martial Arts Tripled Student Sign-Ups in 6 Months with Noble Digital

A mobile-first website and local SEO strategy that transformed a new martial arts studio into Buffalo's leading Brazilian Jiu Jitsu destination.

Sub Zero Martial Arts website design
Sub Zero instructor training student in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu

Background

Sub Zero Martial Arts opened its doors in Hamburg, New York, bringing world-class Brazilian Jiu Jitsu instruction to the greater Buffalo area. With 1,200 square feet of sanitized mat space and a team of passionate instructors offering real expertise in modern BJJ techniques, they created a welcoming environment for all ages and skill levels.

Despite offering top-tier instruction and a thriving community atmosphere, Sub Zero faced a common challenge for new martial arts studios: getting discovered by prospective students searching online. In a competitive market serving Buffalo, Hamburg, West Seneca, and surrounding communities, they needed a digital presence that matched the quality of their in-person experience.

With flexible membership options, free trial classes, and benefits ranging from self-defense training to full-body workouts, Sub Zero had everything students wanted—except the online visibility to reach them.

The Challenge

As a new martial arts studio in Hamburg, Sub Zero Martial Arts struggled with online visibility and mobile user experience. Most potential students were searching on their phones, but without a mobile-optimized website and local SEO strategy, they were invisible to their target audience.

Low

Online visibility for "BJJ Buffalo NY" searches

Poor

Mobile experience driving away mobile searchers

Zero

Online booking system for free trial classes

The martial arts industry is highly competitive in the Buffalo area, with established studios dominating search results. Sub Zero needed a digital strategy that would position them as Buffalo's premier Brazilian Jiu Jitsu destination while capturing the growing mobile search traffic.

The Solution

Noble Digital implemented a comprehensive mobile-first strategy designed specifically for martial arts studios competing in local markets.

Brazilian Jiu Jitsu training at Sub Zero Martial Arts

Mobile-First Website Design

We built a fast-loading, mobile-optimized website that provides an exceptional experience on any device. With over 85% of martial arts searches happening on mobile, we prioritized touch-friendly navigation, quick-loading images, and easy-to-complete forms.

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    Lightning-fast mobile page load times under 2 seconds

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    Touch-optimized interface for easy navigation

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    Integrated free trial class signup form

Local SEO Dominance

We optimized Sub Zero's online presence for hyper-local Buffalo-area searches. By targeting specific communities and martial arts keywords, we positioned Sub Zero at the top of search results when prospects searched for Brazilian Jiu Jitsu classes.

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    Targeted "Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Buffalo NY" and related searches

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    Google Business Profile optimization for local discovery

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    Location-specific content for surrounding communities

Kids Brazilian Jiu Jitsu class at Sub Zero
Brazilian Jiu Jitsu technique demonstration

Conversion-Focused Design

Every element of the website was designed to convert visitors into students. Clear calls-to-action, prominent free trial offers, and an easy-to-use class booking system removed friction from the sign-up process.

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    Prominent "Free Trial Class" CTAs throughout the site

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    Simple 4-field signup form optimized for mobile

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    Integrated calendar showing class schedules and events

The Results

Within 6 months of launching the new mobile-optimized website, Sub Zero Martial Arts experienced explosive growth that established them as Buffalo's premier Brazilian Jiu Jitsu destination.

300%

More Sign-Ups

Student enrollment increase

85%

Mobile Conversion

Mobile visitor to signup rate

#1

Google Ranking

For target keywords

60%

Mobile Traffic

Of all website visitors

2s

Load Time

Average mobile page speed

400%

Organic Growth

Increase in organic traffic

What Our Client Says

Sub Zero Martial Arts Instructor

"Noble Digital transformed our online presence. The mobile-optimized website they built has been a game-changer for attracting new students. We've seen a massive increase in trial class signups, and students consistently comment on how easy it was to find us and book their first class."

Nick

Owner, Sub Zero Martial Arts

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