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Coach Chuck MMA & Muay Thai
5 ★★★★★ 22 Google reviews · Muay thai gym in Virginia Beach, Virginia
Plan your first class
- Beginner-friendly all levels welcome, including total beginners — you don't need to be fit or have any experience to start
- Private lessons private, one-on-one coaching available — a focused way to start or to work around a busy schedule; ask about availability and rates
- Fight team a competition team for members who want to test themselves as amateur fighters
- Today see hours ·
- Phone (619) 888-2382
Hours
| Monday | 5–7:30 PM |
| Tuesday | 5–7:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 5–7:30 PM |
| Thursday | 5–7:30 PM |
| Friday | 5–7:30 PM |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“I mean mixed too, he can teach anything and everything, beginner to Hall Of Fame level champions across all domains of combat sports and beyond.”
“Took 3 private lessons, and instantly saw positive results/progress.”
“A treasure of knowledge and teaching skills 💪 Helped me level up quickly as he did with many fighters, some of which are fighting in the UFC!”
“If you are new to martial arts, he is the perfect teacher to help you build a solid foundation.”
Other martial arts here
“His classes will teach you the fundamentals and advanced techniques of Kickboxing.”
“I am 4th degree black belt in Brazilian jiu jitsu and the leader of my Own association….”
“Coach Chuck has also cornered me in all 8 of my amateur mma fights, helping me to capture a featherweight title at one point.”
“In that time I learned proper striking mechanics, connecting striking with wrestling, cage work, as well as learning how to share / teach what I’ve learned.”
What members say
“Training with Coach chuck is not only a great opportunity to evolve your game but it’s also a great honor and should be treated as such thanks, everything Coach”
“I mean mixed too, he can teach anything and everything, beginner to Hall Of Fame level champions across all domains of combat sports and beyond.”
“He has always been an awesome coach, supportive, helpful, direct, focused and passionate.”
“A lot of “coaches” razzle-dazzle new students with fancy techniques, but Coach Chuck’s focus on simplicity is what makes his teachings profound.”
“A treasure of knowledge and teaching skills 💪 Helped me level up quickly as he did with many fighters, some of which are fighting in the UFC!”
“A lot of “coaches” razzle-dazzle new students with fancy techniques, but Coach Chuck’s focus on simplicity is what makes his teachings profound.”
From the reviews
I've had the privilege of training with Coach Chuck for a few years now. He's the best out there not only for striking but mma. He has an open mind and evolution mindset that is great for every student that wants to advance their learning.
Training with Coach chuck is not only a great opportunity to evolve your game but it’s also a great honor and should be treated as such thanks, everything Coach
I am 4th degree black belt in Brazilian jiu jitsu and the leader of my Own association…. I have known coach Chuck for well over 15 years , I have seen and trained with some of the best fighters and coaches In the world When it comes to MMA and jiu jitsu… coach chuck in my opinion is one of the greatest minds in MMA…
Coach Chuck is one of the best coach in the whole country. A treasure of knowledge and teaching skills 💪 Helped me level up quickly as he did with many fighters, some of which are fighting in the UFC! Plus he is one of the funniest guy ever 😂 you should definitely his gym out!
New to muay thai? Start at Coach Chuck MMA & Muay Thai
Coach Chuck MMA & Muay Thai comes up as a beginner-friendly gym, going by their listing and members’ reviews. If you've never thrown a punch or a kick, that's exactly who a good beginners program is for. A few things worth knowing before your first week. First, you don't need to be fit to start — you get in shape by training, not before it, and coaches scale the conditioning to you. Second, you won't be thrown into sparring — reputable gyms build fundamentals (stance, footwork, and the basic strikes of the "art of eight limbs") for weeks before any contact, and sparring stays optional. Third, all levels really are welcome — ask about a dedicated beginners or fundamentals class time so your first session is alongside others who are also starting out. Most gyms are happy to let you watch or try a class first, so reach out before you commit.
Your first muay thai class at Coach Chuck MMA & Muay Thai
Nervous about walking into a muay thai gym for the first time? Almost everyone is, and good coaches expect beginners to come through the door. Here's what to know. What to expect: a typical first class is a warm-up, then drilling the basics on pads and bags — not fighting. Rest whenever you need to; no one will bat an eye. What to wear: shorts or athletic wear and a t-shirt; you'll train barefoot on the mats. What to bring: water and hand wraps if you have them — many gyms lend gloves for a first class, so it's worth asking when you call. As you keep training you'll add your own gloves, wraps, a mouthguard, and shin guards. Sparring is optional and comes later, once your fundamentals are solid. Arrive 10–15 minutes early to sign a waiver and meet the coach. It gets easier fast — most people feel far more at home by their third class.
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