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Eastern Academy of Mixed Martial Arts
4.9 ★★★★★ 202 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
- Kids & youth classes kids and youth muay thai classes — built around discipline, focus, and confidence
- Fight team a competition team for members who want to test themselves as amateur fighters
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule easternacademy.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone (757) 486-5200
Hours
| Monday | 5–8:30 PM |
| Tuesday | 5–9 PM |
| Wednesday | 5–8:30 PM |
| Thursday | 5–9 PM |
| Friday | 5–8:30 PM |
| Saturday | 9:30–11:30 AM |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“Whether you’re a complete beginner or experienced fighter, they give you the attention and guidance you need to grow.”
“I enrolled my son in Muay Thai classes at Eastern Academy of Mixed Martial Arts, and we've had a fantastic experience so far.”
“Stepping into a combat-focused class as a woman can be daunting, especially for survivors of domestic abuse.”
“Whether you’re a complete beginner or experienced fighter, they give you the attention and guidance you need to grow.”
“He takes the time to teach the kids the fundamentals of self defense and martial arts, making sure they learn the techniques properly rather than just rushing them along.”
“He takes the time to teach the kids the fundamentals of self defense and martial arts, making sure they learn the techniques properly rather than just rushing them along.”
Other martial arts here
“Students can study Muay Thai, Jiujitsu, Filipino Martial Arts, Bruce Lee’s Jeet Kune Do, Indonesian Silat, as well as other systems.”
“I have trained at several martial arts gyms over the years, and I can honestly say Eastern Academy of Mixed Martial Arts is one of the best I’ve ever been to.”
“We came over from a karate school where it often felt like belts were handed out just for showing up.”
What members say
“The coaches are professional, knowledgeable, and truly passionate about what they do.”
“Whether you’re a complete beginner or experienced fighter, they give you the attention and guidance you need to grow.”
“Highly recommend Coach Wahsei and Eastern Academy for anyone looking to introduce their child to martial arts in a safe, supportive, and professionally run setting!”
“He takes the time to teach the kids the fundamentals of self defense and martial arts, making sure they learn the techniques properly rather than just rushing them along.”
“Whether you’re a complete beginner or experienced fighter, they give you the attention and guidance you need to grow.”
“As a martial arts practitioner of over 40 years, I cannot overstate the level of quality instruction you will receive in clean and safe environment.”
From the reviews
Eastern Academy has been for a long time, the place where I wanted to take my kids. For many years I have been aware that the arts and training provided at this school would actually be functional for defense.
Wahsei Miran and his school, Eastern Academy, was recommended to me by a former longtime instructor and friend of mine, Jearl Sutherland (who currently trains soon to be UFC Pro Fighter Tony Gravely). After 17 years of experience in martial arts, I’m very cautious on where I go to train, and who I allow to teach me.
Eastern Academy of Mixed Martial Arts offers the highest level of instruction in a variety of effective martial arts for today’s modern world. Students can study Muay Thai, Jiujitsu, Filipino Martial Arts, Bruce Lee’s Jeet Kune Do, Indonesian Silat, as well as other systems.
Eastern Academy of Mixed Martial Arts has been an incredible experience for my children. The owner, Wahsei, is patient, motivational, and truly embodies everything you would want in a real teacher.
New to muay thai? Start at Eastern Academy of Mixed Martial Arts
Eastern Academy of Mixed Martial Arts comes up as a beginner-friendly gym — noted on their own site. 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 Eastern Academy of Mixed Martial Arts
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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