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Grindstone Athletics
5 ★★★★★ 65 Google reviews · Muay thai gym in Virginia Beach, Virginia
Gym featuring martial arts programs such as Muay Thai and Brazilian Jujitsu. Friendly staff and instructors to assist students.
Plan your first class
- Free trial or intro class most gyms welcome new members with a free trial or intro class — check their site or give them a call to book your first session
- 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 (ages 8–13) — built around discipline, focus, and confidence
- 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
- Fitness & conditioning muay thai fitness and cardio classes — a serious workout you can do without ever having to spar
- Fight team a competition team for members who want to test themselves as amateur fighters
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule grindstoneathleticsvb.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone (757) 335-4410
Hours
| Monday | 11:30 AM–8:30 PM |
| Tuesday | 11:30 AM–8:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 11:30 AM–8:30 PM |
| Thursday | 11:30 AM–8:30 PM |
| Friday | 11:30 AM–8:30 PM |
| Saturday | 10:30 AM–2 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“Great for all levels, they have students that are the newest beginners to current world champions.”
“This place is for anyone looking to get in shape, train for a big fight and everyone in between.”
“I’m a Professional MMA Fighter and have trained at the best gyms all around the world and I can tell you that Grindstone Athletics is an awesome place to train!”
“If you're looking to improve your no-gi jiu-jitsu for self defense, MMA or just for fun I couldn't recommend this gym more.”
Other martial arts here
“Professor Will is an amazing coach with a huge range of both sport and tactical experience which was exactly what I was looking for in a BJJ instructor.”
“I’m a Professional MMA Fighter and have trained at the best gyms all around the world and I can tell you that Grindstone Athletics is an awesome place to train!”
“Started with Grindstone in April of last year to continue building on previous wrestling knowledge and to learn the art of Jiu-Jitsu.”
What members say
“Awesome coaches!! Great training environment & knowledgeable coaches in Muay Thai (Coach Chase) NoGi Jiu Jitsu(Professor Wil) and strength training(Coach Tom).”
“Great for all levels, they have students that are the newest beginners to current world champions.”
“Above all, the people you train with are motivating, friendly, and very supportive of each other.”
“The Professor (head coach) is extremely knowledgeable and active in competition, putting the techniques he teaches to the test.”
“This gym also has a great Muay Thai program and an absolute beast that runs the strength and conditioning side.”
“I’m a Professional MMA Fighter and have trained at the best gyms all around the world and I can tell you that Grindstone Athletics is an awesome place to train!”
From the reviews
Wow! Highly impressed! From the time I walked in the door . Overall Great first time impression . The coaches are genuine & wonderful! Can’t wait to get my 18 year old daughter in to train!! ! I know she will not only be taught great technique , but also life skills. These are great leaders!
I have trained in muay thai and bjj for several years and in several different countries. I have always earned the respect of those coaches and athletes hosting my abroad. I credit this to the GSA family and the quality of instruction. I am proud to call GRINDSTONE ATHLETICS my home gym.
I've been training jiu-jitsu here for about 5 months. If you're looking to improve your no-gi jiu-jitsu for self defense, MMA or just for fun I couldn't recommend this gym more. The Professor (head coach) is extremely knowledgeable and active in competition, putting the techniques he teaches to the test.
The coaches are very knowledgeable and treat you with respect while pushing your limits. Everytime I show up everyone is really nice. Update: Years later the gym is redesigned with added equipment. The coaches have expanded their knowledge even further to best teach coach and mentor fighters and power lifters alike.
New to muay thai? Start at Grindstone Athletics
Grindstone Athletics 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 Grindstone Athletics
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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