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IB MMA Mixed Martial Arts
4.8 ★★★★★ 22 Google reviews · Muay thai gym in Imperial Beach, California
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
- 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 ·
- Website & schedule imperialbeachmma.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone +1 619-879-8512
Hours
| Monday | 4–10 pm |
| Tuesday | 5–6 am, 4–10 pm |
| Wednesday | 8–10 am, 4–10 pm |
| Thursday | 5–6 am, 4–10 pm |
| Friday | 4–10 pm |
| Saturday | 10 am–12 pm |
| Sunday | 10 am–12 pm |
The classes they run
“The atmosphere is positive and safe, and the gym prioritizes progress for students of all levels, from beginners to advanced fighters.”
“My son has been attending for a while now, and the experience has been nothing short of incredible.”
“I prefer this gym because there have been times at other gyms they may cancel a class last minute, but at Imperial Beach MMA they work with you 1 on 1 if your the only one there.”
“The atmosphere is positive and safe, and the gym prioritizes progress for students of all levels, from beginners to advanced fighters.”
Other martial arts here
“The gym offers top-notch instruction in multiple disciplines, including wrestling, judo, Muay Thai, and boxing, making it a well-rounded place for anyone looking to grow in MMA.”
“Whether it’s the explosive throws of judo, the strategic grappling in wrestling, or the striking techniques in Muay Thai and boxing, every class is structured and engaging.”
“I have been taking my nieces and nephews to this gym for a few months now and have notice their dedication to Mixed Martial Arts just explode.”
“The gym offers top-notch instruction in multiple disciplines, including wrestling, judo, Muay Thai, and boxing, making it a well-rounded place for anyone looking to grow in MMA.”
“The gym offers top-notch instruction in multiple disciplines, including wrestling, judo, Muay Thai, and boxing, making it a well-rounded place for anyone looking to grow in MMA.”
What members say
“My son has grown a lot both as an athlete and as an individual, thanks to the amazing coaching staff and this incredible community.”
“Everyone—coaches, staff, and other students—creates a welcoming and supportive environment where you’re encouraged to push yourself and grow.”
“My wife and and I are blown away by the friendly atmosphere, the reasonable class sizes, and the amount of personal attention my kids have received from the instructors.”
“The gym is very well formatted and they have great equipment for all ages they also have an octagon cage like in the UFC, a boxing ring, and a big space to train for fights.”
“I took my daughter for the first time, and she absolutely loved it!”
“The gym is very well formatted and they have great equipment for all ages they also have an octagon cage like in the UFC, a boxing ring, and a big space to train for fights.”
From the reviews
I have trained in many many different gyms but I can tell you from experience that this is the best one that I have been to. I also train here for boxing myself and the coaches push you to your limits and do their best to make you a beast. Pricing is also very reasonable and is very good compared to other gyms.
I took my daughter for the first time, and she absolutely loved it! Lexus was very patient with my daughter. I really appreciated that. Both Coaches Gerardo "Gingis" and Jerry are awesome. Super friendly staff with a family atmosphere. It shows they truly care about teaching their students...
My kids have put in only two practice sessions. My wife and and I are blown away by the friendly atmosphere, the reasonable class sizes, and the amount of personal attention my kids have received from the instructors. We are very happy.
BEST TRAINING FACILITY FOR MUAY THAI / KICKBOXING THIS MMA GYM IS ON 13TH ST AND IMPERIAL BEACH BLVD THEY HAVE A OCTAGON CAGE A BOXING RING AND A MAT AREA THEY ALSO OFFER SUBMISSION GRAPPLING, JUDO , JIU JITSU , SAMBO , CATCH WRESTLING I LOVE THIS PLACE ITS OPEN 7 DAYS A WEEK THE COACHES ARE TOP LEVEL THE TEAM MEMBERS…
New to muay thai? Start at IB MMA Mixed Martial Arts
IB MMA Mixed Martial Arts 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 IB MMA 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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