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IronHide Academy
4.9 ★★★★★ 54 Google reviews · Muay thai gym in Leesburg, Virginia
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
- Kids & youth classes kids and youth muay thai classes — built around discipline, focus, and confidence
- Sparring & clinch sparring and clinch sessions for members ready for controlled contact — always optional and coach-supervised
- Fight team a competition team for members who want to test themselves as amateur fighters
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule ironhideacademy.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone +1 866-799-6006
Hours
| Monday | 5–9 pm |
| Tuesday | 5–9 pm |
| Wednesday | 5–9 pm |
| Thursday | 5–9 pm |
| Friday | 5–9 pm |
| Saturday | 11 am–3 pm |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“The school offers both an awesome children’s BJJ program and adult programs in striking, BJJ, Wrestling and MMA.”
“As a woman in a combat sports environment, I was pleasantly surprised by the welcoming atmosphere.”
“As a female BJJ practitioner you can get mixed reactions by this mostly male dominated sport, but everyone here was encouraging, welcoming and eager to spar with me.”
“Great coaches, tough fighters, and an all around fantastic experience that can turn even the weakest of nerds into the most savage of beasts.”
“His curriculum focuses on the fundamentals first; you learn the essentials of any combat sport before moving to the specifics of the armored variety (like sword, shield work.”
Other martial arts here
“Been coming here for over 3 years, primarily for the Armored Combat but also for kickboxing.”
“I have been training with Yamasaki Academy - Loudoun BJJ for several years and have consistently been impressed with the high level and quality of the instruction there.”
“) This is especially helpful if you are looking to additionally train MMA or jiu-jitsu, which are also offered here.”
“Prior to joining the academy he tried karate and taekwondo , but soon after starting he lost interest.”
“The school offers both an awesome children’s BJJ program and adult programs in striking, BJJ, Wrestling and MMA.”
What members say
“We had a nogi session and I learned a ton after only one class thanks to the knowledgeable instructors and great training partners (everyone).”
“As a woman in a combat sports environment, I was pleasantly surprised by the welcoming atmosphere.”
“The students are all very friendly and the environment feels more like an extended family than a training academy!”
“His curriculum focuses on the fundamentals first; you learn the essentials of any combat sport before moving to the specifics of the armored variety (like sword, shield work.”
“Both my son and daughter love coming here, and I’ve seen such a positive change in their focus, confidence, and discipline.”
“Great coaches, tough fighters, and an all around fantastic experience that can turn even the weakest of nerds into the most savage of beasts.”
From the reviews
I have been a member of Ironhide Academy for the past 5 years. I appreciate the coaching knowledge, the competitive and respectful training partners, and the environment of the gym. The kids classes are top notch as well with a great place to get your children involved in combat sports.
My athletic journey has been varied, encompassing powerlifting, obstacle course racing, running, and yoga, but it’s at Ironhide that I've discovered a new passion for learning jiu-jitsu. As a woman in a combat sports environment, I was pleasantly surprised by the welcoming atmosphere.
As a female I wanted a gym that actually teaches me fighting skills and offers sparring but does so in a safe manner with sensible pairing of sparring partners and coaches who are willing to call out aggressive behavior and jump in if/when they see it. Ironhide does all of that and more.
I tried a few BJJ gyms in the area before becoming a member at IronHide, and it was an easy decision for me. The instructors are passionate, knowledgeable, and committed to getting the best from their students. They have a phenomenal BJJ lineage, so I know I'm learning tried and true techniques.
Your first muay thai class at IronHide Academy
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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