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Kaizen Jiu-Jitsu Academy
4.5 ★★★★★ 45 Google reviews · Muay thai gym in Dover, Delaware
Authentic Thai — reviews and the gym's own info point to coaching rooted in Thailand's muay thai tradition. If lineage matters to you, ask where the coaches trained and about their kru.
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
- 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 kaizen-jiu-jitsu.com — book classes and see the live schedule
Hours
| Monday | 12–1 PM, 5–8 PM |
| Tuesday | 6–9 PM |
| Wednesday | 12–1 PM, 5–8 PM |
| Thursday | 12–1 PM, 6–9 PM |
| Friday | 6–7 PM |
| Saturday | 10 AM–11 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“Weather you are a new beginner or someone who has trained previously in any of the arts I would highly recommend anyone looking to get into martial arts to give Kaizen a try.”
“My son trained at Kaizen for a few years before joining a competition BJJ team in NJ.”
“No one there was overly aggressive and I really enjoyed every spar.”
“I love the support the coaches give to students, the extra time they take to work in our weak spots and the encouragement and prep to compete.”
“weather your just looking to stay active, learn self defense, or reach a competitive level they're definitely able to help you achieve your goals.”
“If you're looking for a place to learn real Jiu-Jitsu, get a great workout, and be part of an amazing community, I highly recommend training here.”
Other martial arts here
“Whether you’re looking to do Muay Thai, Jiu Jitsu or MMA, you will learn things about yourself and combat sports that you’d never thought you’d learn.”
“Whether you’re looking to do Muay Thai, Jiu Jitsu or MMA, you will learn things about yourself and combat sports that you’d never thought you’d learn.”
What members say
“The coaches are incredibly knowledgeable and do an amazing job breaking down techniques in a way that’s easy to understand, whether you’re brand new or more experienced.”
“Weather you are a new beginner or someone who has trained previously in any of the arts I would highly recommend anyone looking to get into martial arts to give Kaizen a try.”
“All of our training partners are very respectful and supportive of one another, and it's a great feeling to watch everyone learn and grow together.”
“The coaches are incredibly knowledgeable and do an amazing job breaking down techniques in a way that’s easy to understand, whether you’re brand new or more experienced.”
“I love the support the coaches give to students, the extra time they take to work in our weak spots and the encouragement and prep to compete.”
“The facility is always spotless — mats, bathrooms, and common areas are consistently clean and well cared for, which says a lot about the pride they take in the gym.”
From the reviews
Dropped in as a blue belt for jujitsu during New Years holidays. Though the class was small due to the holidays, the people there were super welcoming to me visiting. It feels like my 2nd home gym. No one there was overly aggressive and I really enjoyed every spar.
Ever since I started training here, I have absolutely fell in love with martial arts than before. The gym has a great community that helps you evolve and makes you feel welcomed! Coaches at Kaizen have years of experience and will take the necessary time to make sure students can grasp and apply techniques with ease.
As a drop-in student from out of town, I was thoroughly impressed by my experience at Kaizen Jiu Jitsu. Everyone was incredibly welcoming and made me feel right at home. The gym itself was spotless, which is a huge plus, and you can tell they take pride in keeping the training area clean and safe.
Training at Kaizen Jiu Jitsu has been an amazing experience! All of the coaches are super knowledgeable and excel at breaking down complex concepts in a way that makes it easy to understand and implement. They take the time to answer student questions and make the classes fun and engaging.
New to muay thai? Start at Kaizen Jiu-Jitsu Academy
Kaizen Jiu-Jitsu Academy 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 Kaizen Jiu-Jitsu 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. 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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