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Kaizen MMA Falls Church
4.9 ★★★★★ 160 Google reviews · Muay thai gym in Falls Church, 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 kzmma.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone (703) 734-5425
Hours
| Monday | 11 AM–9 PM |
| Tuesday | 11 AM–10 PM |
| Wednesday | 11 AM–9 PM |
| Thursday | 11 AM–10 PM |
| Friday | 11 AM–6:30 PM |
| Saturday | 11 AM–4:30 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“From Coach Nima Mazhari, to the many high level and gracious fighters that train there, the environment and atmosphere is for all levels, whether you’re a beginner or advanced.”
“The "dojo" is free of distractions, no screens present, and the kids exercise, learn self-confidence and discipline, and get to play games too!”
“I’ve been training at Kaizen MMA for 8 years since I was a teenager.”
“From Coach Nima Mazhari, to the many high level and gracious fighters that train there, the environment and atmosphere is for all levels, whether you’re a beginner or advanced.”
“How to protect yourself and people you care about.”
Other martial arts here
“Training is top-notch, whether it is MMA, Boxing, Wrestling, Jiu-Jitsu, Muay Thai, or Kickboxing.”
“Training is top-notch, whether it is MMA, Boxing, Wrestling, Jiu-Jitsu, Muay Thai, or Kickboxing.”
“Training is top-notch, whether it is MMA, Boxing, Wrestling, Jiu-Jitsu, Muay Thai, or Kickboxing.”
“My husband is a professional athlete, and we were looking for a new gym — Kaizen MMA in Falls Church quickly became his second home.”
“Training is top-notch, whether it is MMA, Boxing, Wrestling, Jiu-Jitsu, Muay Thai, or Kickboxing.”
What members say
“Sensei Nima, Liam Panero, Coach Gustavo, Jacob and Eduardo are absolute professionals and amazing instructors.”
“From Coach Nima Mazhari, to the many high level and gracious fighters that train there, the environment and atmosphere is for all levels, whether you’re a beginner or advanced.”
“I had never done MMA before, but everyone was incredibly welcoming, supportive, and motivating from the moment I walked in.”
“From Coach Nima Mazhari, to the many high level and gracious fighters that train there, the environment and atmosphere is for all levels, whether you’re a beginner or advanced.”
“The "dojo" is free of distractions, no screens present, and the kids exercise, learn self-confidence and discipline, and get to play games too!”
From the reviews
My husband is a professional athlete, and we were looking for a new gym — Kaizen MMA in Falls Church quickly became his second home. The atmosphere is welcoming, the people are amazing, and Coach Nima is like a father figure to all his athletes. Great training, great energy, and a truly supportive community.
I’ve been training at Kaizen MMA since 2018, and it has been an incredible experience from day one. The instructors are true professionals—high-level masters with deep knowledge, real-world experience, and an impressive list of championship honors earned by this dojo.
⭐⭐Kaizen MMA Falls Church is an incredible gym! From the moment I walked in, I was welcomed into a supportive and familial environment that made me feel right at home. The culture here is empowering—I felt embraced as part of the team on my very first day.
Kaizen MMA isn’t just a gym, it’s a community. I came in with no experience, and over the last eight months I’ve been supported, challenged, and encouraged every step of the way. The coaches and teammates create an environment that makes you actually want to show up and train.
New to muay thai? Start at Kaizen MMA Falls Church
Kaizen MMA Falls Church 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 Kaizen MMA Falls Church
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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