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Kaizen MMA South Riding
5 ★★★★★ 57 Google reviews · Muay thai gym in South Riding, 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
- 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 4–13) — 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 +1 703-249-9914
Hours
| Monday | 12–9 pm |
| Tuesday | 12–9 pm |
| Wednesday | 12–9 pm |
| Thursday | 12–9 pm |
| Friday | 12–9 pm |
| Saturday | 9 am–2:30 pm |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“Their teaching style is adaptable, clear, and effective for all skill levels, which makes training both challenging and rewarding.”
“I started training at Kaizen 3 years ago, since then I’ve become an undefeated pro mma fighter while fighting for APFC, a top regional promotion on UFC Fight Pass.”
“Whether you want a good workout, learn real self defense skills, or want to become a fighter, Kaizen MMA is the place for you.”
Other martial arts here
“The coaches are top-notch in MMA, grappling, and striking.”
“Whether you want a good workout, learn real self defense skills, or want to become a fighter, Kaizen MMA is the place for you.”
What members say
“Amazing coaches and staff 💯 When I moved to the DMV area, I tried out all of the MMA gyms in Northern Virginia.”
“The coaching is solid, the environment is welcoming, and the culture they’ve built here makes you want to show up every single day.”
“The coaching is solid, the environment is welcoming, and the culture they’ve built here makes you want to show up every single day.”
“I started training at Kaizen 3 years ago, since then I’ve become an undefeated pro mma fighter while fighting for APFC, a top regional promotion on UFC Fight Pass.”
“It’s a clean, well-run gym with a great group of people who push each other to get better every session.”
“I recommend this location to anyone who wants to step up their discipline, their fitness, and their life to the next level.”
From the reviews
I’ve known Shafii for about five years now. Over that time, we’ve worked together, trained together, and built a genuine friendship, so I’ve had the chance to see firsthand the kind of coach and person he is.
Kaizen MMA as a whole is a great company and an incredible gym — whether you’re looking to compete at a high level, learn martial arts as a hobby, or just get in the best shape of your life. They have something for everyone and they do it the right way. This South Riding location carries that same energy and then some.
Kaizen MMA South Riding has been one of the best training environments I’ve ever been around. The atmosphere is welcoming, the training is high level, and everyone there genuinely wants to help each other improve.
Amazing gym with a great group of instructors. Everyone is welcoming, which makes it a really good environment to train in. The coaches are great and actually take the time to help people improve, no matter what level you’re at.
New to muay thai? Start at Kaizen MMA South Riding
Kaizen MMA South Riding 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 MMA South Riding
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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