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Mastering MMA a MMA Institute affiliate

4.8 ★★★★★ 42 Google reviews · Muay thai gym in Harrisonburg, Virginia

Muay Thai gym Free trial Private lessons Fight team

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
  • 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
  • Website & schedule mastering-mma.com — book classes and see the live schedule
  • Phone (540) 534-2419

The classes they run

Muay thai classes on the schedule at Mastering MMA a MMA Institute affiliate, confirmed in members' own reviews and the gym's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

👤 Private Lessons

“I was also able to get private lessons at his new home gym location.”

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🏆 Fight Team 4 mentions

“Lee is a talented former fighter who understands the sport and is willing to work with all ages.”

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🛡️ Self-Defense

“I watch this Man's YouTube Channel frequently, he has a precise way of teaching the concepts of Self Defence through Mixed Martial Arts.”

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Other martial arts here

Muay thai gyms are usually multi-discipline. Here's what else members mention training under the same roof at Mastering MMA a MMA Institute affiliate — mined from their reviews and the gym's own info.

🥋 Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ)

“I mainly focus on jiu jitsu and he helps break it down in a way that I can understand.”

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🏟️ MMA 9 mentions

“He is one of the the first teachers I've ever had in any sport and he truly cares about your progression and it's an honor to able to learn MMA from him.”

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Disciplines are mined from reviews and the gym's own info — they show what members have trained, not a formal class guarantee. If you specifically want BJJ, boxing, or MMA alongside muay thai, confirm the current schedule with the gym.

What members say

The things reviewers bring up again and again across 42 Google reviews — in their own words.

🧑‍🏫 expert, authentic coaching 10 mentions

“Lee is a great instructor and shows each technique from different angles, which helps.”

🤝 no-ego, friendly gym 4 mentions

“David was very welcoming and allowed us o work on any areas that I might be struggling on.”

📘 real technique & fundamentals 3 mentions

“Lee is a talented former fighter who understands the sport and is willing to work with all ages.”

🥊 legit sparring & fight team 5 mentions

“Lee is a talented former fighter who understands the sport and is willing to work with all ages.”

From the reviews

I have had the privilege of training under Lee for almost 4 years now. Great mixed martial artist, and a great coach that cares about all his students. He helped turn me into a far better fighter than I ever thought possible.

★★★★★ — James, Jul 2020

i have had the privilege of training with coach lee for 2 years and he is one of the best coaches i have ever had and will ever have he has helped coach me to victory in multiple MMA fights and is a great hands on personable teacher anyone who trains with him virtually or in person would be crazy to give him anything…

★★★★★ — Noah, Jul 2020

Lee is a very knowledgeable coach for all ages! He is proficient in all things MMA related. He takes the time to really teach and drill down on necessary techniques. Highly recommend!

★★★★★ — Rachel, Jul 2020

Subscribe to Mastering MMA on YouTube & join the Facebook group!! Lee is one of the best coaches in the world. Great videos guaranteed to help better you as a person & martial artist.

★★★★★ — Jake, Jul 2020

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Your first muay thai class at Mastering MMA a MMA Institute affiliate

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.

Muay thai is a contact sport. Ease in, listen to your coaches, and if you have any injuries or health concerns, mention them before class and check with a doctor if you're unsure.

Where to find Mastering MMA a MMA Institute affiliate

182 Neff Ave Ste W-1, Harrisonburg, VA22801

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