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Mercs Jiu-jitsu MMA Fitness
5 ★★★★★ 27 Google reviews · Muay thai gym in Colorado Springs, Colorado
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
- 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
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule mercsjiujitsu.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone +1 719-508-0956
Hours
| Monday | 4–8 pm |
| Tuesday | 12–2 pm, 4–8 pm |
| Wednesday | 4–8 pm |
| Thursday | 12–2 pm, 4–8 pm |
| Friday | 4–8 pm |
| Saturday | 10 am–12 pm |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“I would highly recommend taking classes and lessons here for both adults and kids!”
“We did several private lessons with coach too because Josiah was learning so much each time.”
“Great quality of training with Coach Justin and the rest of the fight team.”
Other martial arts here
“Mercs Jiu Jitsu is an amazing place to train Jiu Jitsu, Kickboxing, Muai Thai, and MMA.”
“I recommend this school to anyone at any age looking to get into Jiu-Jitsu, Muay Thai, Boxing or MMA.”
“I recommend this school to anyone at any age looking to get into Jiu-Jitsu, Muay Thai, Boxing or MMA.”
“I recommend this school to anyone at any age looking to get into Jiu-Jitsu, Muay Thai, Boxing or MMA.”
“Wrestling, Boxing, Muay Thai, MMA , whatever is floating your boat as a martial artists.”
What members say
“Knowledgeable Coaches and the environment to "WORK" and get better at your craft.”
“Family friendly MMA gym that can and will get you in tournament shape if that's your goal.”
“Professor Justin Mercado also runs strength and conditioning classes daily.”
“Great quality of training with Coach Justin and the rest of the fight team.”
“Authentic training in your discipline.”
“Great man with great values is a great leader and he is the man.”
From the reviews
I can’t share enough positive energy and good vibes with this group. This family. My son Josiah is 15. He’s been in the game since he was 5. He loves it. When a local spot he was attending closed on us with no notice, we were fortunate enough to end up here at this amazing facility. They welcomed Josiah with open arms.
My husband and I are visiting from out of town and decided to stop by here for a few training sessions! The owners Justin and Jodelyn Mercado are absolutely fantastic people and so sweet! When my husband came to train, Matt and his wife, Greta were teaching class and they were very sweet as well.
Amazing gym atmosphere and lots of friendly faces! The coaches are attentive, understanding, and will push you to be the best version of yourself without being too overbearing. A great kids corner so the little ones can play. Super clean and welcoming.
Simply amazing! More than a gym. I've been training with Justin for two years now privately and have been HUNGRY for him to open his own gym. And I couldn't be happier. He has built something amazing that reflects his enthusiastic, compassionate, and high standards personality.
New to muay thai? Start at Mercs Jiu-jitsu MMA Fitness
Mercs Jiu-jitsu MMA Fitness 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 Mercs Jiu-jitsu MMA Fitness
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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