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Militia Mixed Martial Arts & American Jiu-Jitsu
5 ★★★★★ 86 Google reviews · Muay thai gym in East Ridge, Tennessee
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 3–15) — built around discipline, focus, and confidence
- Women's classes dedicated women's muay thai classes — a welcoming space to train and start out in
- 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
- Fitness & conditioning muay thai fitness and cardio classes — a serious workout you can do without ever having to spar
- Sparring & clinch sparring and clinch sessions for members ready for controlled contact — always optional and coach-supervised
- Fight team a competition team for members who want to test themselves as amateur fighters
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule militiamixedmartialarts.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone +1 423-654-3012
Hours
| Monday | 8 am–8 pm |
| Tuesday | 8 am–8 pm |
| Wednesday | 8 am–8 pm |
| Thursday | 8 am–8 pm |
| Friday | 8 am–8 pm |
| Saturday | 10 am–12:30 pm |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“Coach Tom is a phenomenal instructor and knows how to really break down the techniques for all skill levels.”
“My daughter is a member of the kids classes with Coach Stephanie and this woman is a rockstar!”
“), I really appreciate that they offer a women’s only class where no guys are allowed in.”
“If you are looking to learn some self defense, get in shape, or just looking to improve yourself check them out!”
“I know there are a lot of experienced BJJ and fighters at the gym as well, but my experience as a new person has been so full of hospitality and encouragement.”
“If you are looking to learn some self defense, get in shape, or just looking to improve yourself check them out!”
Other martial arts here
“I highly recommend this gym for anyone interested in MMA, Kickboxing or BJJ for superb training from a Legit legend in the sport and a welcoming family environment.”
“Coach Tom does very well with showing structure and breaks everything down so it’s clear with Mauy Thai and boxing.”
“I know there are a lot of experienced BJJ and fighters at the gym as well, but my experience as a new person has been so full of hospitality and encouragement.”
“Tom and Stef have such a strong passion for this sport and for MMA, as a whole, that it becomes infectious and addicting.”
“There's a different type of class for everyone, from Jiu Jitsu to wrestling to boxing to Muy Thai.”
What members say
“I can not say enough great things about this gym, Tom and Steph are fantastic coaches. Great training and they will make you feel at home here.”
“Not only are the classes amazing but Tom is very welcoming and the gym is just an overall positive environment.”
“Everyone is so incredibly supportive of each other and if you look at the gym’s current stats, it’s obvious the coaches are good at what they do.”
“We knew when Tom came here this was where we wanted to train because his knowledge and teaching techniques are beyond compare.”
“This is a great way to increase your child's confidence and exhaust their energy.”
“I know there are a lot of experienced BJJ and fighters at the gym as well, but my experience as a new person has been so full of hospitality and encouragement.”
From the reviews
I can not say enough great things about this gym, Tom and Steph are fantastic coaches. Great training and they will make you feel at home here. Go check them out! You will not be disappointed!
When I moved to the area I was looking for a gym that would push me to my limits but be my safe haven. Militia is that, for me. Finding a strong female presence to train under in the sport of Jiu Jitsu is far and few between, and the ladies that train at Militia are some of the best people I've ever had the pleasure…
If your looking for a MMA and Ju Jitsu school, then this is your place. I've been here since the day it opened and I can easily say it has changed my life. Coach Tom, Stefanie and John are amazing people. Beyond their credentials, their personalities are well suited for coaching.
Amazing place to train, Tom and Stefani are awesome trainers and really break everything down in a way to easily understand and make you feel at home. Update, after nearly 2 yrs training here I can honestly say this place has me in the best shape of my life, and the training is hands down the best I've ever…
New to muay thai? Start at Militia Mixed Martial Arts & American Jiu-Jitsu
Militia Mixed Martial Arts & American Jiu-Jitsu 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 Militia Mixed Martial Arts & American Jiu-Jitsu
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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