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Modern Day Gladiator MMA
4.9 ★★★★★ 49 Google reviews · Muay thai gym in Orlando, Florida
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 — 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
- Fitness & conditioning muay thai fitness and cardio classes — a serious workout you can do without ever having to spar
- Fight team a competition team for members who want to test themselves as amateur fighters
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule moderndaygladiatormma.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone (407) 571-9100
Hours
| Monday | 11 AM–1 PM, 4:30–8 PM |
| Tuesday | 11 AM–1 PM, 4:30–9 PM |
| Wednesday | 11 AM–1 PM, 4:30–8 PM |
| Thursday | 11 AM–1 PM, 4:30–9 PM |
| Friday | 11 AM–1 PM, 4:30–8 PM |
| Saturday | 11 AM–1 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“Wether beginners or experienced fighters, the atmosphere here is great, which is set up by Head Coach Will.”
“) and always seeking to learn new strategies based on real world MMA experience is why my kids will continue to train at MDG.”
“You get great work weather you're going in to train for a fight, or train to get in shape.”
“When I first signed up I didn't even plan to ever spar and later on I ended up going to Muay Thai and Jiu Jitsu competitions.”
“Coach Will is a cheat code for professional fighters and students that are pursuing a professional fighting career.”
“One of the standout features about Modern Day Gladiator MMA is the strong focus on fundamentals.”
“The curriculum is highly practical, focusing on effective self-defense and mixed martial arts.”
Other martial arts here
“Tsunami and Athena have been training in kickboxing and BJJ under the guidance of Coach Will for nearly 5 years.”
“I wasn’t just thrown into the deep end either; they made sure I understood the techniques, whether it was striking or grappling.”
“Great environment, Coach Will is very experienced and everyone is really helpful there, highly recommend if you are interested in Mixed martial arts.”
What members say
“I've been training MMA for about 4 years and the head coach William Sizemore is absolutely one of the best coaches I've ever had in Florida.”
“The instruction here is top notch and the environment is super welcoming for newbies and trained athletes alike!”
“The instruction here is top notch and the environment is super welcoming for newbies and trained athletes alike!”
“The main instructor is very knowledgeable and explains the mechanics of techniques to a point that you will start looking like a veteran yourself in a matter of months.”
“Will is so incredibly knowledgeable and shared not only the movements, but the thought processes behind them, evolving your understanding of fighting Muay Thai even further.”
From the reviews
Absolutely love training at this gym! When I first signed up I didn't even plan to ever spar and later on I ended up going to Muay Thai and Jiu Jitsu competitions. It takes a special person to recognize and make you realize you are good at something.
I was bored of the gym and wanted to get outside my comfort zone. I threw myself into something that I thought was the exact opposite of me and ended up falling in love with it! Coach Will is knowledgeable and supports you where you are in your journey while pushing you to get better.
Outstanding MMA Training at Modern Day Gladiator MMA ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ This gym offers more than just an opportunity to sweat, but a place where learning and growing in the world of Mixed Martial Arts becomes a lifestyle. One of the standout features about Modern Day Gladiator MMA is the strong focus on fundamentals.
If you're looking for a great MMA gym, look no further. I've trained at many different gyms, even top gyms like Jackson Wink in Albuquerque NM, and the techniques you learn here, especially the Muay Thai/MMA striking is on par with the best. Coach Will knows his stuff.
New to muay thai? Start at Modern Day Gladiator MMA
Modern Day Gladiator MMA 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 Modern Day Gladiator MMA
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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