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United Elite Mixed Martial Arts and Fitness
4.4 ★★★★☆ 31 Google reviews · Muay thai gym in DeKalb, Illinois
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
- 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 uemmadc.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone (815) 508-3890
Hours
| Monday | 5–8 PM |
| Tuesday | 5–8 PM |
| Wednesday | 5–8 PM |
| Thursday | 5–8 PM |
| Friday | 5–8 PM |
| Saturday | 9 AM–12 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“He is a great role model for children and adults, and he works hard to make sure that his students are comfortable in his presence.”
“I started coming here roughly 2 months ago and am starting in women’s kickboxing.”
“He is a well rounded coach and former fighter himself, he is and has been able to prove his knowledge in martial arts no matter the question.”
“In my time I spent at UEMMA I learned very valuable self defense skills that I can carry into my daily life but most importantly I learned what patience, honor, and respect was.”
Other martial arts here
“I started coming here roughly 2 months ago and am starting in women’s kickboxing.”
“The gym is amazing and built for everything from Jiu Jitsu to boxing.”
“The gym is amazing and built for everything from Jiu Jitsu to boxing.”
“I had no prior experience in an MMA gym, but that was no problem at all.”
What members say
“Coach Villamar is one of the best people i’ve met, with that he is also a man who knows his craft and his people well.”
“My very first time being in the gym, every single person introduced themselves to me and made me feel incredibly welcomed.”
“Environment is very supportive, classes are great, this gym is practically perfect!”
“He is a well rounded coach and former fighter himself, he is and has been able to prove his knowledge in martial arts no matter the question.”
“He is a well rounded coach and former fighter himself, he is and has been able to prove his knowledge in martial arts no matter the question.”
From the reviews
I love this place! During a time of quarantine , the owner Erick offered free zoom classes that not only help my mental stability but also my waist line. Finishing up a 6 week regime this Friday and started seeing results week 1. United Elite is the real deal! Staff is friendly and super awesome!
This gym is hands down the best choice I have made in my life. I wish I had started sooner. The atmosphere is fantastic, everyone is welcoming and very friendly. The coach is experienced,humble and attentive. Five stars does not do this place any justice nor do the words I have to say about it.
Amazing place! My daughter just finished the youth MMA training camp. Coach Eric was amazing with the kids. He made everybody feel comfortable while still teaching fundamentals. My daughter loved it and did things she never thought she could.
I’d give it 10 stars if I could. I started coming here roughly 2 months ago and am starting in women’s kickboxing. The coaches are patient, informative and spend time with you. It’s improved my mental health and I really hope to keep improving on my skills. LGBTQ friendly.
New to muay thai? Start at United Elite Mixed Martial Arts and Fitness
United Elite Mixed Martial Arts and Fitness 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 United Elite Mixed Martial Arts and 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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