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Crazy 88 Mixed Martial Arts
4.7 ★★★★★ 374 Google reviews · Kickboxing gym in Elkridge, Maryland
Affiliated gym — reviews and the gym's own info suggest it belongs to a known kickboxing or boxing-fitness franchise or network (think 9Round, iLoveKickboxing, CKO, TITLE Boxing Club or Jabz). Franchise gyms run a consistent class format and are often a friendly, familiar place to start. If a specific brand matters to you, confirm it on the gym's own site.
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 fitness levels welcome, including total beginners — no experience needed, and you get in shape by training, not before
- Cardio kickboxing classes high-energy cardio kickboxing on the bags and pads — a fun, sweaty workout built for fitness and weight loss, at your own pace
- Kids & teen classes kids and teen kickboxing classes (ages 3–15) — built around confidence, focus, and fun
- Private lessons one-on-one coaching available — a focused way to start or to work around a busy schedule; ask about availability and rates
- Sparring sparring and partner work for members who want it — always optional, eased in gradually, with the coach controlling the contact
- Competition team a competition team for members who want to test themselves in the ring — amateur kickboxing, muay thai, or K-1
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule crazy88mma.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone (443) 283-1450
Hours
| Monday | 10 AM–1 PM, 4:30–9 PM |
| Tuesday | 11 AM–1 PM, 4:30–9 PM |
| Wednesday | 10 AM–1 PM, 4:30–9 PM |
| Thursday | 11 AM–1 PM, 4:30–9 PM |
| Friday | 4:30–7 PM |
| Saturday | 10 AM–5 PM |
| Sunday | 10 AM–12 PM |
The classes they run
“My son has been training at Crazy 88 for almost five years, and the experience has been exceptional.”
“The coaches are incredibly knowledgeable, supportive, and push you to be your best whether you’re a complete beginner or a seasoned fighter.”
“Coaches here are top notch, training to match, and the sparring is at a perfect level.”
“Coach Sebastian puts a lot of effort into coaching and he will help you get better no matter if your a beginner or if you compete.”
“Through both Jiu-Jitsu and Muay Thai, my son has built confidence, discipline, and resilience that carry over into every aspect of his life.”
“I do Muay Thai, BJJ, boxing, will start doing No-Gi BJJ this week, and hopefully wrestling soon too.”
“I started training here with my family, as a shy teenager.”
Other martial arts here
“Through both Jiu-Jitsu and Muay Thai, my son has built confidence, discipline, and resilience that carry over into every aspect of his life.”
“I do Muay Thai, BJJ, boxing, will start doing No-Gi BJJ this week, and hopefully wrestling soon too.”
“My name is Matt and I’ve been training at Crazy 88 MMA for two years now, and I can honestly say it’s one of the best decisions I’ve ever made.”
“Through both Jiu-Jitsu and Muay Thai, my son has built confidence, discipline, and resilience that carry over into every aspect of his life.”
What members say
“Julius Park and Keith Cebula are amazing coaches who actually care about you as a person, not just as a competitor.”
“If you're looking for a place with a welcoming atmosphere, top-notch striking training, and a clean, well-maintained facility, this is the gym to join.”
“The team wins many competitions and the coaches work their students and motivate them to be their best whether it's at competitions or just hitting pads.”
“The gym is always clean, the front desk team is friendly and helpful, and the coaches are the best in the area.”
“I love this gym be here for almost 3 years I love it I have gained so much confidence and lost so much weight the ppl are awesome coaches even better it’s a family”
“I love this gym be here for almost 3 years I love it I have gained so much confidence and lost so much weight the ppl are awesome coaches even better it’s a family”
From the reviews
I've been training at Crazy 88 for a year and a half, and it's been an amazing experience. The gym offers top-notch programs in Jiu-Jitsu, boxing, Muay Thai/kickboxing, and MMA. Chris and Sergio provide excellent Jiu-Jitsu instruction, focusing on technique and live rolling.
I've been training at this martial arts gym for over a year now, and it’s hands down the best gym I’ve ever been a part of. One of the standout features of this gym is the front receptionist, Erica. She’s always so friendly and helpful, making sure everything runs smoothly.
I’ve had a really great experience at this gym and would definitely recommend it. The environment is welcoming, motivating, and supportive, making it a comfortable place to train no matter your experience level.
My son has been training at Crazy 88 for almost five years, and the experience has been exceptional. The instructors are highly professional, knowledgeable, and genuinely invested in their students’ development.
New to kickboxing? Start at Crazy 88 Mixed Martial Arts
Crazy 88 Mixed Martial Arts 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 class is for. A few things worth knowing before your first week. First, you don't need to be fit or coordinated to start — you get in shape by training, not before it, and coaches scale every drill to you. Second, you won't be thrown into hard sparring — reputable gyms build the basics (stance, footwork, and punches and kicks on pads and bags) first, and any contact eases in gradually under a coach's control. Third, all fitness 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 kickboxing class at Crazy 88 Mixed Martial Arts
Nervous about walking into a kickboxing 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 — stance, footwork, and punches and kicks on pads or a heavy bag — not hard sparring. Go at your own pace and rest whenever you need to; no one will bat an eye. What to wear: comfortable athletic clothes you can move and sweat in, and supportive trainers. What to bring: water, and hand wraps and gloves if you have them — many gyms lend loaner gloves for a first class, so it's worth asking when you call. As you keep training you'll add your own gloves and wraps (and shin guards once you start sparring). Sparring is optional and eases in gradually, once your basics 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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