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Dayton MMA | Team Renzo Gracie
4.9 ★★★★★ 94 Google reviews · Kickboxing gym in Beavercreek, Ohio
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
- Kids & teen classes kids and teen kickboxing classes — 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 daytonmma.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone (937) 431-1980
Hours
| Monday | 5:40–8:30 PM |
| Tuesday | 5:40–8:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 5:40–8:30 PM |
| Thursday | 5:40–8:30 PM |
| Friday | Closed |
| Saturday | 9:45 AM–1 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“I highly recommend Dayton MMA for both adults and kids class (I saw the end of a kids class when I arrived early) The instructor clearly explained the drills during the class.”
“My daughter has moved up to weekly class and uses open gym time to practice what she has learned with members of all ages.”
“The instruction is top notch with well structured easy to follow lessons and one on one guidance.”
Other martial arts here
“If you’re looking for a great team environment to grow and learn martial arts I can’t recommend Dayton MMA enough.”
“He’s a black belt accredited and affiliated with one of the world’s leading Jiu Jitsu practitioners, Master Renzo Gracie.”
“From self defense, to fitness, and even the competition setting.”
What members say
“The instructor is extremely knowledgeable and has done an incredible job creating a good, welcoming but also competitive environment.”
“I introduced myself to him after his junior class was complete; he recalled our email exchange, was immediately personable, and again I felt welcomed.”
“He is also great with kids and runs a very organized and disciplined program all around.”
“The studio itself was clean and organized, with plenty of cubbies for belongings, benches for spectators / guests, a changing area and restroom.”
“Whether it is the Bully Awareness class or Weekly BJJ I think prices are a good value and I appreciate that there is no contract.”
“Chris has the best and most positive and welcoming energy of any instructor I've trained with, and his instructions are very detailed and affective.”
From the reviews
I messaged Professor Chris before traveling to the Dayton area for a work conference that I was a novice GB BJJ white belt from the west coast wanting to keep learning while away from home. He welcomed me promptly through email, inviting me to attend any classes I would like while I was in the area.
Great place to train! The atmosphere is friendly and encouraging, and I always have a great time. The instruction is top notch with well structured easy to follow lessons and one on one guidance.
I had the opportunity to train at Dayton Mixed Martial Arts while I was in town for work. The gym is clean, and the people were welcoming and I had a great time.
The coaches are absolutely wonderful here. They are firm but fun and respectful. My son has always had issues with minding rules but loves structured classes. This gym has the perfect balance of that. They even get the parents involved.
New to kickboxing? Start at Dayton MMA | Team Renzo Gracie
Dayton MMA | Team Renzo Gracie 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 Dayton MMA | Team Renzo Gracie
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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