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District Martial Arts | MMA Gym
4.9 ★★★★★ 295 Google reviews · Kickboxing gym in Arlington, Virginia
Plan your first class
- 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
- 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 districtmartialarts.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone +1 703-988-3474
Hours
| Monday | 6:30 am–10 pm |
| Tuesday | 6:30 am–10 pm |
| Wednesday | 6:30 am–10 pm |
| Thursday | 6:30 am–10 pm |
| Friday | 6:30 am–9 pm |
| Saturday | 10 am–3 pm |
| Sunday | 10 am–3 pm |
The classes they run
“From the day my daughter walked through the door she felt welcomed.”
“Ain’t no other way to describe it: DMA is an awesome gym and training environment for anyone…older, younger, experienced or beginner.”
“I’ve never experienced anyone approaching sparring with bad intentions.”
“I do not have the ambition to compete at tournaments; yet, I strive to learn martial art techniques appropriate to my ability.”
“The coaching team here is outstanding—every instructor brings real experience in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ), Muay Thai, boxing, kickboxing, wrestling, and mixed martial arts.”
“The coaching team here is outstanding—every instructor brings real experience in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ), Muay Thai, boxing, kickboxing, wrestling, and mixed martial arts.”
Other martial arts here
“The coaching team here is outstanding—every instructor brings real experience in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ), Muay Thai, boxing, kickboxing, wrestling, and mixed martial arts.”
“The coaching team here is outstanding—every instructor brings real experience in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ), Muay Thai, boxing, kickboxing, wrestling, and mixed martial arts.”
“The coaching team here is outstanding—every instructor brings real experience in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ), Muay Thai, boxing, kickboxing, wrestling, and mixed martial arts.”
“The coaching team here is outstanding—every instructor brings real experience in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ), Muay Thai, boxing, kickboxing, wrestling, and mixed martial arts.”
“Professor Trey gave an awesome front headlock and scarf hold class that expertly blended traditional Gracie self defense with modern sport jiu jitsu.”
What members say
“Shout out to Coach Sam for being a solid instructor, it’s clear that he is very knowledgeable in his craft and was good at teaching us tips and tricks depending on our skill level.”
“Ain’t no other way to describe it: DMA is an awesome gym and training environment for anyone…older, younger, experienced or beginner.”
“We are really good in competition as well as as I have been to a few matches where our members have participated and have done extremely well.”
“As a gym owner and 30 year student of bjj, I was impressed with friendly atmosphere, clear instruction, and cleanliness of the facilities.”
“Everyone who works at DMA is very personable and they have not only helped me but also my family members who have come in to feel comfortable.”
From the reviews
Went there for a “bachelor party” for one of the regular gym members. The space was really clean, it had a welcoming atmosphere and overall, it was a very enjoyable experience! The staff was very accommodating for our large group and they made sure that everyone was having a good time.
I started training here a few months ago, and can’t recommend it enough. With Coach Trey’s morning classes, the Advanced Wrestling, and Advanced Drilling classes, my standup and leg locks have gotten appreciably better. Charles brings a positive energy that encourages kindness but also fierce competition.
District martial arts has changed my life for the better. It’s an amazing place to workout, learn techniques, and great life skills. The coaches, the members, the front desk, and the cleaners are great.
DMA offers multidisciplinary instructions in both striking and grappling arts, and all students have the freedom to choose their learning curriculum. Best of all, every student can do so at their own pace, ability, and intention.
New to kickboxing? Start at District Martial Arts | MMA Gym
District Martial Arts | MMA Gym 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 District Martial Arts | MMA Gym
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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