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Eastern Academy of Mixed Martial Arts
4.9 ★★★★★ 202 Google reviews · Kickboxing gym in Virginia Beach, 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
- 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 — built around confidence, focus, and fun
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule easternacademy.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone +1 757-486-5200
Hours
| Monday | 5–8:30 pm |
| Tuesday | 5–9 pm |
| Wednesday | 5–8:30 pm |
| Thursday | 5–9 pm |
| Friday | 5–8:30 pm |
| Saturday | 9:30–11:30 am |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“I enrolled my son in Muay Thai classes at Eastern Academy of Mixed Martial Arts, and we've had a fantastic experience so far.”
“Stepping into a combat-focused class as a woman can be daunting, especially for survivors of domestic abuse.”
“Whether you’re a complete beginner or experienced fighter, they give you the attention and guidance you need to grow.”
“Students can study Muay Thai, Jiujitsu, Filipino Martial Arts, Bruce Lee’s Jeet Kune Do, Indonesian Silat, as well as other systems.”
Other martial arts here
“Students can study Muay Thai, Jiujitsu, Filipino Martial Arts, Bruce Lee’s Jeet Kune Do, Indonesian Silat, as well as other systems.”
“I have trained at several martial arts gyms over the years, and I can honestly say Eastern Academy of Mixed Martial Arts is one of the best I’ve ever been to.”
“Students can study Muay Thai, Jiujitsu, Filipino Martial Arts, Bruce Lee’s Jeet Kune Do, Indonesian Silat, as well as other systems.”
“We came over from a karate school where it often felt like belts were handed out just for showing up.”
“He takes the time to teach the kids the fundamentals of self defense and martial arts, making sure they learn the techniques properly rather than just rushing them along.”
What members say
“Wahsei ( the head instructor/ founder) is truly one of the best.”
“Whether you’re a complete beginner or experienced fighter, they give you the attention and guidance you need to grow.”
“As a martial arts practitioner of over 40 years, I cannot overstate the level of quality instruction you will receive in clean and safe environment.”
“Stepping into a combat-focused class as a woman can be daunting, especially for survivors of domestic abuse.”
“It has provided me with confidence in myself and also to know that I have a baseline understanding on how to defend myself if I were to need it.”
“Highly recommend Coach Wahsei and Eastern Academy for anyone looking to introduce their child to martial arts in a safe, supportive, and professionally run setting!”
From the reviews
I have been training jiu jitsu at Eastern academy for about a month and half and from my experience it has been great! Everyone is very kind and eager to help you learn. We are all there to grow and become better. We push eachother and hold eachother accountable to become better.
Eastern Academy has been for a long time, the place where I wanted to take my kids. For many years I have been aware that the arts and training provided at this school would actually be functional for defense.
Wahsei Miran and his school, Eastern Academy, was recommended to me by a former longtime instructor and friend of mine, Jearl Sutherland (who currently trains soon to be UFC Pro Fighter Tony Gravely). After 17 years of experience in martial arts, I’m very cautious on where I go to train, and who I allow to teach me.
Eastern Academy of Mixed Martial Arts offers the highest level of instruction in a variety of effective martial arts for today’s modern world. Students can study Muay Thai, Jiujitsu, Filipino Martial Arts, Bruce Lee’s Jeet Kune Do, Indonesian Silat, as well as other systems.
New to kickboxing? Start at Eastern Academy of Mixed Martial Arts
Eastern Academy of 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 Eastern Academy of 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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