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Elite Striking Club
5 ★★★★★ 17 Google reviews · Kickboxing gym in North Bethesda, Maryland
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
- Private lessons one-on-one coaching available — a focused way to start or to work around a busy schedule; ask about availability and rates
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule elitestrikingclub.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone (301) 525-8707
Hours
| Monday | 6–7 AM, 5–8:30 PM |
| Tuesday | 5–7:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 6–7 AM, 5–8:30 PM |
| Thursday | 5–7:30 PM |
| Friday | 6–7 AM, 5–8:30 PM |
| Saturday | 9 AM–12:30 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“My son Larenzo has been training at Elite Striking Club for over a year, and I can honestly say this gym has been one of the most positive influences in his life.”
“He didn’t just teach Larenzo how to defend himself or spar with people bigger, smaller, faster, or stronger.”
“I mainly focused on BJJ before I met E, he turned me onto Muay Thai and he really took my workout to the next level.”
“When he first joined, he came from a cardio‑based boxing program and didn’t fully understand the discipline and commitment real training requires.”
“I did personal training with E since 2017, he is an amazing well-rounded instructor.”
Other martial arts here
“I mainly focused on BJJ before I met E, he turned me onto Muay Thai and he really took my workout to the next level.”
“When he first joined, he came from a cardio‑based boxing program and didn’t fully understand the discipline and commitment real training requires.”
“I mainly focused on BJJ before I met E, he turned me onto Muay Thai and he really took my workout to the next level.”
“I was looking for a gym that actually teaches boxing and kickboxing(Muay Thai) techniques for self defense.”
What members say
“Ive known Coach Eid for years. He's the best coach in the DMV area and his gym is a beautiful community!”
“They just wanted to try it out, and now they’re hooked!”
“The smaller setting also allows for a more intimate and supportive atmosphere, where members can build relationships and encourage each other to reach their goals.”
From the reviews
Great place to be at if your looking for some boxing training. Better than dontes boxing gym.
Elite Striking Club is a small gym with a dedicated coach who is very involved with each member. Despite being small, the gym provides exceptional training with individualized attention.
I highly recommend this boxing gym! My son has learned a lot in his time here and the trainer is excellent. The environment is always clean and well-maintained, making it a great place to get in shape and improve your skills. The trainer is knowledgeable and supportive, creating a positive and encouraging atmosphere.
Ive known Coach Eid for years. He's the best coach in the DMV area and his gym is a beautiful community!
New to kickboxing? Start at Elite Striking Club
Elite Striking Club 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 Elite Striking Club
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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