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Evolve Academy
4.9 ★★★★★ 97 Google reviews · Kickboxing gym in Gaithersburg, Maryland
Plan your first class
- 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 4–12) — built around confidence, focus, and fun
- 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 evolveacademy.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone (301) 908-3700
Hours
| Monday | 3–9 PM |
| Tuesday | 9 AM–9 PM |
| Wednesday | 3–9 PM |
| Thursday | 9 AM–9 PM |
| Friday | 9 AM–5 PM |
| Saturday | 8 AM–12 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“Most importantly, a family-oriented center that gently instills discipline in kids and provides good role models to aspire to.”
“Best family oriented and safe place to train if you are looking to learn Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, Muay Thai, self defense or to get in shape.”
“As a teenager I felt that I learned the lessons needed to properly defend myself while also boosting my self confidence.”
“The self-defense curriculum combines great workouts with valuable self-defense skills.”
Other martial arts here
“Best family oriented and safe place to train if you are looking to learn Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, Muay Thai, self defense or to get in shape.”
“If your trying to decide about an MMA gym this ones for you.”
“Best family oriented and safe place to train if you are looking to learn Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, Muay Thai, self defense or to get in shape.”
“Best family oriented and safe place to train if you are looking to learn Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, Muay Thai, self defense or to get in shape.”
What members say
“Evolve has the best instructors, to include the best head instructor (Master Mike)!”
“Master Mike Moses has created a positive and inclusive environment where beginners and seasoned fighters learn something new every class.”
“For myself, this has been my first formal experience with martial arts, and I am hooked.”
“The self-defense curriculum combines great workouts with valuable self-defense skills.”
“My kids definitely love this place and love coming I highly recommend it to anyone looking to train, learn, and grow.”
“The facility is clean, well-maintained, and has a great training environment.”
From the reviews
My eight year old son and I have been coming to Evolve for over three years now and feel like part of a family. For my son, the children's classes teach not only practical self-defense tactics, but also discipline and respect. He not only loves classes, but has hosted his last three birthday parties at Evolve.
They have great instructors that are pretty patient with kids. My kids takes their self defense (anti-bully) classes. They also have adults Brazilian jiu-jitsu. The environment is clean and well maintained.
After going to Evolve Academy for 5 years and participated in all the programs they have to offer, I can proudly say that Evolve is one of the best institution to learn martial arts. The atmosphere is very welcoming and you'll have no problem making new friends and training partners.
Evolve Academy is my home away from home. Master Mike has an amazing philosophy when it comes to martial arts and building our future leaders which transcends into how the school is run, iterations with the students and the training received.
Your first kickboxing class at Evolve Academy
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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