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IronHide Academy
4.9 ★★★★★ 54 Google reviews · Kickboxing gym in Leesburg, Virginia
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
- 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 ironhideacademy.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone (866) 799-6006
Hours
| Monday | 5–9 PM |
| Tuesday | 5–9 PM |
| Wednesday | 5–9 PM |
| Thursday | 5–9 PM |
| Friday | 5–9 PM |
| Saturday | 11 AM–3 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“The school offers both an awesome children’s BJJ program and adult programs in striking, BJJ, Wrestling and MMA.”
“As a woman in a combat sports environment, I was pleasantly surprised by the welcoming atmosphere.”
“As a female BJJ practitioner you can get mixed reactions by this mostly male dominated sport, but everyone here was encouraging, welcoming and eager to spar with me.”
“I’ve done both the Muay Thai and grappling classes there for a while and never have I felt like I hadn’t worked hard.”
Other martial arts here
“I’ve done both the Muay Thai and grappling classes there for a while and never have I felt like I hadn’t worked hard.”
“) This is especially helpful if you are looking to additionally train MMA or jiu-jitsu, which are also offered here.”
“I have been training with Yamasaki Academy - Loudoun BJJ for several years and have consistently been impressed with the high level and quality of the instruction there.”
“Prior to joining the academy he tried karate and taekwondo , but soon after starting he lost interest.”
What members say
“We had a nogi session and I learned a ton after only one class thanks to the knowledgeable instructors and great training partners (everyone).”
“As a woman in a combat sports environment, I was pleasantly surprised by the welcoming atmosphere.”
“Both my son and daughter love coming here, and I’ve seen such a positive change in their focus, confidence, and discipline.”
“As a female BJJ practitioner you can get mixed reactions by this mostly male dominated sport, but everyone here was encouraging, welcoming and eager to spar with me.”
“I would highly recommend IronHide Academy to parents who wish to have their children learn full contact martial arts and gain confidence.”
“The students are all very friendly and the environment feels more like an extended family than a training academy!”
From the reviews
I have been a member of Ironhide Academy for the past 5 years. I appreciate the coaching knowledge, the competitive and respectful training partners, and the environment of the gym. The kids classes are top notch as well with a great place to get your children involved in combat sports.
As a female I wanted a gym that actually teaches me fighting skills and offers sparring but does so in a safe manner with sensible pairing of sparring partners and coaches who are willing to call out aggressive behavior and jump in if/when they see it. Ironhide does all of that and more.
I tried a few BJJ gyms in the area before becoming a member at IronHide, and it was an easy decision for me. The instructors are passionate, knowledgeable, and committed to getting the best from their students. They have a phenomenal BJJ lineage, so I know I'm learning tried and true techniques.
I have been training at IronHide Academy for over five years. Specifically, I have been taking the armored combat classes with Josh. It would be difficult to find a more dedicated, consistent, and genuine trainer in the armored combat world than Josh.
Your first kickboxing class at IronHide 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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