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Kaizen MMA Falls Church
4.9 ★★★★★ 160 Google reviews · Kickboxing gym in Falls Church, 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
- 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 kzmma.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone +1 703-734-5425
Hours
| Monday | 11 am–9 pm |
| Tuesday | 11 am–10 pm |
| Wednesday | 11 am–9 pm |
| Thursday | 11 am–10 pm |
| Friday | 11 am–6:30 pm |
| Saturday | 11 am–4:30 pm |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“The "dojo" is free of distractions, no screens present, and the kids exercise, learn self-confidence and discipline, and get to play games too!”
“From Coach Nima Mazhari, to the many high level and gracious fighters that train there, the environment and atmosphere is for all levels, whether you’re a beginner or advanced.”
“The world-class competitors and instructors are not only skilled but also genuinely invested in helping everyone improve.”
“Training is top-notch, whether it is MMA, Boxing, Wrestling, Jiu-Jitsu, Muay Thai, or Kickboxing.”
“Training is top-notch, whether it is MMA, Boxing, Wrestling, Jiu-Jitsu, Muay Thai, or Kickboxing.”
“I’ve been training at Kaizen MMA for 8 years since I was a teenager.”
Other martial arts here
“Training is top-notch, whether it is MMA, Boxing, Wrestling, Jiu-Jitsu, Muay Thai, or Kickboxing.”
“Training is top-notch, whether it is MMA, Boxing, Wrestling, Jiu-Jitsu, Muay Thai, or Kickboxing.”
“My husband is a professional athlete, and we were looking for a new gym — Kaizen MMA in Falls Church quickly became his second home.”
“Training is top-notch, whether it is MMA, Boxing, Wrestling, Jiu-Jitsu, Muay Thai, or Kickboxing.”
“Basically you can master all kinds of martial arts and self defense.”
What members say
“Sensei Nima, Liam Panero, Coach Gustavo, Jacob and Eduardo are absolute professionals and amazing instructors.”
“From Coach Nima Mazhari, to the many high level and gracious fighters that train there, the environment and atmosphere is for all levels, whether you’re a beginner or advanced.”
“I had never done MMA before, but everyone was incredibly welcoming, supportive, and motivating from the moment I walked in.”
“The "dojo" is free of distractions, no screens present, and the kids exercise, learn self-confidence and discipline, and get to play games too!”
“I had never done MMA before, but everyone was incredibly welcoming, supportive, and motivating from the moment I walked in.”
From the reviews
My husband is a professional athlete, and we were looking for a new gym — Kaizen MMA in Falls Church quickly became his second home. The atmosphere is welcoming, the people are amazing, and Coach Nima is like a father figure to all his athletes. Great training, great energy, and a truly supportive community.
I’ve been training at Kaizen MMA since 2018, and it has been an incredible experience from day one. The instructors are true professionals—high-level masters with deep knowledge, real-world experience, and an impressive list of championship honors earned by this dojo.
⭐⭐Kaizen MMA Falls Church is an incredible gym! From the moment I walked in, I was welcomed into a supportive and familial environment that made me feel right at home. The culture here is empowering—I felt embraced as part of the team on my very first day.
Great gym and a great place to be in, I'm a world class wrestler and a professional Mixed Martial Artist. There are very knowledgeable and experienced coaches at this gym and they all willingly push and help you in any direction. They work with kids from 3_4 years old to adults from beginners to pros. Amazing system.
New to kickboxing? Start at Kaizen MMA Falls Church
Kaizen MMA Falls Church comes up as a beginner-friendly gym, going by their listing and members’ reviews. 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 Kaizen MMA Falls Church
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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