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Mercs Jiu-jitsu MMA Fitness
5 ★★★★★ 27 Google reviews · Kickboxing gym in Colorado Springs, Colorado
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
- 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 mercsjiujitsu.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone +1 719-508-0956
Hours
| Monday | 4–8 pm |
| Tuesday | 12–2 pm, 4–8 pm |
| Wednesday | 4–8 pm |
| Thursday | 12–2 pm, 4–8 pm |
| Friday | 4–8 pm |
| Saturday | 10 am–12 pm |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“I would highly recommend taking classes and lessons here for both adults and kids!”
“Family friendly MMA gym that can and will get you in tournament shape if that's your goal.”
“I recommend this school to anyone at any age looking to get into Jiu-Jitsu, Muay Thai, Boxing or MMA.”
“I recommend this school to anyone at any age looking to get into Jiu-Jitsu, Muay Thai, Boxing or MMA.”
“We did several private lessons with coach too because Josiah was learning so much each time.”
“Professor Justin Mercado also runs strength and conditioning classes daily.”
Other martial arts here
“I recommend this school to anyone at any age looking to get into Jiu-Jitsu, Muay Thai, Boxing or MMA.”
“I recommend this school to anyone at any age looking to get into Jiu-Jitsu, Muay Thai, Boxing or MMA.”
“I recommend this school to anyone at any age looking to get into Jiu-Jitsu, Muay Thai, Boxing or MMA.”
“I recommend this school to anyone at any age looking to get into Jiu-Jitsu, Muay Thai, Boxing or MMA.”
What members say
“Knowledgeable Coaches and the environment to "WORK" and get better at your craft.”
“Professor Justin Mercado also runs strength and conditioning classes daily.”
“Family friendly MMA gym that can and will get you in tournament shape if that's your goal.”
“Great man with great values is a great leader and he is the man.”
“Family friendly MMA gym that can and will get you in tournament shape if that's your goal.”
From the reviews
I can’t share enough positive energy and good vibes with this group. This family. My son Josiah is 15. He’s been in the game since he was 5. He loves it. When a local spot he was attending closed on us with no notice, we were fortunate enough to end up here at this amazing facility. They welcomed Josiah with open arms.
My husband and I are visiting from out of town and decided to stop by here for a few training sessions! The owners Justin and Jodelyn Mercado are absolutely fantastic people and so sweet! When my husband came to train, Matt and his wife, Greta were teaching class and they were very sweet as well.
Simply amazing! More than a gym. I've been training with Justin for two years now privately and have been HUNGRY for him to open his own gym. And I couldn't be happier. He has built something amazing that reflects his enthusiastic, compassionate, and high standards personality.
Mercs Jiu Jitsu is an amazing place to train Jiu Jitsu, Kickboxing, Muai Thai, and MMA. Professor Justin Mercado also runs strength and conditioning classes daily.
New to kickboxing? Start at Mercs Jiu-jitsu MMA Fitness
Mercs Jiu-jitsu MMA Fitness 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 Mercs Jiu-jitsu MMA Fitness
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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