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Midgard Submission Grappling and Self-Defense
5 ★★★★★ 34 Google reviews · Kickboxing gym in North Las Vegas, Nevada
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
- 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 midgardbjj.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone (725) 304-5291
Hours
| Monday | 10 AM–12 PM, 4–8:30 PM |
| Tuesday | 10 AM–12 PM, 4–8:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 10 AM–12 PM, 4–8:30 PM |
| Thursday | 4–9 PM |
| Friday | 4–8:30 PM |
| Saturday | 10 AM–3 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“My grandsons (9, 13) started training with Joe four years ago, and we are thrilled he’s now opened his own gym!”
“They are welcome by to newcomers with no experience, but also constantly turn out top tier competitive fighters.”
“An excellent well rounded teacher that I've had the pleasure to compete along his side!”
Other martial arts here
“They also offer striking classes in Kickboxing and MMA that have been challenging and fun.”
“If you want to learn Jiu Jitsu and submission grappling without all the fluff, this is the place.”
“Midgard is great not only for learning grappling but also self defense.”
What members say
“Coach Joe is a great instructor and has taught high level grapplers and fighters for years.”
“From the moment they stepped onto the mat, Joe created a welcoming and supportive environment that allowed them to thrive.”
“My son is less shy, noticeably more confident, and has made genuine friendships with other students at Midgard.”
“The coaching and competition schedule is specific to each kid, and the support at competitions is amazing.”
“Also, the gym and mats are clean which is a big plus.”
“From the moment they stepped onto the mat, Joe created a welcoming and supportive environment that allowed them to thrive.”
From the reviews
A Life-Changing Discovery We found Midgard completely by chance—just a sign we noticed while shopping. I’m so grateful we walked through those doors. My son, who is on the spectrum, was terrified to even go inside that first day. Coach Joe met him outside, and his welcoming approach immediately put my son at ease.
The gym just recently opened, but the layout is very neat and practical. Coach Joe is a great instructor and has taught high level grapplers and fighters for years. Midgard is great not only for learning grappling but also self defense. Classes are not only useful but fun for all ages.
Midgard is a great gym with a great instructor. Joe’s style of teaching is very informative with the ability to break down complex concepts and techniques and simplify them for all ages and levels of experience. The gym has a welcoming atmosphere filled with respect and patience.
My grandsons (9, 13) started training with Joe four years ago, and we are thrilled he’s now opened his own gym! He is an outstanding teacher, really good with kids. Jiu Jitsu, wrestling, self defense and kickboxing. Super clean. By Walmart. Try it out, you won’t be sorry.
New to kickboxing? Start at Midgard Submission Grappling and Self-Defense
Midgard Submission Grappling and Self-Defense 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 Midgard Submission Grappling and Self-Defense
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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