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Mixed Martial Arts BRAVO ZULU
4.9 ★★★★★ 80 Google reviews · Kickboxing gym in Oakland, California
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 mmabravozulu.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone +1 510-301-9615
Hours
| Monday | 5–8:45 pm |
| Tuesday | 5–8:30 pm |
| Wednesday | 5–8:45 pm |
| Thursday | 5–8:45 pm |
| Friday | 6:30–8:45 pm |
| Saturday | 12–2 pm |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“The college kids I brought in went from knowing nothing about martial arts to knowing useful skills and feeling more confident.”
“My confidence level as a woman was sky high while i was part of Bravo Zulu .”
“Whether you’re a beginner or experienced, this gym provides the perfect atmosphere to grow and challenge yourself.”
“Coach is great and the community is helpful to grow in your martial arts journey whether you want to compete or are just starting to learn or just want some good and fun exercise.”
“Whether it is for regular group classes or private sessions with Coach, this is a perfect place for any one of any skill level to embark/continue their martial art journey.”
Other martial arts here
“I truly never thought I’d be an mma mom, but the mental, physical, and emotional maturity I’ve seen develop in my three very different children has been really incredible.”
“Nick is an excellent coach who is very encouraging and explains Jiu Jitsu techniques in a way that is understandable.”
“Nick allowed my student organization to host a private group self defense class at MMA Bravo Zulu recently and I couldn’t be more happy with how it went.”
What members say
“Coach is great and the community is helpful to grow in your martial arts journey whether you want to compete or are just starting to learn or just want some good and fun exercise.”
“He has a team of elite students and teachers who are friendly, welcoming and will gently kick your ass; you’ll be better from it.”
“I’ve lost weight and symptoms of depression and replaced it with more confidence and a productive mentality.”
“Coach is great and the community is helpful to grow in your martial arts journey whether you want to compete or are just starting to learn or just want some good and fun exercise.”
“I appreciate that coach Nick teaches life skills too, like confidence, hygiene, and even how to clean the mats.”
“I truly never thought I’d be an mma mom, but the mental, physical, and emotional maturity I’ve seen develop in my three very different children has been really incredible.”
From the reviews
Coach Nick is an amazing coach my boys trained with him for almost 3 years and my daughter for almost 2 years and let me tell you the changes in my children will blow your mind my boys beat their depression and anxiety and my daughter has all the confidence in the world they achieved their 1st and 2nd place metals at…
I have been training here for 5-6 months now. I’ve never done any martial arts before and barely knew anything about MMA before starting here. It’s been a big learning curve but Coach Nick and other members of the gym are really helpful and patient with teaching the techniques.
It’s been 4 months since I joined MMA Bravo Zulu and this is my first time practicing martial arts. I would say this has been one of the greatest experiences and things I learned.
My daughter started coming to MMA Bravo Zulu since May of 2022. She has prior training at a different gym but joined MMA since that gym closed down. She started off with a two striped white belt and got promoted to full grey belt in 7 months.
New to kickboxing? Start at Mixed Martial Arts BRAVO ZULU
Mixed Martial Arts BRAVO ZULU 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 Mixed Martial Arts BRAVO ZULU
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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