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Mongrel Martial Arts
5 ★★★★★ 46 Google reviews · Kickboxing gym in Richmond, Virginia
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
- Beginner-friendly all fitness levels welcome, including total beginners — no experience needed, and you get in shape by training, not before
- Cardio kickboxing classes high-energy cardio kickboxing on the bags and pads — a fun, sweaty workout built for fitness and weight loss, at your own pace
- 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 mongrelmartialarts.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone +1 804-794-5080
Hours
| Monday | 6–10 am, 4–8:30 pm |
| Tuesday | 4–8:30 pm |
| Wednesday | 6–10 am, 12–1 pm, 4–8 pm |
| Thursday | 4–8 pm |
| Friday | 6–10 am, 1–2 pm, 4–7:30 pm |
| Saturday | 9 am–1 pm |
| Sunday | 9 am–12 pm |
The classes they run
“Very accommodating to adults and children also.”
“Whether you are brand new or have been training for years, this is a place where you can grow and enjoy the process.”
“Would highly recommend this school for both the hobbyist and the serious competitors.”
“If you're not into jui-jutsu they have Muay Thai judo and a couple things that I'm not remembering.”
“Two large mat areas with plenty of room to move, heavy bags set up, and a full strength and conditioning area in the back.”
Other martial arts here
“If you're not into jui-jutsu they have Muay Thai judo and a couple things that I'm not remembering.”
“If you are looking for a BJJ school in the midlothian area, you won’t find a more dedicated and supportive team.”
“The martial arts programs, both jiu jitsu and karate, are amazing!”
What members say
“Been at mongrel for a few months now- incredible owner- excellent coaching.”
“The staff is very professional and welcoming.”
“I get to fortunately travel for work and compete.”
“If you are looking for a BJJ school in the midlothian area, you won’t find a more dedicated and supportive team.”
From the reviews
Awesome place. Very friendly staff. professional. Covid safe.Very accommodating to adults and children also. If you're not into jui-jutsu they have Muay Thai judo and a couple things that I'm not remembering.
I was in Richmond visiting my sister and wanted to get some training in while I was up there. I usually train in Miami, so I reached out to Mongrel BJJ through their website just to see if I could drop in. Frank actually called me himself and we started texting from there. He made it easy and told me to come by.
I have been a member for several years now. Great instructors and great atmosphere. They always treat you like family. Give them a try if you are interested in learning martial arts.
Best jiu-jitsu in Richmond! The instructors actually care about you. You're part of the pack!
New to kickboxing? Start at Mongrel Martial Arts
Mongrel Martial Arts 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 Mongrel Martial Arts
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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