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Practical M M A
4.9 ★★★★★ 50 Google reviews · Kickboxing gym in Edgemere, Maryland
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 (ages 7–15) — 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 practicalmma.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone (443) 503-6465
Hours
| Monday | 4:30–9 PM |
| Tuesday | 4:30–9 PM |
| Wednesday | 4:30–9 PM |
| Thursday | 4:30–9 PM |
| Friday | 4:30–8 PM |
| Saturday | 9 AM–12 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“My son and I joined Practical MMA almost a year ago and it's one of the best decisions I've made in a long time.”
“As a woman, I feel more confident in my athletic ability and mental strength in the event of an attack.”
“They take the time to explain, coach, and guide beginners with patience and care.”
“Great for learning self defense or if you're planning on competing in mma tournaments.”
Other martial arts here
“My son and I joined Practical MMA almost a year ago and it's one of the best decisions I've made in a long time.”
“The instructors are extremely knowledgeable, and the students become engaged and enjoy learning the art of BJJ.”
“Great for learning self defense or if you're planning on competing in mma tournaments.”
What members say
“The instructors - Coach Chris, Sifu Tom, and Coach Kevin - are experienced and knowledgeable and work on aspects of your game that work for you.”
“Took my son for a week free trial. He absolutely loved it.”
“They have a lot of space, great equipment, and great instructors.”
“By far having a lot of fun with great people while rightfully earning gradings at a fair price point is what differentiates 'our academy' from everywhere else.”
“Even though I’ve moved farther away and haven’t visited in a while, I still wanted to take a moment to highlight all the great work they continue to do.”
“The price point for the exceptional value (family plans are available) and better training than other local BJJ / MMA 'Robo McDojo's' is exceptional.”
From the reviews
Really awesome school with great instructors. I have been training for close to a year and I absolutely love it here. This school is a great place for anyone regardless of experience. The instructors work with anyone and start their students off with a great foundation.
The atmosphere at Practical MMA is great. Everyone is friendly and welcoming and the instructors are amazing. I have been training here for about 4 years now under Chris's instruction. I would recommend this gym to anyone that asks!
Everything about this place is fantastic! It’s clean, community-focused, and run by amazing instructors. The facilities are top-notch, and the positive qualities just keep going.
UPDATE: My son is going to be 13 and is still at this dojo! He's loving his results and now has his cousins there with him! Best martial arts gym I've found! My 11 year old is loving it! Already gaining confidence and friends! Such a great workout to burn off energy and get in shape.
New to kickboxing? Start at Practical M M A
Practical M M A 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 Practical M M A
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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