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Team Mata MMA

4.8 ★★★★★ 33 Google reviews · Kickboxing gym in Bell, California

Beginners welcome Kids & teens

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
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  • Phone (323) 392-3643

Hours

Monday 5–9 PM
Tuesday 5–9 PM
Wednesday 5–9 PM
Thursday 5–9 PM
Friday 6–8 PM
Saturday 10 AM–12 PM
Sunday Closed

Hours shift for holidays and class-schedule changes — worth a quick check before a special trip.

The classes they run

Kickboxing classes on the schedule at Team Mata MMA, confirmed in members' own reviews and the gym's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

🧒 Kids Kickboxing 4 mentions

“He helped prepare my son for his first muay thai fight, helped my wife with her transition from boxing to muay thai, and training muay thai has been an absolute pleasure.”

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🌱 Beginners 2 mentions

“He's also great at setting a foundation for beginners as my wife's jiu jitsu are constantly improving.”

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🦵 Muay Thai 7 mentions

“Gym participates in Kids Brazilian JiuJitsu Competitions as well As Adult BJJ and Muay Thai Competitions.”

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🥊 Boxing

“He helped prepare my son for his first muay thai fight, helped my wife with her transition from boxing to muay thai, and training muay thai has been an absolute pleasure.”

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Other martial arts here

Kickboxing gyms are usually multi-discipline. Here's what else members mention training under the same roof at Team Mata MMA — mined from their reviews and the gym's own info.

🦵 Muay Thai 7 mentions

“Gym participates in Kids Brazilian JiuJitsu Competitions as well As Adult BJJ and Muay Thai Competitions.”

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🥊 Boxing

“He helped prepare my son for his first muay thai fight, helped my wife with her transition from boxing to muay thai, and training muay thai has been an absolute pleasure.”

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🥋 Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu 10 mentions

“Team Mata Jiu Jitsu is a gem in the martial arts community, offering a fantastic family vibe and an extremely welcoming environment.”

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Disciplines are mined from reviews and the gym's own info — they show what members have trained, not a formal class guarantee. If you specifically want muay thai, boxing, or MMA alongside your kickboxing, confirm the current schedule with the gym.

What members say

The things reviewers bring up again and again across 33 Google reviews — in their own words.

🧑‍🏫 expert, motivating coaching 5 mentions

“This school is a gem for anyone looking to refine their martial arts skills with amazing coaches.”

🌱 welcoming to beginners 4 mentions

“Team Mata Jiu Jitsu is a gem in the martial arts community, offering a fantastic family vibe and an extremely welcoming environment.”

🏆 active competition / fight team 2 mentions

“Gym participates in Kids Brazilian JiuJitsu Competitions as well As Adult BJJ and Muay Thai Competitions.”

🤝 friendly, family gym 8 mentions

“Team Mata Jiu Jitsu is a gem in the martial arts community, offering a fantastic family vibe and an extremely welcoming environment.”

From the reviews

Awesome experience at Team Mata Jiu-Jitsu. Coach Armando's attention to even the smallest details has greatly enhanced my ground game. He's also great at setting a foundation for beginners as my wife's jiu jitsu are constantly improving. His dedication to helping students grow is truly commendable.

★★★★★ — Carlos, Aug 2023

Awesome place! Coach Rocky is great with kids and adults. He’s very knowledgeable in jiu jitsu and Muay Thai. I truly recommend this place TEAM MATA

★★★★★ — Grace, Feb 2018

Team Mata Jiu Jitsu is a gem in the martial arts community, offering a fantastic family vibe and an extremely welcoming environment. The world-class instruction provided by knowledgeable and passionate coaches ensures that every member, regardless of skill level, receives the attention and guidance they need to excel.

★★★★★ — Noah, Jun 2024

Very Great Gym. Amazing Teachers, Cool people to train with, & a respectable and growing environment for martial artists. Gym participates in Kids Brazilian JiuJitsu Competitions as well As Adult BJJ and Muay Thai Competitions. Come down and check it out!

★★★★★ — Tarre, Sep 2022

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New to kickboxing? Start at Team Mata MMA

Team Mata MMA 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.

Call about beginner classes: (323) 392-3643

Your first kickboxing class at Team Mata MMA

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.

Kickboxing is a contact sport. Warm up, pace yourself, listen to your coaches, and if you have any injuries or health concerns, mention them before class and check with a doctor if you're unsure.

Where to find Team Mata MMA

5140 E Florence Ave, Bell, CA90201

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