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Zichelle MMA BJJ & Fitness
5 ★★★★★ 56 Google reviews · Kickboxing gym in Fitchburg, Massachusetts
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
- Kids & teen classes kids and teen kickboxing classes — built around confidence, focus, and fun
- Women's classes dedicated women's kickboxing classes — a welcoming space to start out and train
- 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 zichellemmaandfitness.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone +1 978-804-0143
Hours
| Monday | 4–9 pm |
| Tuesday | 4–6:30 pm |
| Wednesday | 8–10 am, 4–9 pm |
| Thursday | 11 am–12:30 pm, 4–6:30 pm |
| Friday | 8–10 am, 4 pm–12 am |
| Saturday | 12–8 am, 9 am–1 pm |
| Sunday | 10 am–12:30 pm |
The classes they run
“I can honestly say every single person at the gym has shown me patience and kindness as I learn the sport, while also juggling ptsd and 2 kids as a single mom.”
“My oldest son also trains here and most recently my wife started to train here in the women's only class.”
“I was super nervous my first time ever going to the gym, Mikey, and the entire team consistently treat you like you’ve been a friend forever.”
“Whether you want to lose weight, learn self defense, compete, or just meet great people, this is the place.”
“I train with the adults and my children have recently started training kick boxing and jiu jitsu there as well through the kids program.”
“Now my son is in high school and is able to defend himself.”
Other martial arts here
“I train with the adults and my children have recently started training kick boxing and jiu jitsu there as well through the kids program.”
“Zichelle MMA BJJ is very unique, yes the vibe is great and the people are friendly, truly top notch people.”
“You will see how much Mikey cares about the people that come into his gym and how much he loves jiujitsu and teaching it to others.”
“Whether you want to lose weight, learn self defense, compete, or just meet great people, this is the place.”
What members say
“Mike Zichelle is not only a great coach, but an overall great person!”
“I still remember my first day at Zichelle fitness, I was so nervous having never done any kind of martial arts before.”
“Mikey and the other coaches not only deliver exceptional instruction, but my children have learned discipline, respect and community in an atmosphere where they feel safe.”
“Whether you want to lose weight, learn self defense, compete, or just meet great people, this is the place.”
“I can honestly say every single person at the gym has shown me patience and kindness as I learn the sport, while also juggling ptsd and 2 kids as a single mom.”
“My son has been a part of the kids program, twice a week, for a year and a half and has learned so much and gained so much confidence and discipline.”
From the reviews
I still remember my first day at Zichelle fitness, I was so nervous having never done any kind of martial arts before. I walked in and was greeted by Maximus the cutest puppy I have ever seen, and it was an extremely friendly environment where I didn’t feel out of place for my lack of experience.
I cannot recommend training here enough. Not only is martial arts fun and a great exercise but this gym is such a safe caring real place. I went to Mikey looking for some self defense tips and he welcomed me into the gym explained to me that jiu jitsu has more benefits but would gladly show me some techniques for…
This gym is amazing! Mike Zichelle is not only a great coach, but an overall great person! He truly cares about each and every person who is in the gym training. He is very calm and gentle with the kids, constantly reassuring them and building their self confidence.
The people here make this gym feel like a home. Everyone is very welcoming and eager to help one another progress with every class. It’s a great environment for brand new martial artists or those like me who joined with years of experience.
New to kickboxing? Start at Zichelle MMA BJJ & Fitness
Zichelle MMA BJJ & Fitness 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 Zichelle MMA BJJ & Fitness
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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