MMA classes

The complete game in one class: striking, takedowns and ground fighting, taught from your very first day.

Mechanicsville, VAMon–Thu, 7:30–8:30 pmTeens 13+ and adults

What you'll learn

Striking basics

Stance, footwork, punches and kicks, and how to keep your guard up.

Takedowns and defense

How to take the fight down, and how to stay on your feet when someone tries it on you.

Ground control and escapes

Holding top position, getting out from bottom, and staying calm under pressure.

Putting it together

Moving between standing and the ground the way a real fight does.

Who it's for

Beginners, hobbyists and anyone who wants well-rounded skills. If you're not sure where to start, start here.

Coached by Chris Simpson, an amateur MMA champion and Brazilian jiu-jitsu purple belt with more than 21 years of MMA training.

What a class looks like

  1. Warm-up

    Movement and conditioning to get loose and ready.

  2. Technique

    Chris demonstrates the skill of the day and breaks it down.

  3. Partner drilling

    You practice with a partner at a pace that fits your level.

  4. Live work or conditioning

    Controlled sparring for those who are ready, or a finisher for those who aren't yet.

Training at Aesir MMA

Try it free

Your first class is on us. No experience needed.

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