FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Yes! The LAB is happy to offer introductory classes suitable for the absolute beginner in each of our disciplines, as well as our strength & conditioning programs. We are the ideal gym in Phoenix to help you begin your martial arts journey.

The LAB has a crew of world-class instructors providing lessons in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu (BJJ), no-gi grappling, wrestling, MMA, boxing, kickboxing, Muay Thai kickboxing, and strength & conditioning. We are confident no other MMA gym in Phoenix can match the strength of our selection or the expertise of our instructors!

Yes! Quality youth martial arts classes in Phoenix is something we proudly offer. Each day we offer courses in either kickboxing, BJJ, or wrestling for your child to take part in. Our youth instructors are animated, passionate individuals who will engage your child and help them grow into a life-long martial artist. Our instructors work to instill values of courtesy, integrity, respect, self-discipline and confidence in each one of our students. We strive to have a perfect balance of fun and discipline in each one of our children’s classes.

No! The LAB welcomes students of all fitness levels looking to train martial arts in Phoenix. We encourage everyone to go at their own pace and instructors are glad to help in any way possible even it means giving options for exercises or techniques in class.

Of course! We are happy to welcome older students to our gym in Phoenix. We pride ourselves on our safe, welcoming atmosphere and we believe you are never too old to begin (or continue) your journey in martial arts.

* Please note we have gear you can borrow for your first classes if you do not have any.

You will need different gear depending on the classes you choose, but standard comfortable athletic wear is recommended for all.

For Kickboxing:

Hand wraps
Boxing gloves* (rentals available)
Shin guards (Intermediate/Advanced/Sparring only)
Mouth guard (Sparring only)
Athletic Cup/Support (Sparring only)
*16oz gloves required for sparring

For Wrestling/No-Gi Jiu-Jitsu:

Mouth guard (recommended)
Wrestling shoes (wrestling only, optional)

For Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu:

Gi with belt
Mouth guard (recommended)

For MMA:

MMA gloves
Mouth guard
Athletic Cup/Support (Sparring only)

Yes. The LAB has a broad selection of high-quality gear available for purchase at our Phoenix gym, including Jiu Jitsu gis, Muay Thai and MMA shorts, rash guards, boxing gloves, hand wraps, and shin guards!

Our LAB kickboxing classes present a thorough, full body cardio workout that will help you improve your balance, strength, flexibility, and help you burn a significant number of calories.

The LAB is home to many amateur and professional fighters, as well as world-class coaches. Our Phoenix instructors currently train some of the top fighters in the world who compete in organizations like the UFC, Bellator, Rizin, ONE Championship and the PFL, to name a few. If you wish to compete at any level, our instructors can give you the skills and knowledge you need to reach your potential!

The Number One reason people love the LAB is the amazing, unparalleled sense of community that we have created. The welcoming, non-intimidating, fun, friendly and positive atmosphere we have is unmatched in the city. Our goal is to foster an environment where all are welcome and encouraged to be their best.

Yes. Members can put their memberships on hold for a prepaid fee of $15 per month for the first two months and $25 per month for the next two months. Please email [email protected] to confirm any holds.

You will never be asked to do anything you do not want to do or cannot do due to injury. If you, depending on the nature of your injuries, are not able to participate in certain classes/activities, we will do our best to recommend a class that won’t aggravate any pre-existing injuries, or our instructors will modify the exercises/techniques so that you are able to get a great, safe workout.

The LAB is proud to offer a full slate of classes from 9am-8:30pm Monday to Friday, as well as 9am-1pm Saturday. Check out our full schedule here! We are also open for private lessons during periods with no scheduled class times.

Absolutely. The principles you’ll learn in any of our BJJ, MMA, boxing, or kickboxing classes are all excellent for self-defense. Further, we routinely offer free women’s self-defense seminars as well as children’s anti-bullying seminars. Anyone looking to learn self-defense in Phoenix would be wise to check us out!

Yes! We are pleased to offer you two free trial classes of your choice, which you can sign up for here.

Our cancellation policy is simple, we charge 30% of remaining contract balance upon cancellation.

Our instructors are the best! At the LAB we employ legitimate, world-class talents to instruct our martial arts programs. Our instructors are multiple time world champions, coaches of current world champions, or trained by world champions themselves. They are truly passionate about their students’ progress and count your triumphs as their own.

All of our instructors offer private lessons and can be booked at our front desk. Lessons can be catered to your personal needs and wants; whether it be fitness, technique, cardio, conditioning or even competition. No matter what discipline you choose, at the LAB you can have a top-notch, world class instructor as a personal trainer in Phoenix!

For any number of reasons, the LAB is the best Mixed Martial Arts gym in Phoenix. Regardless of the martial art you are looking to train in Phoenix – Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, Muay Thai kickboxing, Boxing, Wrestling, or MMA – our top-notch team of instructors, positive vibe, exceptional facilities, and affordable rates make us Phoenix’s best gym. Drop by and see for yourself!

You can visit us in person or click here to sign up for your free trial class, purchase prepaid class packages, or sign up for a monthly membership.

We recognize that every person may have unique fitness needs, but between our high intensity martial arts courses and our strength & conditioning programs, we are confident we can help you meet any fitness goals you have in mind!

While Kickboxing allows for the use of hands, feet, elbows, and knees to strike opponents, western (or “traditional”) boxing focuses entirely on striking with the hands.

Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ) is a ground-fighting art that focuses on using leverage and techniques such as joint locks and chokes to control opponents. BJJ is highly effective, allowing smaller persons to overcome strength disadvantages through technique and leverage.

Our strength and conditioning programs are some of the best fitness classes in Phoenix! The instructors are strength and conditioning specialists who will help you reach your full potential.

We absolutely do! For each family member you add on to the account, 10% is taken off that added membership! We also offer a monthly kids corner plan for the little ones starting at $5 an hour or $40 monthly for the first child.