UFC GYM Arlington

Love this gym! Great classes and really motivating instructors. They remember you class to class (for better or for worse! haha.) It’s an intense workout and I always leave exhausted, gross… and just so happy with how much I accomplished in one hour. I was an absolute complete novice when I started there, and I went for the workouts and not for learning to fight. They classes at the prime workout time for the Arlington crowd– early morning and early evening classes that are focused on great workouts. They teach good technique so that you avoid injuries, but the focus is on getting in shape and not preparing for a fight. I actually had to cancel my membership for unrelated reasons, but I really wanted to stay and start taking the fighting-​oriented classes, which I think are generally scheduled later in the evening. All this to say, if you’re a novice and insanely intimidated by the thought of joining a boxing gym… it’s absolutely worth it.
The gym itself is a bit small — a bunch of punching bags for the classes, one ring, and then some weights in the back. The focus is definitely on the classes — there’s enough equipment there to get in a decent workout if you’re interested in just the gym section, but if your focus is on weights and cardio machines (i.e., nothing having to do with classes) you will find a better selection of equipment elsewhere.
They seem to be adding more sessions, and they’re doing some renovations (like touching up the painting) and it’s looking great. The old reviews regarding difficulties cancelling membership were under old management, or back when it was LA Boxing. I recently had to cancel and had absolutely no problem. I just called the gym when the manager (Ashly) was there, and she cancelled it while I was on the call with her, and I received the confirmation in my email immediately. She was curious as to why I cancelled, but that’s something that I would expect from a business that’s just trying to understand their clientele.
Join UFC Arlington! Great workouts. Great staff. Great idea.

The trainers are excellent and the classes always provide a great workout. Mike and Marcus are particularly good.
However, the gym is too cheap to pay for air conditioning. It often feels like we are working out in a swamp or a sauna. This is particularly outrageous given that membership costs 90 or 100 dollars a month.

Amazing place! Been going for over two months now. All classes are included in your monthly fee, it’s an incredible deal. So many great classes, instructors, and amenities. One minute walk from Clarendon metro. If your looking for a new hobby or get in shape with a very supportive community behind you, this is the best gym join.

If I could give negative stars, I would.
I enjoy the workout and the instructors and even signed up for private lessons in Tysons VA since I wanted to learn how to box. Despite living in Charlottesville, VA, I got a membership since I frequently traveled to DC since my family lives there. I pre-​paid for an entire year — almost $ 1000! I was assured at the beginning of my membership that they would reach out to me to discuss renewal at the end of the year. However, they didn’t and they are continuing to bill me over a year and a half later. I ended up paying $ 1000 to use the gym a handful of times and now it’s IMPOSSIBLE to cancel. It’s ridiculous. And I’m STILL getting charged. Avoid signing any contract at ALL COSTS. You can do Class Pass and get the workout through them and if it’s no longer available, I promise you there are better options to get a good boxing workout in. AVOID AT ALL COSTS.

I give this gym 4 stars if you’re looking for good boxing classes and only 1 star if you have to cancel your membership.
I received a trial membership for one month. $ 116 + the hand wraps was a bit expensive, but I liked that they were on the same metro line as my job so it wasn’t too hard to get there. The classes were at decent times and were very good. I took a couple of boxing classes and a kickboxing class. As stated, buy and bring your own gloves. The ones that you borrow have been used by so many people and have a horrible odor.
I decided not to continue with the membership because $ 65-​$ 85 a month would have been too expensive for my budget. Reed told me that in order to not be charged, I would have to cancel before ⁹⁄₂₂. I was out of town at the time, but made sure that I called on ⁹⁄₁₈. On 9/​22, I was charged $ 150!!! I spoke to Meche who, WITH Reed, made the necessary adjustments in the system to issue a credit. I firmly believe that they only disconnect you in one system and that that adjustment isn’t made or sent to the corporate office. Imagine my surprise when on ¹⁰⁄₂₂ I was charged ANOTHER $ 150 for a membership that was supposedly canceled!!! I spoke to Meche AGAIN who told me that Reed would handle the credit on Sunday ¹⁰⁄₂₇. I call Reed on Sunday and he’s unwilling to do so until he had spoken to Meche on Monday because I could be telling him anything. I am totally unhappy with how this has been handled, charging me month after month for a membership I canceled via THEIR instructions. After I am issued a credit, I will be forced to cancel my credit card which will be very inconvenient.

Do not join if there is any chance of you having a family emergenc and you have to move out of town. Even if you were only a member for 1 month they will not give you the $ 450+ deposit back

I went in for the free class trial and I ended up joining. The boxing and kickboxing classes fly by and are so intense. I almost always leave dripping sweat and feeling like I accomplished something for the day.
I’m a girly girl and I usually do workouts like Physique 57, Core Fusion and Lava Barre but I’m so glad I tried this place! UFC classes are by far the best workout I’ve ever had. All the instructors are great and have their own class style.
The weekday 6:30pm classes are the busiest. You have to go at least 15 minutes early to secure a good bag and mat. I liked the 12pm classes because you get one on one attention and they are way less crowded.
I was able to lose 5 pounds in 2 months, which was my goal for my upcoming wedding by going 2 – 3 times a week. I regret not joining earlier!

This is one of several UFC gyms in the area and it was formerly an LA Boxing facility before UFC took over.
Its strengths are a great training staff, excellent classes in an assortment of martial flavors, and a work-​focused attitude by the members. And yes, Carlos does give a killer class.
Unfortunately, the physical plant leave plenty to be desired. There appears to be no effort to keep the place up; the carpet is torn and dirty, the weights seem always something of a jumbled mess, the exercise mats are tattered and filthy. Whoever is running this gym evidently either doesn’t pay attention or thinks such things don’t matter. But they do. The place looks like it could benefit from a little adult supervision and less hanging out by the staff. One other thing, there is next to no free parking near the gym, so it costs at least $ 2 or $ 3 bucks a visit extra to work out.
The Old Town gym and the Tyson’s gym are far better run, with newer equipment and more attentive managers. They are more attractive and cleaner facilities. Oh, and both have free parking, so one needn’t be thinking about the meter. Fortunately, a membership in one UFC gym gives access to all, so I tend to work out at these instead.

If you need a GOOD workout, go in for one of Carlo’s classes. I can’t speak for the other trainers, whom I am sure are all fantastic. I can only speak for Carlo because that is who facilitated my workout session. 60 minutes of NON-​STOP movement. Within the next two days every muscle in my body seemed to be sore — which is a good thing. Let me know that his workouts are effective! There was a combination of sit-​ups, leg-​raises, mountain climbers, boxing, kickboxing, push-​ups, high-​knees, jumping jacks, etc… and YES… all in ONE HOUR.
The only negative was the «loaner» boxing gloves. They STUNK something terrible. If you have your own gloves… bring them! I went in for a free trial workout and I had never boxed before so I didn’t have any gloves. Also be aware that you have to purchase hand wraps if you don’t have your own.
Overall, great workout session, friendly staff, nice facility, great trainer and reasonable prices.