Mantis Muay Thai
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Family-owned Muay Thai gym in Herndon, VA! Join us to be part of the DMV's premier authentic Muay Thai destination.
ABOUT US
Coach Dave and his wife, Alexis, met through Muay Thai over a decade ago. After Dave's competitive career, building championship fighters, and cornering pros in UFC, ONE FC, PFL, and LFA, they're ready to create something of their own.
Mantis Muay Thai is the culmination of their experience navigating the martial arts and combat sports world together. This is their vision of what a Muay Thai gym should be - authentic training, genuine communal atmosphere, and a place where everyone from beginners to pros can grow.
why mantis
Practical and effective training methods for all skill levels. Whether you want to learn martial arts, compete at an amateur or professional level, or just want to improve your fitness, Mantis will help you achieve your goals.
A community-oriented, no drama, safe and clean environment with a great atmosphere is the expectation of Mantis Muay Thai.
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what we offer
Muay Thai - "The Art of 8 Limbs"
The national sport and martial art of Thailand. Comprising of punches, elbows, knees, kicks, and clinch (stand-up grappling), we aim to provide authentic and proven practices to honor the beauty and effectiveness of Muay Thai.
Kickboxing
Our kickboxing program is heavily influenced by Japanese and Dutch style kickboxing. Punches, kicks, and knees in high volume, high intensity, and high impact. Dynamic and explosive strikes for a great work out for fitness and fighters.
Our programs are meant for everyone! You will learn how to strike and defend yourself while getting a great work out. Contact levels are always supervised and respected.
Hear from Dave's Students - Beginners, Amateurs, and Pros
Best coach for Muay Thai in the DMV. I've trained under him since 2019 when I was a beginner and have fought 10 fights under him. Very authentic Muay Thai training whether you are a beginner just learning or a fighter trying to up your technique, conditioning, and fight strategy. Super excited for the new gym which I'm sure will be a great experience.
I am a professional MMA fighter, fought in many major organisations like LFA, Kombat League, WKF, UFC and had the pleasure of working with many coaches. Dave was one of the most exciting coaches to work with. Very dynamic and detail-oriented! I wish I knew him back when I started training; my striking would be on a different level. My kids will be Dave's students 100%. Thank you brother for everything!
WKA National Champ, Muay Thai Champ, ISKA International Champ, 26+ fights and now a head Muay Thai coach, all in almost 5 years, all under Coach Dave. I could never ask for a better coach and mentor than this man.
One of the greatest place for workout! As a professional MMA fighter, I totally recommend this gym!
I've known Coach Dave since 2014 and he's been my personal kickboxing coach for the past seven years. Even as a retired national champion, I've never seen anyone as dedicated or as ethical. He runs every session with maximum efficiency, watches every detail of your technique, and pours his passion into helping you improve. Five stars aren't enough—he deserves ten more!
A Weekly schedule Monday-Sunday
*Reservations required for classes.
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BOOK YOUR FIRST 2 CLASSES AS A TRIAL
This will take you to our GymDesk portal where you can create an account, sign our waivers, and reserve any class through our flexible membership plans. We have trials, drop-in classes, and monthly to annual memberships.
Mantis Muay Thai
Opening fall 2025 | HERNDON, Virginia
Dave & Alexis Chun, Owners
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