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Team Lloyd Irvin Martial Arts Fitness offers a variety of Training Programs, Online Store for secure purchasing of uniforms and training gear, and Virtual Training through our Members Area. For more specific information about Team Lloyd Irvin Martial Arts Fitness, please visit School Locations, School Instructors pages, or just Contact Us. Although we honor Martial Arts traditions that go back centuries, we are dynamic and are constantly seeking new and innovative ways to enthuse and excite our students.
ATTENTION
ALL MEMBERS & PROSPECTIVE STUDENTS
We are located in the Courthouse Area in Arlington, Virginia. If you are a prospective student and would like to try a free class please click here
2407 Wilson Blvd, Arlington, VA
or call us today!
703-807-0342
The Washington DC Metro Area's
Premier Training Center offering Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, Judo, Thai Boxing, Sombo and Mixed Martial Arts
A Special Message for Prospective Students:
YOU are now one step away from joining hundreds of adults of all ages who have been enhancing their quality of life through the Team Lloyd Irvin Martial Arts Training System.
GET READY to experience a workout that makes you mentally and physically strong while learning the BEST way to defend yourself effectively. We want to invite you to our Arlington, VA location to test drive our training system with our INCREDIBLE FREE INTRODUCTORY OFFER! Join our team today and learn about the hottest and most talked about self-defense training system in the world. Patience, commitment, willpower, and a positive attitude are all that you need to come prepared to class.
Here’s Your Opportunity to Increase Self-Confidence
And Feel Better About YOU!
LEARN HOW TO reduce stress, improve focus and concentration, increase eye/body coordination, increase strength, stamina/flexibility, learn humility and respect, BURN BODY FAT & Stay IN SHAPE! Unlike other gyms or fitness centers, Team Lloyd Irvin Martial Arts & Fitness coaching staff is completely comprised of competitors or former competitors who have experience and the “know how” to ensure that you will benefit and reach your goals from working with the best in the area.
Whether you are a complete novice, a recreational martial artist or a professional fighter, Team Lloyd Irvin Martial Arts has a program, the expertise and facilities to help you attain your goals!
Read on and learn more about our complete training systems
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WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT THAI KICKBOXING
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Learn The Most Effective Standup Striking Martial Art Ever Created!
We have chosen the style of Thai Kickboxing because of experience. Experience in competition and many years of training in a variety of different martial arts taught us about what works and what doesn't. Students interested in concentrating on full contact stand-up techniques and looking to get in the best shape of their life should look no further than our highly effective Thai Kickboxing program. Developed in Thailand the art of Muay Thai aka "Thai Boxing" is the National Sport of Thailand and has already gained popularity and recognition in the US and internationally. There are five major components to Thai Boxing: (1) Punches, (2) Kicks, (3) Knees, (4) Elbows, and (5) Clinching. Special care is taken to teach students proper form and body mechanics to eliminate injuries while training. Our beginner classes places an emphasis on the physical conditioning and cardiovascular benefits of Thai Boxing while learning effective self-defense strategies at the same time. The advanced classes focus on furthering the development of an individual through either competition and/or our assistant coaching certification course.
It doesn’t matter what your objective is, we’ll help you reach your desired goals. We welcome and encourage you to seek the benefits of this modern and inclusive form of fitness, self-defense, and sport.
PROSPECTIVE STUDENTS, do you know the secret to being more productive, less stressed and having more energy? It’s time to invest in YOURSELF NOW!
Get in the best shape of your life by working out with a PURPOSE.
It’s never too late to learn how to be in control of your mind, body and emotions with the intent, direction and skill to "take care of your personal safety". You will quickly understand why our Thai Kickboxing Program is the ultimate style to get in shape and stay in shape while learning how to defend yourself at the same time.
Lose Weight Without Getting Bored
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Before:
Weight: 240 lbs
Waist: 44 inches
Currently:
Weight: 195 lbs
Waist: 36 inches
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I typically would never write any sort of a testimonial but in this case I feel that it is very much deserved. But first I would like to express my gratitude to Jeff Ruth and his staff at Team Lloyd Irvin Martial Arts, you all have truly been an enabling force in my life, thank you.
When I walked into Team Llyod Irvin in January 2005 I was looking for a program that would help me lose weight. At the time I weighed in around 240. I had been lifting weights for a couple months with very little success and was becoming very frustrated. After a one-on-one introduction to the Thai Boxing program and then taking my first class, I left sweating, out of breath and had a life changing experience. Classes are structured so you can create your own pace, and you'll have enough time to catch your breath to receive clear and insightful instruction in self defense or for competition. Four months after starting classes and a slight modification to my diet I had lost 43 pounds and 8 inches off my waist. And now, 2 years later I have kept off all the weight.
I currently participate in Thai Boxing, No Gi grappling and the Brazilian Jiujutsu classes. Visit their website at www.novamma.com. If you're in the DC area you have to try at least one class, these guys are awesome."
-Travis Harrington
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Our Thai Boxing program is the total fitness package combining our unique blend of power punching and power kicking, along with extensive calisthenics, strength, conditioning and endurance training, that will allow you to get into the best shape of you life! Every class you will have an excellent cardiovascular workout, burning off up to 800 calories an hour. The result is a tremendous increase in energy, giving you what you need to last all day long.
Every beginning level class you will go through a basic training and conditioning workout. You will Get Fit without Getting Hit. Learn the science and mechanics of punching and kicking, footwork, head movement, offense and defense -- all the tools needed for a complete full body workout. Every thing you learn can also be used in almost all self-defense situations.
We often hear about students who are only interested in getting into shape being pressured to compete. That will never happen at Team Lloyd Irvin’s Martial Arts. We feel that competition is healthy and a good way to take your goals to the next level, but it is not required to become a complete martial artist. Being part of a winning team does not mean you need to compete.
Whatever your personal goals are, our instructors will bend over backwards to help you accomplish them. If you live in the Maryland, Virginia and Washington DC area you owe it to yourself to check out our Thai-Boxing Program!
KICKBOXING IS WAY TOO HARD!
If you think kickboxing is way too hard, here what 65 yr old member Jim Talley says about our Thai-Boxing program:
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"Six months ago, I was involved in a verbal encounter with a stranger that made me aware of potential vulnerabilities to future unforeseen physical encounters. I wanted to make myself less vulnerable and more confident in a self-defense situation. Since joining Team Lloyd Irvin Martial Arts, I've developed a modest addiction for kickboxing. I am a type 2 diabetic and my doctor is impressed with the results I have received from the Thai-Kick Boxing Program. Personally I feel that participation in the Kickboxing program is one of the most enjoyable parts of my life."
Jim Talley...only 68 Yrs Young!
Click Here for full interview
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Anyone can begin Training at Team Lloyd Irvin Martial Arts!
Men and women have excelled in our style of martial arts. You can be short, tall, thin, big - it doesn’t matter. We are willing to do whatever it takes to help motivate you to accomplish your goal! And as you have seen from Jim Talley’s success story, it’s never too late to start training. The average age of our adult program is about 29 years old. Absolutely no experience is required to begin your training. You do not need a martial arts background in order to begin our program! Most of our members are at the Beginner level and are seeing fast results from their dedication, consistency in training, and positive attitude.
WOMEN, if you are looking to increase strength and power, improve cardio conditioning and tone your whole body, look no further and try out our women's only Ultimate Fitness Kickboxing Program! In this 12-week program, you will develop the strength and power you thought you never had! Feel confident about yourself physically and mentally. The best part of this program is that it's ongoing where no set start date is required! The difference between Thai Kickboxing and Ultimate Fitness Kickboxing is that the Thai Kickboxing program is a curriculum-based course that allows a member to increase their level of proficiency in the skills they acquire at out school. Ultimate Fitness Kickboxing is a kick butt fitness kickboxing conditioning program that focuses on helping you achieve the confidence needed to do well in Thai Boxing classes or for increasing overall fitness. The classes do not require that you have a partner and you are left alone to work at your own pace. Visit www.novakickboxing.com to get your details now!
Our Thai Boxing program is designed to help you progress to the next level starting as a Beginner. If you are a experienced standup practitioner interested in sparring, we highly recommend that you ask about joining our Fight Team. Continue reading to find out what it takes to be in this group.
THE FIGHT TEAM
Muay Thai Practitioners Test Their Skills In The Ring!
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"I joined Team Lloyd Irvin in January 2005. I had been looking for a local Muay Thai school since moving to the US in 2003, and purely by chance I found a link through the UFC website to Team Lloyd Irvin’s schools. I scheduled a meeting with Jeff and Chau the very next day.
I was instantly impressed with Jeff and the Team Lloyd Irvin staff’s professionalism, dedication, and attitude. Having trained in Muay Thai for a number of years - in both England and Thailand - I can safely say that Jeff, Sandeep, Dave Kaplan, Dave Carter and Derek’s instruction is absolutely the best I have ever received.
Their commitment to teaching proper technique, body mechanics and physical conditioning is second to none, and their ability to motivate, support and encourage all levels of students is simply amazing.
I consider myself extremely fortunate to have found such a great team, and am honored to fight under the name ‘Team Lloyd Irvin’. I have already recommended Team Lloyd Irvin to many of my friends and colleagues, and will continue to do so. "
Keir Smith
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WHO IS THE FIGHT TEAM FOR?
The Fight Team Program is for the Combat Athlete looking to take their game and skills to the next level. Any student who wishes to compete will be given the tools to do so and compete for our Fight Team. We strive for excellence on the Fight Team and all we ask you to do is give it 100%! As a member of our Fight Team, you will train with some of the Nation’s top coaches and athletes. You will train side by side with top professional and amateur fighters. You will truly see why our team is considered a leader in high performance training.
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“I’m so happy to have found Team Lloyd Irvin Martial Arts. They really emphasize a TEAM approach and I’m surrounded by committed coaches & competitors who are helping me achieve my competitive goals.”
- Vivek Nakarmi
WKA US MUAY THAI CHAMPION
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When it comes to training and preparation, Team Lloyd Irvin Martial Arts is second to none!
Jeff Ruth's intensity and strength as a competitor has attracted some of the area's top fighters to train under Master Lloyd Irvin’s award-winning Training System! To date, Master Lloyd Irvin’s system has produced over 15 national champions. What makes our training system so successful is we show you how to train, how to peak for events, what to eat, the importance of recovery, the best exercises to use, and more! If you are looking for a professional resource to help you improve, to help you reach the next level of competition; to help you perform optimally, to improve your quality of life, Team Lloyd Irvin is the place to go. In order to outlast the competition, we will make sure you are the last one standing when the smoke clears. One thing’s for sure: You will see results from our program, provided you come on a regular basis.
If you are committed to training at your best, then we at Team Lloyd Irvin Martial Arts are committed to help bring you to the top of your fight game.
REMEMBER...Consistency is Your Key to Success
Almost any workout will give you some kind of results, if you do it consistently. Most of you however, find that "doing it consistently", even a twenty minute workout, can seem like an eternity. At Team Lloyd Irvin Martial Arts, we provide a fun, safe and exciting environment that makes consistency not seem like a chore all the while getting yourself into the best shape of your life!
From left to right Jeff , Tony, Chau, Vivek, and Dave Carter
WKA NATIONALS Where Vivek, and Tony won US titles in Muay Thai Kickboxing
Our Student Creed
I Will Train Hard
I Will Train Intelligently
I Will Train Regularly
And I Will Make No Excuses
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DISCOVER WHY BRAZILIAN JIU JITSU IS CONSIDERED THE ULTIMATE MARTIAL ART
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IF you can’t defend yourself on the ground then you DON’T know how to truly defend yourself…Grappling is the most neglected form of self-defense in all martial arts systems.
Brazilian Jiu-jitsu is a complete training system that concentrates on your ability to use angles, leverage and superior body positioning to control an opponent's body movement. A person that has a superior position is in a better situation to apply their weight and end the conflict effectively. This style allows for a smaller person to defeat a much larger attacker. Brazilian Jiu-jitsu is similar and in some cases both supplementary and complementary to the Olympic Sport of Judo. In our curricula, we believe that it is not only important to control our opponent on the ground but also on our feet. Therefore, we have taken the proactive approach of marrying the arts of Brazilian Jiu-jitsu, Judo, Sombo and Submission Wrestling.
Team Lloyd Members after winning 4 National Titles and 2 Bronze Medals at the
WKA National Championships for Submission Grappling
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"I have trained in several different martial arts. This program is the most exciting and effective martial art I have ever seen."
- David Jendrisak
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OUR WORLD CLASS JUDO PROGRAM
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Looking for an activity where you’ll learn effective self defense, have fun and lose weight all at the same time? We have the program for you!
Read on to find out why our Judo program is simply one of a kind in the Washington DC area.
Many people are familiar with the Korean-style Martial Arts of Tae Kwon Do and Hap Ki Do, however many people are unaware of the Korean fighting system called Yudo, which translates to “flexible way.” In Yudo, an individual learns choke holds, joint locks, and throwing techniques. Yudo is known around the world as Judo.
FACT: Judo is the most widely practiced martial art in the world, and Judo is the second most practiced sport worldwide after soccer.
Why is Judo one of the most practiced sports in the world?
Judo is safe and fun. People of all ages can successfully practice Judo without getting injured. One of the main reasons Judo is such an effective martial art is because the Sport of Judo is combative, seeing two people engaged in a dynamic battle using positional changes, offense and defense. Each judoka (a person who does judo) has to plan and apply maximum strength, technique and leverage at just the right time to catch their opponent off guard. See why others have experienced success training in our Yudo Program. Right now we have a FREE TRIAL OFFER so you can experience the program for yourself.
Attention Judo Competitors:
Discover why Korea is always winning Gold medals in the Olympics and World Championships. You will learn the newest gripping strategies, along with the latest combinations of throwing and ground techniques. If you are a Judo Competitor and would like to take your Judo to the next level, give our Free Trial Offer a try!
“I have learned more in only two months under Shin Kim than I have in over 2 years of Judo at another location.”
- Shane C.
Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Enthusiast
Our Judo program is an excellent supplement to Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. Many Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu schools do not teach takedowns. They only teach grappling on the ground. Our academy emphasizes a complete approach to grappling, both standing and on the ground.
No-Gi Judo
Team Lloyd Irvin is proud to announce that we now offer no-gi Judo every Saturday. Fans of the Ultimate Fighting Championships and Pride Fighting Championships have seen world-class fighters such as Karo Parisyan, Hidehiko Yoshida and Fedor Emelianenko successfully utilize Judo to defeat their opponents. Now you can learn the same techniques that these world-class fighters have used through our Free Trial Offer.
About Our Instructor:
Shin Kim graduated with a Masters Degree in Judo from the prestigious Young-In University! He went to school to teach others the wonderful Olympic Sport of Judo. He was the 1996 National Champion for South Korea and an Olympic Alternate. For over 8 years of his life, he was a member of one of the top teams in the world, the South Korean National Yudo Team competing on an elite international level!
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“I am writing this letter because I wanted to express my gratitude for Shin’s teaching. He is great with beginners and the advanced. He is patient and enthusiastic and leads by example. Shin will help raise the standards of American Judo!”
Sincerely,
Scott S
Fairfax County HS Teacher
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WHY CHOOSE TEAM LLOYD IRVIN?
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Team Lloyd Irvin has proven that we are one of the top teams in the country. One of the reasons this has been possible is due to the extreme effectiveness of the systems taught within the affiliated schools located throughout Virginia, Maryland and Washington DC. We have set a HIGH STANDARD for our training methods. Our training systems are taught in a way where YOU will achieve your Goals! Our class times are carefully planned and scheduled to accommodate everyone's busy schedule. Enroll in our Free Trial Program today so you can see for yourself if our program is right for you.
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“Hi my name is Sam Perdomo and I found the secret to success in Team Lloyd Irvin Martial Arts. I've been doing martial arts for over 4 years and doing BJJ and Muay Thai has really really helped me alot coming here, its hard work in a safe and clean environment with excellent instruction and that is exactly what the intructors at Team Lloyd Irvin Marital Arts has enabled me with. Thanks”
- Sam Perdomo
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Muay Thai or Thai Boxing and Brazilian Jiu-jitsu are perfect martial arts systems because they are developed and tested in battle by members of the CIA, military, and law enforcement agencies. They continue to use its effective striking and grappling techniques everyday when needed.
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"Outstanding! No other words can explain the impact of Jeff's teaching in Northern Virginia. The system he teaches is the most effective form of self-defense I have ever seen."
- Rick Swan
Washington DC Police
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Our system of martial arts and self-defense has been proven time and time again by our instructors and students. Our instructors, either professional or amateur fighters with many years of training, have utilized our techniques in the cage and in the ring - at the national and international level. The difference between joining our academy and other academies is that with us, you know that the techniques we are teaching you will work - since we have applied them before in actual Thai-Boxing, Boxing, Judo, Jiujitsu and Mixed Martial Arts Competitions. We are 100% confident that our style of Thai Boxing and Mixed Martial Arts is the ultimate in self-defense.
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“I really enjoy the training I’m receiving at Team Lloyd Irvin Martial Arts. The coaching staff is phenomenal! The location is convenient and the facility is awesome.”
- Paul Esquerra
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Our #1 Priority is to help you enhance the quality of your life! Every prospective student quickly finds out that our instructors strive for simplicity. Our instructors pride themselves in ensuring that our members get the BEST workout they can get. Each instructor has their own style of teaching and training, which all end up with the same result, the best and the most intense workout session around!
Everyday you will be learning from some of the best competitors and trainers the Washington Metropolitan area has to offer. On any given night, you can see IFA Champion Jeff Ruth, Amateur Boxing Champion Derek Sierra, Former WKA Heavyweight Champion Dave Carter, National Kickboxing Champion Adam Sylvia, Professional Heavyweight Boxer James Harding teaching and/or training in the academy along with one of our head Muay Thai instructors, King of the Ring Undefeated No Holds Barred Fighter Dave Kaplan, along with many other highly skilled professional and amateur fighters.
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“The system that Jeff and the rest of the staff teach is simple and direct. They have given me winning advice on how to truly defend myself. If you’re interested in True self-defense or getting in great shape, then I highly recommend this program.” - Don Sottile
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