Modern Day Gladiator MMA
About
Modern Day Gladiator MMA in Orlando offers comprehensive training across multiple disciplines including MMA, boxing, Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, Muay Thai, wrestling, and kickboxing. The gym caters to all experience levels, from beginners seeking to step outside their comfort zone to professional fighters pursuing competitive careers. Members consistently praise Coach Will's exceptional teaching ability, noting how he simplifies complex techniques for easy understanding while integrating professional fight analysis into classes. His coaching style emphasizes attention to detail in footwork, body mechanics, and reading opponents, creating a learning environment where students can progress from recreational training to competition.
reviewsWhat Members Say
Members consistently praise Coach Will's exceptional teaching ability, describing him as knowledgeable, supportive, and skilled at simplifying complex techniques for all levels. Reviewers highlight the welcoming community atmosphere created by Coach Will and his wife Kristina, where both fighters and recreational members feel comfortable and supported. Multiple members mention the gym's affordability and value, with specific appreciation for the clean facilities and hygienic practices. Several reviewers note transformative experiences, from discovering unexpected talents to developing confidence in self-defense across all combat ranges.
rate_reviewGoogle Reviews (5)
Tina Čelič Edelstein
a month ago
Absolutely love training at this gym! When I first signed up I didn't even plan to ever spar and later on I ended up going to Muay Thai and Jiu Jitsu competitions. It takes a special person to recognize and make you realize you are good at something. Coach Will is a cheat code for professional fighters and students that are pursuing a professional fighting career. He does an incredible job analyzing the professional fights and integrating the technique into a class. He's also able to simplify and explain difficult techniques so that students of any level can understand. Will is an incredible coach and with his wife Kristina they created a beautiful community where I love coming back every day.
K P
2 years ago
I was bored of the gym and wanted to get outside my comfort zone. I threw myself into something that I thought was the exact opposite of me and ended up falling in love with it! Coach Will is knowledgeable and supports you where you are in your journey while pushing you to get better. It’s also very affordable and valuable in terms of what you get out of it. I believe this is a more enriching way to stay active physically, mentally, and spiritually.
Nick Davis
2 months ago
Took a Muay Thai class last night and it was phenomenal. Super solid for all levels. Easy to digest coaching style and my training partner, Gabriel, couldn’t have been cooler.
Christian Tran
2 years ago
Tsunami and Athena have been training in kickboxing and BJJ under the guidance of Coach Will for nearly 5 years. Coach Will's emphasis in attention to detail with every technique learned (footwork, body mechanics, reading your opponent's reaction, etc.) and always seeking to learn new strategies based on real world MMA experience is why my kids will continue to train at MDG. Their growth and knowledge in the dynamic world of martial arts continues to grow each year as well as their confidence in being able to defend themselves in all ranges of combat. 👍
Preston Charette
a year ago
Trained here for the better part of a year. Amazing place with amazing people. Coach Will and Kristina are some of the nicest people and Will makes sure practice is fun while still putting the hard work in. The gym has a nice blend of fighters and people just working out and everyone is super nice and approachable. I can’t wait to come back here some day. Clean mats and super hygienic as they clean the mats and bags every night after training.
Contact
10016 University Blvd, Orlando, FL 32817, USA
scheduleHours
Monday: 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM, 4:30 – 8:00 PM
Tuesday: 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM, 4:30 – 9:00 PM
Wednesday: 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM, 4:30 – 8:00 PM
Thursday: 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM, 4:30 – 9:00 PM
Friday: 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM, 4:30 – 8:00 PM
Saturday: 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Sunday: Closed