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Do I need to be fit to join?: Absolutely not. At Evolve, our focus is to help you achieve your personal goals! Whether it is to lose 10 kilos or attain a 5% body fat level, your goals are within reach with any of the Evolve Programs. Evolve will help you by pushing you to your limits!
Do I need experience to start?: No, not at all. We will teach you everything. You will have a blast, get fit, and learn a ton! All of our programs are tailored for FUN and FITNESS. In fact, our instructors are exceptional with beginners.
Is it safe?: Yes! At Evolve, our #1 priority is SAFETY. We make it as safe as any other active sport like running, basketball, or tennis. By creating a safe environment and hiring only the best world-class instructors, Evolve is focused on risk minimization. Of course, accidents can happen (just as in any other active sport), but they are quite rare. You will not experience any contact unless you want it AND our instructors approve your request based on your skill level. Finally, the majority of the Evolve Staff and Instructor Team is certified in CPR and AED.
What are the classes like?: Come down and see it for yourself! Our classes are dedicated to your FUN and FITNESS. At Evolve, we believe in having a TON OF FUN!!! Our classes are high energy with plenty of music, sweat, and fun. Evolve has the highest standards of excellence and you can expect the best martial arts instruction available anywhere.
Can I try a class before I sign up as a member?: Yes! In fact, we encourage you to take advantage of our Complimentary Intro Class! You should definitely test-drive the Evolve experience before committing to it. We are confident that you will love it. Evolve offers Complimentary Intro Classes every day at a time of your convenience. To book your Complimentary Intro Class at any of our locations, please call us at 6536.4525 or click here. Just come down in a t-shirt and shorts!
Who is your typical customer?: Anyone who wants to have FUN, get FIT, and make FRIENDS! We have 3 typical profiles at Evolve: the fun lover, the hobby warrior, and the fighter. The fun lover is someone who wants to get fit and stay healthy by doing a fun activity (instead of going to the gym and doing another boring set on the treadmill). The hobby warrior is someone who loves martial arts as his/her passion outside of work. The fighter is someone who is an advanced amateur or professional. At Evolve, we welcome and encourage people of all skill sets, age groups, genders, and fitness levels.
What about women?: Most definitely! In fact, some of our most talented students are women. All of our programs are designed for both men and women together. We also have programs specifically designed for women. If you love having fun and want to get fit, then come join us at Evolve!
What about children?: Our Children’s Program is fantastic. At Evolve, we believe that learning martial arts is an excellent way to teach your child about self-discipline, achievement, confidence, and self-defense. Our Children’s Program is focused on helping your child develop life-skills such as work ethic, discipline, confidence, and more. Call us to learn more!
What equipment do I need?: It depends on which classes you decide to join. For Muay Thai, you will need gloves and hand wraps (and a cup for men). For BJJ, you will need a Gi. For MMA, you will need MMA gloves (and a cup for men). For Wrestling, you will need a cup. Please note that everything can be found in the Evolve Retail Store located in our gym.
What are the hours of operation?: We are open 7 days a week! So you can train whenever you feel like it. Mondays through Fridays, we are open from 6:30am to 10:30pm with classes running throughout the day. On Saturdays and Sundays, we are open from 9:00am to 6:00pm. Please note that we will be adding more classes and times in the future. So stay tuned!
What makes Evolve different?: Evolve is a different kind of gym because our entire focus is on you and how we can help you achieve your goals in a safe, fun, and supportive environment. We are open 7 days a week and have one of the largest schedules and course offerings in Asia. As a member, you become part of the Evolve family. Our culture is one where we all help each other and look out for each other. Oh yes, and we also have world-class facilities and top-notch instructors. Equally important, all of our programs are 100% authentic. At Evolve, we promise that you will get more for your hard-earned money.
How do I know if I am getting authentic training?: With over 450 years of martial arts experience, the Evolve Instructor Team is the largest and most experienced team in Asia. Our 32 instructors come from the best academies in the world and possess instructor certifications at the highest level. Additionally, Evolve is the only academy in the world with 10 World Champions across Muay Thai, Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, Boxing, and No Gi Grappling. The highly decorated Evolve Fight Team has competed and won at the world's highest levels of competition such as the UFC (Ultimate Fighting Championship), the Art of War Fighting Championship, the Lumpinee Stadium Championship, the Mundials World Championship, the No Gi World Championship, WBA Boxing World Championship, and much more. Recognized as one of the top academies in the world, Evolve Mixed Martial Arts® has been featured across Asia in ESPN, CNN, StarSports, the Straits Times, Men's Health, Her World, August Man, the Peak, the Edge, 938Live Radio, 8 Days, My Paper, Today, and many other publications.
Is there a difference between learning at Evolve and learning at other academies?: We stand by our reputation as the best martial arts academy in Asia. At Evolve, you can expect the highest quality martial arts instruction available anywhere in the world. The Evolve Instructor Team comprises exclusively of authentic World Champions and elite instructors with certifications from the best academies. To draw an analogy, it is the sports equivalent of learning how to play basketball from Michael Jordan or learning how to play golf from Tiger Woods. If you demand the very best in life, then Evolve is for you.
Can I take private 1-on-1 lessons with Evolve instructors?: Yes, absolutely! Typically, you will learn at a rate 4x faster if you take private 1-on-1 lessons. If you would like to book a private lesson with one of our instructors, please email us at info@evolve-mma.com. Please note that private 1-on-1 lessons are reserved only for Evolve members.
Does Evolve have any other locations?: Evolve currently has a total of 3 locations globally with plans for expansion. It currently has 2 locations in Singapore and 1 location in Brazil. Please stay tuned for more locations in the future!
How can I get more information on Evolve?: For more information, you can visit the official Evolve Blog. To watch video clips of our World Champions, you can go to the official Evolve YouTube Page. You can also join the official Evolve Facebook Page and Evolve Twitter Page to stay in touch with the latest happenings at Evolve.
How do I get started?: We offer Complimentary Intro Classes every day at a time of your convenience. To book your Complimentary Intro Class, please call us at 6536.4525 or click here. Just come down in a t-shirt and shorts! Come down and visit us anytime!