Frequently Asked Questions

• Do I need to be fit to join?

  Absolutely not. Evolve caters to people of all fitness levels (even to those who have never done any type of athletic activity). Whether it is to learn the art of self-defense, to lose 10 kilos, or to get into the best shape of your life, your goals are more than achievable through the programs at Evolve MMA. Our programs are specifically designed to maximize your chances of achieving whatever you set out to do in the least amount of time. All of our programs have been designed by our World Champions so that you can become the best version of yourself as quickly as possible.

• Do I need experience to start?

  Not at all. From the complete beginner to the most advanced professional fighter, Evolve has different programs for every level of experience. In fact, all instructors on the award-winning, championship Evolve Instructor Team are experts at teaching beginners. The most important thing is for you to start today and to gain all the wonderful benefits of martial arts.

• Is it safe?

  Absolutely. At Evolve MMA, safety is our top priority in everything that we do. At Evolve MMA, we teach martial arts in a safe, fun, and supportive environment under the guidance of some of the best teachers in the world. To begin, the award-winning Evolve Instructor Team is the largest and most experienced team in Asia with the most number of World Champions on the planet for any martial arts academy. Evolve is committed to bringing you the best martial arts instruction available anywhere in the world. Additionally, our facilities are designed specifically for safety. Also, the majority of our staff and instructors have been certified in CPR and AED. Of course, like in any other sport such as basketball, soccer, or badminton, accidents can occur. Serious accidents are extremely rare in martial arts.

• What are the classes like?

  Classes at Evolve MMA are designed to maximize your learning, fun, and fitness. Of course, all of our classes are authentic and taught by our award-winning instructors and world champions. You will learn authentic martial arts and you will get into the best shape of your life. We believe that fun is the magical ingredient to help you to learn the art of self-defense and to get you into the best shape of your life. Our classes are high energy, full of adrenaline, and packed with high octane fun. You will never be forced to do anything that you do not want to do. For example, if you do not want to spar, you will never be forced to do so. Of course, if you love to spar, you can do it under the strict supervision of our instructors.

• 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 65364525 or click here. Just come down in a t-shirt and shorts!

• Who is your typical customer?

  At Evolve MMA, there are three typical profiles: The Fun Junkie, The Martial Artist, and The Fighter. “The Fun Junkie” is someone who loves to have fun and simply wants to get into the best shape of his/her life with a stimulating, friendly, high energy workout (instead of another boring treadmill session alone at the gym) and desires to learn self-defense for the real world. “The Martial Artist” is someone who has a passion for martial arts and appreciates learning authentic martial arts under World Champions. “The Fighter” is someone who wants to achieve the highest levels of martial arts (amateur or professional) under the best instructors and world champions in Asia.

• What about women?

  Yes, of course! Women are definitely welcome at Evolve MMA. In fact, women are an integral part of the Evolve Family. Currently, women make up approximately 30%-35% of the student body at Evolve MMA. For women, learning the art of self-defense can be a life-changing experience because it empowers them with confidence, knowledge, and determination. It is an empowering feeling to know that you can defend yourself safely in 95% of real life situations. We also have programs designed specifically for women. Try a Complimentary Intro Class today by simply clicking here!

• What about children?

  Our Children’s Program is widely regarded as the best in Asia and is the only one designed by a Harvard University graduate. At Evolve MMA, we teach martial arts so that your children can inherit invaluable life-skills such as confidence, self-defense, mental strength, discipline, focus, teamwork, and much more. Our goal is to help your child maximize his/her chances of success in life. We have a very strong focus on “bully-proofing” your children so that they do not become victims at school. Bullying is very harmful to a child’s self-esteem and can rob a child of his/her future dreams. At Evolve MMA, we have a zero tolerance philosophy against bullies. Bully-proof your child today! Try a Complimentary Intro Class today by simply clicking here!

• What equipment do I need?

  Every course at Evolve MMA has different requirements in terms of equipment. Our Membership Executives will be more than happy to help you with your starter kit. The Evolve Retail Stores in all of our academies are equipped with everything that you need to get started on your journey of continuous self-improvement through martial arts!

• 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 11:00pm with classes running throughout the day. On Saturdays and Sundays, we are open from 7:00am to 10:00pm. Please note that we will be adding more classes and times in the future. So stay tuned!

• What makes Evolve different?

  We stand by our reputation as the best martial arts academy in Asia. Evolve MMA has been ranked as #1 by CNN, Yahoo! Sports, FOX Sports, Tokyo Times, ESPN StarSports, The Fight Nation, MMA Mania, Combat Asia, Asian MMA, Samurai Life, and many others for being the best martial arts academy in Asia. At Evolve, you can expect martial arts instruction of the highest quality available anywhere in the world. The Evolve Instructor Team is the largest and most experienced team in Asia. Evolve is a different kind of school 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 champion instructors and state-of-the-art facilities. 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 1,000 years of world championship experience accumulated across all our instructors, the Evolve Instructor Team is the largest and most experienced team in Asia. Evolve has the most number of World Champions available anywhere in the world. Our instructors come from the best academies in the world and possess instructor certifications at the highest level. 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), ONE Championship, DREAM 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. The award-winning, championship Evolve Instructor Team comprises exclusively of authentic World Champions and elite instructors with certifications from the best academies around the world. To draw an analogy, it is the sports equivalent of learning how to play soccer from Lionel Messi, learning to play basketball from Michael Jordan, or learning how to play tennis from Roger Federer. Evolve MMA has been ranked as #1 by CNN, Tokyo Times, ESPN StarSports, The Fight Nation, MMA Mania, Combat Asia, Asian MMA, Samurai Life, and many others for being the best martial arts academy in Asia. At Evolve, you can expect martial arts instruction of the highest quality available anywhere in the world. If you demand the very best in life, then Evolve is for you.

• Do all the instructors and World Champions listed on this website actually teach at Evolve?

  Yes, all instructors and World Champions listed on our website actually teach at Evolve MMA. The vast majority are full-time instructors based at Evolve MMA, but some are seasonal instructors. In fact, the list of instructors on our website is only a partial list of all of our instructors. Evolve MMA has the largest and most experienced instructor team in Asia, bar none. It is the top martial arts training organization in Asia.

• Can I take private 1-on-1 lessons with Evolve instructors?

  Yes, we highly recommend that you take private 1-on-1 lessons with the award-winning, championship Evolve Instructor Team. Historically, you can learn up to 400% faster through private 1-on-1 lessons. For more information, please speak to a Membership Executive at any of our locations.

• Does Evolve have any other academies?

  Evolve has 6 academies: Evolve Far East Square, Evolve Orchard Central, Evolve Kinex, Evolve Clarke Quay Central, Evolve Star Vista, and Evolve University. Please stay tuned for more locations in the future!

• How can I get more information on Evolve?

  For tutorials, video blogs, and inspiration, you can subscribe to the Evolve YouTube Page. You can also follow us on the official Evolve Facebook Page, Evolve Twitter Page, and Evolve Instagram Page to stay in touch with the latest happenings at Evolve. For tips and cool news, you can visit the official Evolve Blog.

• 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 65364525 or click here. Just come down in a t-shirt and shorts! Come down and visit us anytime!