The Definitive Guide to Living in the Capital , Cairo , Egypt

Do you ever fear that when you are put in a threatening situation, you won’t be able to defend yourself? Combat gyms can help you release tension, learn a few self-defence techniques, and build the body you’ve always dreamt of. From MMA and kickboxing to Jiu-Jitsu and Parkour, here are six places to get your combat in check in the capital.

The Fight Zone

 

 

 

 

 

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Founded by Egyptian MMA athlete Sherif El Gamal, The Fight Zone is ideal for combat training. They offer classes for men, women, and kids as well. If your goal is to win tournaments, TFZ is your go-to as their head coach fought many times in Desert Forces (UFC equivalent in the Middle East). You might also stumble across a few celebrities who train there!

For more information, call 01094148944.

AUFC Academy

 

 

 

 

 

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The AUFC Academy boasts offers classes that mainly target body toning. The available courses include MMA, kickboxing, Muay Thai, and parkour. The thing we liked the most about this place is that they regularly hold tournaments, which is great for motivational purposes!

For more information, call 01090903983 or 01557741345.

Boxing Academy

 

 

 

 

 

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Founded by Olympic champion Mohamed Reda, Boxing Academy is the home of legendary boxers. The Academy also offers yoga and kickboxing classes. We’re certain you’ll be in safe hands with the silver medallist!

For more information, call 01002060600.

TapouT

 

 

 

 

 

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TapouT offers fitness classes alongside martial arts classes in both indoor and outdoor areas. They boast exciting spaces that you would usually only see in films!

For more information, call 01272555401.

Wing Chun & Jeet Kune Do

 

 

 

 

 

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This place is straight out of Kung Fu Panda! They’ll teach you how to defend yourself, starting with regular street fights, all the way up to fighting off armed attackers. They mainly offer kung fu classes, with over a dozen different styles. All ages are welcome!

For more information, call 01001243264.

Atom Gym

 

 

 

 

 

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Earlier this year, Cicero Costha founded Atom Jiu Jitsu Gym in Cairo in an attempt to make the sport more popular in Egypt. Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ) is a combat style centred on ground fighting and neutralising opponents via submissions, which is perfect for kids as it doesn’t include a lot of violence like MMA or boxing. But make no mistake; BJJ is probably the best combat style for self-defence! In addition to BJJ, Atom Gym also offers yoga and boxing classes.

For more information, call 01558667512.