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1st Legion Gym

4.9· 91 reviews on GoogleBasement Floor, Anup House, 31 St John St, St Matthew's, LeicesterMore in St Matthew's More in Leicester

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1st Legion Gym is a family-owned martial arts and fitness gym located in the heart of Leicester city centre, spanning 10,000 sq ft of training space, equipment and facilities.

With a friendly, welcoming atmosphere for all levels — from beginners to professional fighters — the gym offers world-class coaching across Muay Thai, MMA, Boxing, Brazilian Jiu Jitsu (the only gym in Leicester to offer Gracie Barra BJJ), strength and conditioning, and more. Classes are available for children from age 4, with 1-to-1 training also on offer.

Coaches hold titles including English, British, European and World belts and medals.

Opening hours

Mon–Thu: 08:00-20:00
Fri: 08:00-19:00
Sat: 09:00-12:30
Sun: 10:00-11:30

Classes

Beginners BoxingBJJ (No Gi) Mixed LevelsCircuitsGracie Barra BJJ - AdvancedGracie Barra BJJ - FundamentalsLadies BJJ and Self Defence ClassMuay Thai - Beginners / Mixed LevelsMuay Thai / K1 - AdvancedMMA (mixed levels)Teen MMA (13 - 16 years old)

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Frequently asked questions about 1st Legion Gym

What are the opening hours at 1st Legion Gym?

1st Legion Gym is open Mon–Thu 08:00-20:00, Fri 08:00-19:00, Sat 09:00-12:30, Sun 10:00-11:30.

Where is 1st Legion Gym?

1st Legion Gym is at Basement Floor, Anup House, 31 St John St in St Matthew's, Leicester.

What kind of training does 1st Legion Gym offer?

At 1st Legion Gym you will find boxing, mma, muay thai and fitness studio.

What rating does 1st Legion Gym have?

1st Legion Gym has 4.9 out of 5 on Google based on 91 reviews.

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St Matthew's, Leicester

Basement Floor, Anup House, 31 St John St, LE1 3WL, Leicester

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