--- title: "XFF Dojo MMA & Self-Defense Training in Mumbai by Shafiq Shaikh" description: "Train at XFF Dojo with Shafiq Shaikh. Learn authentic MMA, kickboxing, and street self-defense in Mumbai. See our facility and training demos today." canonical: https://mytribe.in/xffofficial/combat-sports-mma-training/dojo-life-training-demos last_updated: 2025-09-30 --- # XFF Dojo: Real MMA & Self-Defense Training Tribe Verified · Training Mumbai fighters since 2001. By [Shafiq Shaikh](https://mytribe.in/xffofficial) · At 4 studios across Mumbai & Navi Mumbai; Travels to client's location · ₹20K per quarter (estimate) Part of [Combat Sports & MMA Training](https://mytribe.in/xffofficial/combat-sports-mma-training). [View full gallery](https://mytribe.in/xffofficial/combat-sports-mma-training/gallery) Step inside my dojo. This is where we break down techniques, work the cage, and build the discipline needed for real-world fighting. ## Photos and videos - [Video: A quick look around my dojo. We have everything you need to train, from punching bags to a full-size MMA cage.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/c86968c5-f1df-4115-a05b-892941f880bb) - [Video: My team, my family. Our usool is simple: if you have the guts, we will train you to be a warrior. If not, stay home.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/0de62ff9-219b-424c-80ff-7901d22a5528) - [Video: A demonstration of a powerful kick and punch combination. Speed and power come from proper technique, which we drill every day.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/9c022585-64f7-4dca-a2b1-53d587b86bf2) - [Video: A demonstration of a cartwheel kick on a training dummy. This is a mix of fitness, fun, and functional martial arts skill.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/7c1fa607-1de5-446a-a05d-b08809a71fc8) - [Video: Practicing a double back kick. This is an advanced K1-style kickboxing technique that requires a lot of coordination and power.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/385c29ff-0db2-46de-9b02-4b9ebe598935) - [Video: A powerful kickboxing combination on the heavy bag, showing the force you can generate with proper training.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/94170999-611d-44e1-abed-1201f3ae6490) - [Video: A demonstration of the head tornado kick. This is an advanced and flashy technique that shows incredible flexibility and control.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/87df25d1-f219-4584-9b13-a1686ca8a245) - [Video: A choreographed fight scene being practiced in the cage. We train fighters for the ring, the street, and even for the movies.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/726e1357-d455-49eb-8750-239fe649a3e8) - [Video: A demonstration of a takedown on a training dummy. We use various equipment to simulate real fight scenarios.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/ded115d9-e639-422a-8479-aaaeae87eda5) - [Video: Another angle of the takedown drill on the dummy. Solo drills are important for perfecting your form.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/36eaa509-ff95-4114-b0b3-30b328510ef2) - [Video: A look at our training dummy setup and a demonstration of my fighting stance. Being ready is half the battle.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/2dc53adc-a044-42c1-a0d0-ae28bd2efa8d) - [Video: I was invited as a chief guest to a competition at the biggest gym in Kalamboli. It's always great to see the passion for fitness and strength.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/5973a3a4-3081-46d7-bb6f-ae256c8234c9) - [Video: A view of the dojo with me demonstrating a nunchaku technique. Martial arts is a wide world, and we explore many aspects of it.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/5607f33f-3a23-491b-b403-827cb72217ad) - [Video: A montage of training activities at XFF, from grappling on the mats to striking the heavy bag. We train for all aspects of a fight.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/09b0adbf-735d-4abc-ac73-8d2f45578ec9) - [Video: A shot of me in my fighting stance. The gym is my second home.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/4a0239e6-ff4f-47d6-8739-81a4aaa1f6a1) - [Video: A close-up of my striking pose. The focus and intensity start even before the punch is thrown.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/e3cd1708-f388-4515-9ea6-50f5fdb724b1) - [Video: A black and white clip of grappling training. The fundamentals of ground fighting are timeless.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/bb71334d-eaf7-4b04-afc7-7fd3f5a505ec) - [Video: A glimpse of a group functional training session. We combine kickboxing and MMA drills with strength and conditioning for a complete workout.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/8be80289-6492-4eea-ac79-14eaa15f5b60) - [Video: A clip of me working on flexibility. Being flexible is crucial for high kicks and injury prevention in MMA.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/405fcb60-4450-4678-b370-da3720e33834) - [Video: A montage of our students training, from an actress and pro fighter skipping rope to a group doing core exercises. Fitness is for everyone.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/bcf9dd6e-c6ae-4d24-8862-2030f0eb96c9) - [Video: A moment of instruction between me and a student. Learning is a continuous process of guidance and practice.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/42b8984c-b788-4f04-b925-9e185d42483d) - [Video: A demonstration of knife and nunchaku techniques. Weapon training is part of a complete martial arts education.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/015a3e9a-4293-4e2e-a8d1-b4c37833c146) - [Video: A cinematic shot of me training. The dedication to the craft is a 24/7 commitment.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/693da1af-6a49-4bcc-8afe-2696aaa05a16) - [Video: A quick instructional moment, showing a student the correct way to approach and engage. Small details make a big difference.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/86b8e025-79e7-444b-b066-1cf6ad6c3608) - [Video: A shot of me entering the cage at my Bandra gym. This is where the work gets done.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/20ab15d5-a700-44dd-ae38-565aa23bc17e) ## About Dojo Life & Training Demos This is not a fancy gym with air conditioning or mirrors for show. This is a working dojo built for results. Whether we are drilling takedowns in the cage or using heavy bags to build striking power, every inch of this space is designed to simulate real fight scenarios, not just fitness routines. When you walk into an XFF dojo, you immediately understand that we are here for one thing: training. I have designed my facility to be as practical as possible because street fights and competitive bouts do not happen in climate-controlled rooms. We have a regulation-size cage for transition work, heavy bags for conditioning, and training dummies that allow you to practice throws and ground strikes without needing a partner for every single drill. My training methodology focuses on three pillars: technical precision, functional fitness, and mental toughness. You will see me demonstrating techniques like the tornado kick or nunchaku handling, but these are just tools to develop your coordination and reflexes. We do not just do reps; we drill specific responses to chokes, weapon threats, and multiple attackers. Whether you are training at my Khar, Andheri, or Malabar Hill dojos, or I am traveling to your location, the curriculum remains the same: practical, proven, and effective. We focus on fundamentals like stance, balance, and explosive power, ensuring that even beginners understand how to generate force safely. This is the place to test your limits. If you have the guts to put in the work, my mats are open for you. ## About Shafiq Shaikh I have been running my dojo in Mumbai since 2001, teaching everything from MMA and kickboxing to practical street self-defense. I do not care about fancy titles; I care about building fighters who are strong, disciplined, and capable of protecting themselves. Come train with me. 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