--- title: "MMA & Personal Training Classes in Mumbai | XFF by Shafiq Shaikh" description: "Join my MMA, kickboxing, and functional training sessions in Mumbai. From group classes to personal coaching, we focus on technique, health, and discipline." canonical: https://mytribe.in/xffofficial/fitness-nutrition-coaching/training-in-action-personal-group-sessions last_updated: 2025-09-30 --- # Practical Personal and Group Martial Arts Training Tribe Verified · Training Mumbai 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 [Fitness & Nutrition Coaching](https://mytribe.in/xffofficial/fitness-nutrition-coaching). [View full gallery](https://mytribe.in/xffofficial/fitness-nutrition-coaching/gallery) Fitness is not about just moving. It is about moving with purpose. Whether you join my high-energy group circuits or a 1-on-1 personal session, I ensure every strike and movement is precise, safe, and effective for your body. ## Photos and videos - [Video: A glimpse into a personal training session where I am teaching basic footwork and striking to a client. I focus on the small details to ensure the technique is correct from the start.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/478bba40-d76e-4825-bdf6-84e438195654) - [Video: Demonstrating shadow boxing and movement in the dojo. This is a fundamental part of training to improve footwork, form, and rhythm before you even hit a bag.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/c86968c5-f1df-4115-a05b-892941f880bb) - [Video: A compilation of different training methods at XFF, from ground work and grappling to striking on the heavy bag. We believe in a holistic approach to fighting and fitness.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/09b0adbf-735d-4abc-ac73-8d2f45578ec9) - [Video: A black and white clip of me practicing shadow boxing and movement around the training dummy. This drill is essential for visualizing an opponent and perfecting your technique.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/4a0239e6-ff4f-47d6-8739-81a4aaa1f6a1) - [Video: Practicing a variety of powerful kicks on the training dummy. This helps in developing power, technique, and conditioning for kickboxing and MMA.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/7c1fa607-1de5-446a-a05d-b08809a71fc8) - [Video: More kicking drills on the training dummy. I practice different kicks to maintain my own technique and power, leading by example for my students.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/e3cd1708-f388-4515-9ea6-50f5fdb724b1) - [Video: A sparring session inside the cage. This is where students apply the techniques they've learned in a controlled, live situation to improve their timing and fight IQ.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/bb71334d-eaf7-4b04-afc7-7fd3f5a505ec) - [Video: A personal training session inside the cage, focusing on kickboxing defense and counters. I demonstrate how to block a kick and respond with a counter-attack.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/2a1a728d-e362-4173-b886-b9267887f177) - [Video: A light-hearted but technical sparring session with a client. We work on knee strikes and defensive blocking in a dynamic drill that improves reflexes and conditioning.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/497be68c-7bc7-4581-b016-8f994ac4dfd8) - [Video: Demonstrating a takedown technique on a grappling dummy. This is a key skill in MMA, and we practice it repeatedly to perfect the entry, execution, and control.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/ded115d9-e639-422a-8479-aaaeae87eda5) - [Video: A full sequence showing a takedown drill on the grappling dummy. This is crucial for learning how to transition from striking to grappling in an MMA context.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/36eaa509-ff95-4114-b0b3-30b328510ef2) - [Video: A short clip of me demonstrating movement and striking techniques. Constant practice is key to staying sharp and ready.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/2dc53adc-a044-42c1-a0d0-ae28bd2efa8d) - [Video: A cinematic look at the intensity of training at my gym. It's about pushing your limits, whether you are hitting the bag, grappling, or doing conditioning drills.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/693da1af-6a49-4bcc-8afe-2696aaa05a16) - [Video: Practicing ground and pound techniques on a grappling dummy. This drill simulates a real fight scenario, teaching how to control an opponent on the ground and strike effectively.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/d59b8199-2777-4319-897f-0d2446630eb3) - [Video: Our "Ground & Pound" class in session. This is a specialized group workout that focuses on conditioning and striking techniques used in ground fighting.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/c1e95a07-e273-4027-900c-0e60ab16aab8) - [Video: Training a client on grappling and clinch work inside the cage. We also incorporate strength exercises like rope climbing to build functional, full-body power.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/d6695af2-bfbe-4fe2-814a-fa5541203968) - [Video: Working on striking combinations with the punching dummy. This is great for building power and muscle memory for different punches and kicks.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/3071cd79-4173-4921-94ea-49eca41cc560) - [Video: A training montage showing various drills, from skipping and shadow boxing to hitting the heavy bag. This is the daily grind that builds a champion.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/81a2631e-5265-4d73-850b-4636ab416133) ## About Training in Action: Personal & Group Sessions People think hitting a bag hard is the only goal. It is not. In my sessions, I watch for the small details, like your wrist angle or foot placement, the moment you start. That correction is what prevents a six-month injury and makes your training actually work. I am there to make sure you are learning the movement right, not just repeating it wrong. Whether you walk into my Khar West, Malabar Hill, or Andheri dojo, the environment is the same. It is not a place for ego. It is a place for work. ### Group Training: High-Intensity Circuits These batches are about rhythm and conditioning. We mix Muay Thai kicks, MMA striking, and CrossFit-style circuits using tires and battle ropes. You are in a group, but I am watching. If the class is moving through drills, I am there correcting form. We keep these sessions at a high intensity because that is how you build real stamina. ### Personal Coaching: The 1-on-1 Block If you need specific results—maybe you are prepping for a movie role, recovering from a posture issue, or you just want a private space to learn the basics—we do 1-on-1. In these sessions, we do not just train. We talk about recovery, your daily food intake, and the small habits that actually move the needle. We focus on injury management, ensuring your knees and back stay protected while we push for progress. ### Why It Matters I have been running these dojos since 2001. I have seen the same mistakes for two decades. People rush the process. They want the results of a fighter without the discipline of a student. My sessions strip away the fluff. You come, you focus on the mechanics, you leave stronger. No crash diets, no gimmicks. Just honest, hard training. ## About Shafiq Shaikh I am Shafiq. I have been running my dojo in Mumbai since 2001. I do not care about fancy gym equipment or showy fitness trends. I care about teaching you how to fight, how to stay fit, and how to respect your own health. 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