Frequently Asked Questions

DO YOU OFFER FREE TRIAL CLASSES?
Short Answer: No.
Many Combat Sports gyms in NYC offer one time free trial classes because memberships are required to join. At Chop & Chops MMA, We do not require memberships to train so we offer Single Classes and Day Passes. You are free to train as little or as often as you’d like without commiting to a Monthly Membership.

IS THERE A SHOWER I CAN USE AFTER CLASSES?
Yes! If you would like to take a shower after training, you can use ours. We just ask that you bring your own towel and shower flip-flops. Please limit showers to 5 minutes maximum to accommodate others members waiting to shower as well.

DO I NEED TO RESERVE A SPOT IN CLASS BEFOREHAND?
Yes, you should book a class beforehand. Please click on the “Book a Class” button in the header of our webpage to schedule.

I DON’T WANT TO FIGHT OR HAVE PEOPLE HIT ME, CAN I STILL TRAIN?
Everyone has their own passions and goals, we’ll help you achieve them in any way we can. Training doesn’t mean you have to fight. If you’re not comfortable with something, just let us know and we’ll adjust. Sparring is completely optional.

WHAT CLOTHING SHOULD I WEAR?
All of our martial arts classes are done barefoot. Shoes are removed before stepping onto the mats.

Gi-BJJ: a gi is required for these classes, we have loaner gis you can rent until you get your own.

Kickboxing: any comfortable workout clothes are fine for kickboxing.

No-Gi BJJ / MMA: comfortable workout clothes that don’t have exposed zippers or buckles, they might scratch our partners or the mats. Loose t-shirts or tank tops tend to get fingers and toes caught in them, we recommend wearing tights and compression shirts.

I DON’T HAVE MMA GEAR YET, CAN I STILL TRAIN?
Yes, we have some loaner gear you can borrow for the class. We have Boxing gloves, MMA gloves, shin guards. You can borrow our equipment to take a few classes before you decide to commit and buy your own gear.

I HAVE GEAR/CLOTHES FROM ANOTHER GYM, IS IT OK FOR ME TO WEAR THEM AT CHOP & CHOPS?
We welcome you to wear any gear you feel comfortable in, as long as it is clean and safe to wear. Wearing gear with another gym’s name or logo is absolutely not a problem for us.

WHAT IF I’M NOT READY TO COMMIT TO A MONTHLY MEMBERSHIP?
There are no activation fees, cancellation fees, or long-term contracts. You are welcome to pay for classes individually, purchase one of our specials, or take advantage of our unlimited monthly prices, knowing you can cancel at any time.

I’M FROM ANOTHER GYM, DO YOU ALLOW DROP-INS?
Drop-ins are always welcome, regardless of school affitiation.

HOW SHOULD I PREPARE MYSELF FOR A CLASS?
Clean clothes and clean bodies are required for every class. To help keep everyone safe from accidental scratches, please have your fingernails and toenails trimmed and remove jewelry before class.