Wasp MMA Gym • Penang Mixed Martial Arts

Welcome

Welcome To Wasp MMA Gym!

Wasp MMA Gym is a specialized Mixed Martial Arts gym in Malaysia, Penang established 2023. We offer full-range of Boxing, Kickboxing, Sanda, Muay Thai, Nogi BJJ (jiu jitsu), Wrestling, MMA Ground, Kids MMA, Sparring, Strength & Conditioning, and even Personal Training! Home for combat enthusiast and hobbyist of all ages and abilities. If you are COMPLETELY NEW or EXPERIENCED. We welcome you!

Our Story

About Wasp MMA

Our mission is to develop the next-generation of champions in the cage and empower everyone to become warriors in the game we call life. ⚔️ Let us bring you onto our story!

Late 2022

Our Humble Beginnings 🚶‍♂️

Just a couple of fighters and practitioners that love the sport of Mixed Martial Arts. And so, we thought "why not" and the rest is history.

Fighters training on the punching bags at the original Wasp MMA gym

April 2023

Wasp MMA Gym Is Ready 🥳

Months of preparation, planning, and execution. Wasp MMA Gym is first established near Penang Botanical Garden, with a grand launch ceremony from all our fight communities!

Two Wasp MMA fighters holding their title belts alongside Head Coach Josh

2023

Growing Our Home 🌱

We have successfully built, helped and assisted multiple fighters win their fights, 2 title-belt champions, plus multiple debut and seasoned fight winners.

April 2024

Bigger & Better 🎯

Wasp MMA Gym has relocated to a bigger and better training facility! Located here.

The full Wasp MMA fight team and members posing together

Today

Be Part Of Our Story!

Reach out and start writing your own chapter with us.

What Do We Have

Train In Every Discipline

Your truly Mixed Martial Arts gym in Penang, Malaysia. We offer various classes that cover different styles of martial arts.

Striking

Boxing & Muay Thai

Punching, kicking, head movement techniques

Ground

MMA Ground

Ground, pound & pinning techniques

Grappling

Jiu Jitsu

No-gi grappling and wrestling aspects

Sparring

Translate drills into reality, MMA & striking

Youth

Kids MMA

Simple, combative techniques for kids

Conditioning

Strength & Conditioning

Build endurance and raw strength

HIIT

Metabolic Workout

Improve your fighting endurance

1-on-1

Personal Training

One-to-one training with our head coach

Schedule

Class Timetable

Our latest timetable for all classes

Youth

Teen MMA

Combative technique & discipline for teens

Our Space

Facilities

We are equipped to provide you with the best training experience! 🥊

Weight training area — Weight Training Area

Our Culture

Why Train With Us

We strongly practice respect among one another, no-ego sparring, safety of your training partner, building confidence and hygiene in our gym. Whether you're here for a good workout, to socialize, or to train competitively. We got it all!

We Create Champions

Trained and produced numerous champions, from prepping their debut fight up to title-fight experience.

Supportive Team

Never feel left out, win or lose, we will be cheering!

Friendly & Fun Coach

Zero experience in combat sports? Our coaches are made to guide you with patience and tough-love.

Our Students

What Our Students Say

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Coaches are just patient and fun to work with! Definitely great place for beginner!

Daniel Cheah

Fun & Friendly Coach

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I would not have grown so much if it weren't for my training partners! Amazing training team!

Alvin Cheah

Supportive Spirits

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Just dropped in Penang for a quick visit, found this gym to train. No words but I felt welcomed immediately.

Tim Smit

Amazing Hospitality

Our Coaches

Meet The Powerhouse Behind Wasp MMA Gym

Our coaches lead the charge ⚔️ ensuring every step you take brings you closer to your goal.

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Josh Khiew

Head Coach

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Claire ‘The Wasp’ Li

Mother of Fight Team

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Rex ‘Vampire’ Then

Kickboxing & Jiu Jitsu

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Teguh ‘The Titan’ Primadian

Wrestling & MMA

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Lau Yik Long

Boxing & Kickboxing

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Alex Lim

Grappling Coach

Perks

Partnership

We have partnered with several businesses. Flash your Wasp Member card and get up to 15% off!

*Please refer to the FAQ for terms & conditions applied.

In-Gym Cafe

Grandmother’s Coffee

Visit Grandmother’s Coffee in our Cafe Area.

☀️ 7:30am – 12pm & 🌙 7:30pm – 11pm, Friday to Sunday

Closed Wednesdays.

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Questions

FAQ

Yes! We're beginner-friendly for all levels and ages. Sign up via WhatsApp.

Wear comfortable sports attire and bring a water bottle, plus your own gear if you have it (mouth-guard, shin pad, glove, hand wrap). Check our class timetable for timings.

Yes, our Kids MMA class is available and kid-friendly.

No free trial, but a 1-day pass for RM50 lets you join all classes that day.

Yes, personal & group training available. Head Coach Josh specializes in it.

Yes: 10 sessions of Personal Training with Head Coach Josh plus a half-price 3-month membership fee.

The gym provides boxing/MMA gloves and shin pads. We strongly advise bringing your own mouth-guard, groin guard (men), and hand-wrap. Gear is also sold at the gym or via our Shopee store.

Located right after Caltex Petrol Station at 18, Jalan Siput Lala. Look for the Wasp MMA logo out front. Get directions.

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