One Program
$199
per month
Choose one core program and train consistently with focused coaching and small class sizes.
- Choose one: MMA, Muay Thai, or Jiu Jitsu
- Open mat included
- No contracts
- No sign up fee
Where You Become Your Best Self.
Train like a fighter
Muay Thai · Jiu-Jitsu · MMA in San Fernando Valley
🔥 Small groups — max 20 students⚠️ Limited spots per class
Claim your free class · all levels welcome
Class Schedule
Train with High Quality Instruction, Every Time
Schedule subject to change — follow us on Instagram for real-time updates.
DayClasses
Monday
- 7:30 PM - 9:00 PMAll Levels
Jiu Jitsu
- 9:00 PM - 10:00 PMFundamentals
MMA
Tuesday
- 6:00 PM - 7:00 PMFundamentals
Jiu Jitsu
- 7:00 PM - 8:30 PMAll Levels
Muay Thai
- 8:30 PM - 10:00 PMAdvanced
MMA
Wednesday
- 6:30 PM - 7:30 PMFundamentals
Muay Thai
- 7:30 PM - 9:00 PMAll Levels
Jiu Jitsu
- 9:00 PM - 10:00 PMFundamentals
MMA
Thursday
- 6:00 PM - 7:00 PMFundamentals
Jiu Jitsu
- 7:00 PM - 8:30 PMAll Levels
Muay Thai
- 8:30 PM - 10:00 PMAdvanced
MMA
Friday
- 6:30 PM - 7:30 PMFundamentals
Muay Thai
- 7:30 PM - 9:00 PMAll Levels
MMA
Saturday
- 8:00 AM - 9:00 AMAll Levels
Muay Thai
- 9:00 AM - 10:00 AMOpen Mat
Open Mat
Sunday
- 12:00 PM - 1:00 PMAll Levels
Women's Muay Thai
- 1:00 PM - 2:00 PMAll Levels
Wrestling
- 2:00 PM - 4:00 PMOpen Mat
Open Mat
First class? Wear athletic clothes and bring water. No gear needed; just show up 10 minutes early.
Membership
Invest In Yourself
Yes, there are cheaper gyms. But cheap gyms mean 30 people on the mat, no one watching your form, and no one who knows your name. Here you pay for something different: a coach who actually knows you, classes small enough that your progress gets seen, and an environment where you can genuinely grow.
Most Popular
Two Programs
$239
per month
Pick any two programs so you can cross-train and level up faster across striking and grappling.
- Choose any two: MMA, Muay Thai, Jiu Jitsu
- Open mat included
- No contracts
- No sign up fee
Three Programs
$259
per month
Get complete access to all three programs for the most complete training path available.
- MMA + Muay Thai + Jiu Jitsu
- Open mat included
- No contracts
- No sign up fee
$199 one program · $239 two programs · $259 three programs. Open mat included.
Our Philosophy
This Is Third Space.
Your first space is your home — comfort, recovery, and grounding.
Your second space is your work — where you produce, perform, and provide.
Your third space is where you are forged.
A space you choose intentionally — not out of obligation, but out of a desire to grow, to evolve, and to become someone you're proud of.
We believe martial arts is more than training — it is a vehicle for transformation.
≤ 20
Students Per Class
Unlike overcrowded gyms where you vanish in a room of 20+ people, every class is capped at 20 — ensuring individual attention, precise technical coaching, and real relationships between coach and student.
1:1
Coaching That Cares
You are not just another body in the room. Arsalan knows where you are, where you're going, and exactly what you need — you are seen, corrected, and developed every session.
100%
Clean, Focused Space
No chaos. No guesswork. No wasted time. A clean, professional environment where every session has purpose, structure, and direction — just consistent, deliberate progress.
Forge the Athlete
Discipline is cultivated every session — through real technique, real conditioning, and real results. Whether you're stepping on the mat for the first time or preparing for competition, we train what actually works.
Develop the Mind
Confidence is not given — it is earned through effort. Combat sports demand patience, problem-solving, and composure under pressure. You leave every session sharper than you arrived.
Become Your Best Self
Limitations are not permanent — they are broken, rep by rep. This is where you become someone harder to stop: on the mat and off it. Walk in as you are. Walk out further than before.
Whether your goal is to —
- —Get in the best shape of your life
- —Learn real self-defense
- —Test yourself in competition
This is where you sharpen your body, your mind, and your character.
What We Train
Our Disciplines
Muay Thai
The Art of Eight Limbs
Punches, elbows, knees, and kicks — Muay Thai is the most complete striking art in the world. Our classes build technique, timing, and devastating power from the ground up.
- Stand-up striking
- Clinch work
- Pad holding technique
- Sparring (levels-based)
Jiu-Jitsu
Ground Mastery
The backbone of MMA grappling. BJJ teaches you to control, submit, and dominate from every position — standing and on the mat.
- Takedowns & guard work
- Position control
- Submission chains
- Drilling & live rolling
MMA
The Complete Fighter
Where all the arts converge. MMA classes blend striking and grappling into a unified game plan — taught by an MMA champion who competes at the highest level.
- Striking to grappling transitions
- MMA-specific ground & pound
- Fight IQ development
- Competition prep available
Women's Classes
Power, Confidence & Community
Held once a week in a welcoming, women-only environment. Designed to build real self-defense skills, elite fitness, and unshakeable confidence — regardless of prior experience.
- Self-defense fundamentals
- Muay Thai striking basics
- BJJ & grappling
- Empowering community
Boxing
The Sweet Science
Master the fundamentals of punching — footwork, head movement, and combination striking. Our boxing program sharpens your hands and builds the ring IQ to out-think any opponent.
- Stance & footwork
- Punch mechanics & combos
- Head movement & defense
- Bag work & sparring
Wrestling
Dominate the Cage
Control where the fight happens. Wrestling is the engine of MMA — our classes teach you to take opponents down at will, defend takedowns, and grind out dominant positions.
- Single & double leg takedowns
- Sprawl & takedown defense
- Cage/clinch wrestling
- Top pressure & control
Kickboxing
Strikes from Every Angle
Combining punches and kicks into fluid, powerful combinations. Our kickboxing classes develop well-rounded striking, sharp reflexes, and explosive athleticism for fighters at every level.
- Punch & kick combinations
- Range management
- Defensive countering
- Pad work & sparring
14+
Years in MMA
Head Coach
Arsalan Mayel
- 14+ Years of Martial Arts Experience - Training since 2012
- 100+ Competitions across striking and grappling
- MMA Champion
- California State Champion
- Professional Muay Thai Fighter
- Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Brown Belt
- 10+ Years of Coaching Experience
- International Training & Competition Experience - Thailand, Europe & USA
14+
Years Experience
PRO
Muay Thai Fighter
3
Disciplines
∞
Levels Coached
Muay ThaiJiu-JitsuMMA StrategyFight PreparationSpeaks FarsiAll Levels
Coach
Alex Pyle
Alex Pyle brings over 10 years of experience in Muay Thai, Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, Wrestling, and Mixed Martial Arts. Originally from Ames, Iowa, his martial arts journey has taken him around the world in pursuit of high-level training and competition.
He has competed professionally in Muay Thai in Thailand and is an MMA champion, giving him well-rounded experience across striking, grappling, and mixed martial arts. As a coach, Alex blends technical instruction with an energetic, positive approach that makes training both effective and enjoyable.
10+
Years Experience
PRO
Muay Thai in Thailand
MMA
Champion
4
Core Disciplines
Muay ThaiJiu-JitsuWrestlingMMAMMA CoachingAll Levels
Coach
Amin Tanasevskii
With over 10 years of coaching experience, Amin has developed athletes across boxing, kickboxing, MMA, pankration, and combat sambo. He has worked with students of all skill levels, from complete beginners taking their first class to amateur and competitive fighters preparing for competition.
Amin is a multiple-time champion in Russia, bringing extensive high-level competitive experience to every class. He is also a black belt in Taekwondo and an expert in Soviet-style boxing and Soviet-style wrestling.
10+
Years Experience
Russian
Champion
3
Disciplines
∞
Levels Coached
Combat SamboKickboxingSoviet Style BoxingSoviet Style WrestlingPankrationSpeaks RussianAll Levels
Student Reviews
Real People. Real Results.
Google · 5.0 ★·Yelp · 5.0 ★·Instagram
“He's genuinely the best coach I've ever worked with. The progress I've made in such a short time has been incredible, and the confidence I've built through his training has changed me as a person. I'm grateful for the man I'm becoming because of his guidance and support. Highly recommend you come train with him he's the best. You won't be disappointed 👊”
“I have trained with Coach Arslan for some years now. He is the best martial arts coach that I have trained with hands down. He is incredibly knowledgeable and practical in his teaching methods. He takes the time to break down fundamentals and make sure everyone is performing the techniques correctly.”
“Coach Arsalon truly has it all — patience, deep knowledge, and genuine humility. In the time I've worked with him, he's corrected so many aspects of my form, movement, and balance. His attention to detail and ability to explain things clearly have made a huge difference in my progress. The best in the game hands down!! 🙌🏼”
“Whether you are curious about starting your fitness/martial arts journey or you are a seasoned fighter there is no better coach than Arsalan. Experience in spades across MMA, grappling, and striking — if you're looking to get work in, this is the spot! 👊🏻”
“5/5 and definitely recommend. Regardless of if you're starting your first class or a seasoned fighter, coach Arselan teaches technique at a pace that you can pick up and apply right away. My striking improved significantly in a short period of time under him and I look forward to getting work in his class. Come check it out.”
“This is the place to learn Muay Thai! Not only is the instruction very clear but the coach is a very knowledgeable, patient and amazing person all around! The other students there are very welcoming and friendly! Facilities are clean and it's just great vibes!”
Inside Third Space
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Common Questions
Before You Show Up
None at all. Most students start with zero martial arts background. Coach Arsalan is experienced at bringing complete beginners up to speed — you will not be thrown in over your head on day one.
Athletic clothes (shorts and a t-shirt), water, and a willingness to learn. That's it. No gear is required to get started — Arsalan will let you know what to pick up once you've decided to commit.
Yes. Classes are intentionally capped at 10 students so Arsalan can monitor every person on the mat. Technique is taught progressively — you build safely before you spar. Safety and form always come first.
Classes are designed for adults 16 and up. If you have a younger student interested, reach out directly and we can discuss what's appropriate.
Most students notice real improvements in coordination, fitness, and confidence within the first few weeks. With consistent training you will feel the difference faster than you expect.
Yes. Drop-in classes are $30 with no commitment. There is also a trial week for $60 that gives you unlimited access for 7 days with no pressure and no contract.
We are located at 14675 Rinaldi St #G, San Fernando, CA 91340 — just minutes from Granada Hills, Northridge, Sylmar, Mission Hills, and Chatsworth. If you are anywhere in the San Fernando Valley, we are your gym.
Get In Touch
Ready to Start?
Send us a message and we'll get you set up for your first free class. Drop-ins are $30. A week trial is $60. No experience necessary. All levels welcome.
Location
14675 Rinaldi St #G
San Fernando, CA 91340
Serving Granada Hills · Northridge · Sylmar · SFV
Phone
(818) 471-8867