Muay Thai, Kickboxing, and MMA for Kids and Adults in West Des Moines!

Why Choose Zero Dojo?

We offer beginner to advanced classes in Muay Thai, Kickboxing, and MMA*. Blending Muay Thai, Kickboxing, Jiu‑Jitsu, and more into a dynamic style, we prepare our students for both competition and self defense. Zero Dojo uses a combination of personalized coaching and a modern ranking system designed to: teach fundamental techniques, improve physical fitness, and support each student in their goals. Zero Dojo was founded on the principle "We train to be warriors in life, not just fighters in the cage."

*Our Advanced Muay Thai and MMA are designed for experienced practitioners. If you are new to striking or grappling, we recommend starting with our Muay Thai class at 6:30pm Monday through Friday.

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What to Expect from Our Classes

Each class is a mix of bag work, partner drills, and strength and conditioning. We provide individual coaching and one on one pad holding with the instructor during classes, not just other students. Our striking system is based on Muay Thai and Kickboxing while bringing various, functional martial arts into a comprehensive style. No matter your age or skill level, you have a place here at Zero Dojo West Des Moines. 

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What do Our Students have to say about Zero Dojo?

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"I started coming to Zero Dojo as a teenager, and I am close to 30 now. In the years training here, I have garnered a self-confidence and skill set that I now realize I could and would not have gotten anywhere else.
Not all martial arts schools are created equal. And this one is the best. They love what they teach, know what they are doing, and act as a family. You will not find this environment anywhere else."

Sierra S.11/2/2023
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“My son loves Zero Dojo and wants to make it to every single class. Coach Mike is very good with kids and keeps the class safe but challenging. In the short span of 5 short months since he started attending, my son has shown tremendous improvement. The primary goal for my son was to learn self-defense and get some exercise while he's at it but his joy and enthusiasm have been welcome surprises.”

Paul Han2/1/2024
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“Mike and Karen are the absolute best. My boys were so small when they started and have learned and grown so much in their time at Zero Dojo. It has most definitely become their Happy Place.”

Jennifer Bueno1/3/2025
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"My entire family goes to Zero Dojo and we absolutely love it! The owners are incredibly nice people who truly love their job. They made me feel so comfortable, especially as a beginner who didn’t know anything at first. My 5 year old daughter loves how fun and interactive Mike is. We will be signing up my youngest daughter when she’s 5 too. Thanks Karen and Mike!"

Ashley Hasimovic2/10/2025

We are a modern martial arts academy rooted in tradition, holding ourselves to the highest physical, technical, and ethical standards.

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