Martial arts club · Saltivka
Group MMA classes
Five days a week, ages 9 and up: kids, women and men in one team. One-on-one and online when you need the coach's full attention.
- Master of Sport coach international class, coaching since 2007
- World champion in kickboxing, MMA and grappling
- Sparring every Friday beginners and experienced together
- One-on-one and online when you need the coach's full attention
Disciplines
Group MMA from age 9 and functional training. Combat disciplines one-on-one and online. Group classes: MMA for everyone aged 9 and up, and functional training. The combat disciplines are also available one-on-one in the gym and online.
Boxing
Punch technique, footwork, defense and pad work.
Grappling
Throws, control, joint locks and chokes.
Kickboxing
Punches and kicks, combinations, endurance.
Cossack combat
Kozatskyi dvobii, Ukraine's national combat sport: punches and kicks combined with wrestling.
Classes
Group classes
We all train together: kids from age 9, women and men, beginners and experienced fighters. Five two-hour classes a week, with sparring every Friday.
- Mon–Fri 18:00–20:00 sparring every Friday
- Ages 9+ kids and adults in one class
- The trial is free no membership needed
Also on the schedule: Functional training — Mon–Fri 10:00–11:30
Book a free trialFor parents
Your child at the gym
- Kids from age 9 train together with adults, in one class.
- Parents don't stay in the gym during the class.
Schedule
Tap a class and we'll book your free trial.
Saturday Sat No class
No class
Sunday Sun No class
No class
Your coach
Ihor
Prokhvatilov
Has coached since 2007 and opened MMA Center in 2012. Runs the MMA group, from kids aged 9 to adults, and functional training, plus one-on-one sessions in the gym and online.
- years coaching
- 19
- years running the club
- 14
- students
- 10,000+
- International Master of Sport in Muay Thai
- Master of Sport in combat sambo
Titles
- 2003 World champion Kickboxing, WAKO
- 2006 European champion Muay Thai
- 2009 World champion Mix fight
- 2012 World champion MMA
- 2024 World champion MMA
- 2024 World champion Grappling, WCFF
Coaching
- Founder and head coach of MMA Center Running the club since 2012.
- Coach of Ukraine's national combat sports team Authorised by Ukraine's Ministry of Youth and Sports to prepare and accompany athletes at world and European championships, including WCFF.
- Mentor of champions and medallists National and international competitions in MMA (MMA Light, Full MMA) and grappling.
Your first class
How the first time goes
- 01
Sign up
Pick a class in the schedule or leave your number: we'll call you back and agree on when to come.
- 02
Come a little early
Ideally 10–15 minutes before the start. Enter through the Avocado fitness club, 21 Valentynivska St. Changing rooms and showers are in the club.
- 03
What to bring
Sportswear, hand wraps, water and a towel. We'll lend you gloves for the first class.
- 04
Two hours in the gym
Warm-up, technique, partner drills. Sparring on Fridays.
One-on-one
Just you and the coach
In a big class the coach can't get to everyone. One-on-one, you get their full attention: an injury, fight preparation, your own schedule or technique you want to polish. You can combine it with the class.
- 01 Level assessment and a plan for the first month
- 02 Technique, pads and sparring at your pace
- 03 Conditioning and nutrition guidance
- 04 Fight preparation — if you want it
Online
Your coach — on your phone
Great if you live in another city, travel a lot or want to start at home. Training doesn't stop for business trips or a move. All you need is a phone, 2×2 meters of space and ideally a jump rope.
- 01
Live session
45–60 minutes over video call. The coach sees you and corrects your technique in real time.
- 02
Weekly plan
Solo workouts with a video for every exercise in Telegram.
- 03
Technique review
Send a video — the coach replies with comments within 24 hours.
Prices
A membership is valid for 30 days. You can make up missed classes; freezing is up to the coach. Pay any way you like: cash, card or bank transfer.
Discount for military personnel and veterans with a combatant ID (UBD).
No risk
Didn't like it? You pay nothing
- 01 Your first session is free.
- 02 You can switch format at any time: class, one-on-one or online.
This is what training looks like
A minute and a half from the gym: warm-up, pads, sparring. This is where you'll be.
@mmacenterukraine
With us
Our partners
Common questions
Do I need to be in shape to start?
No. Beginners and experienced fighters train in one class, and you can start from zero.
What's the minimum age?
9. Kids train together with adults, in one class.
When are the classes?
MMA: Monday to Friday, 18:00 to 20:00, with sparring on Fridays. Functional training: Monday to Friday at 10:00.
When does sparring start?
Sparring is every Friday. The coach brings beginners into it as early as possible.
I'm out of shape or over 35. Is that a problem?
No. People of every age and fitness level train in the class.
Can women join?
Yes. Women train in the same class as everyone else.
What if I miss a class?
You can make up a missed class while your membership is valid.
Are there discounts?
Yes, for military personnel and veterans with a combatant ID (UBD).
Can I combine classes, one-on-one and online?
Yes. You can come to classes and take personal sessions to work on your own technique. When traveling, continue online with the same coach.
How does online training work?
Over Zoom or Telegram. You'll need a phone on a tripod and about 2×2 meters of free space.
First session — free
Leave your number and we'll call or message you on Telegram to agree on a day.