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Established Legacy (Since the 1975)

Mejiro Gym Amsterdam traces its roots back to the mid-1970s and officially opened its own location at Lauriergracht 86 in 1978. It was founded by martial arts pioneer Jan Plas, who learned kickboxing from Kenji Kurosaki at the original Mejiro Gym in Tokyo. Upon his return, Plas, along with early students like Lucien Carbin and Johan Vos, opened the Amsterdam branch, giving rise to the renowned “Mejiro-style” of kickboxing.

Birthplace of Dutch Kickboxing

Mejiro Gym is recognized as the birthplace of Dutch kickboxing, a fighting style known for its combination of speed, powerful low kicks, and disciplined technique. The gym became one of the “big three” in the Netherlands, alongside Chakuriki and Vos Gym.

World-Class Fighters and Coaches

Over the decades, Mejiro Gym has developed some of the world’s greatest kickboxers:

• Legends like Rob Kaman, Peter Aerts, Remy Bonjasky, Andy Souwer, and more have trained there.
• After Jan Plas, André Mannaart, a multiple-time world champion, took over coaching duties and continued nurturing global stars.

Training Offerings

The gym welcomes both amateurs and professionals, offering various training formats such as heavy bag sessions, technique drills, and dedicated kids’ classes. Classes accommodate all levels, with special sessions like “Ladies Only” sparring.

Flexible Membership Plans

Memberships are user-friendly and flexible:

• Single drop-in sessions: €17,50
• Single drop-in trail session: €12,50
• Monthly unlimited “flex” pass: €75/month
• Yearly unlimited pass: €65/month 
• 10 lesson pass: €150

Community, Culture & Global Presence

Built on pillars of discipline, respect, and continuous improvement, Mejiro Gym is more than just a training center, it’s a cultural institution in martial arts. Its influence extends beyond Amsterdam, with related branches like Mejiro Gym Bali opening in recent years.