Telephone:
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+1 202-538-0422
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Website:
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Address:
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1353 Florida Ave NW, Washington, DC, DC, 20009
b/t N 13th St & N 14th St
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Nearby public transportation stops & stations:
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0.3 miU Street/African-Amer Civil War Memorial/Cardozo
0.4 miEuclid Street
0.5 miHarvard Street
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Categories:
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Accepts Credit Cards
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Bike Parking
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Yes |
Good for Kids
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By Appointment Only
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No |
Today |
10:00 am – 5:00 pm
Closed now
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Local time (Washington, DC) | 20:56 Saturday, 31 May 2025 |
Monday | 6:00 am – 10:00 pm |
Tuesday | 6:00 am – 10:00 pm |
Wednesday | 6:00 am – 10:00 pm |
Thursday | 6:00 am – 10:00 pm |
Friday | 10:00 am – 9:00 pm |
Saturday | 10:00 am – 5:00 pm |
Sunday | 11:00 am – 5:00 pm |
Specialties
BETA Academy offers MMA, Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, Thai Boxing (Muay Thai), Judo, Strength Training, Kids Classes (3 to 13) and Women’s Only Fitness Bootcamp.
History
Established in 2008.
The BETA Academy was founded by Nakapan Phungephorn. He and his wife, Melanie, share a lifelong passion for the practical martial arts and for teaching others. They drew their inspiration for the BETA Academy from the Beta Fighting Fish (also known as the Siamese Fighting Fish). These fish are admired not only for their efficient and deadly attacks against their opponents but also for their grace. Their intrinsic fighting ability also invokes the cultural heritage of Thailand that is so closely tied with Thai Boxing.
Meet the Business Owner
Nakapan P.
Business Owner
Nakapan Phungephorn is a seasoned fighter with over 15 years of experience teaching, studying and competing in the martial arts. He has earned numerous titles including becoming the 2001 WKA Amateur Muay Thai World Champion. Vist the website to learn more about Nakapan’s competitive accomplishments and credentials.
Nakapan earned his black belt in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu under the tutelage of Professor Pedro Sauer, whose lineage is directly derived from the legendary Rickson Gracie who helped popularized the art in the United States. Nakapan continues to hone his grappling skills under the guidance of Master Leo Dalla.