Tampoi · Johor Bahru
Women's Self-Defense in Tampoi
Women's self-defense classesat Malaysia's first MMA gym — come to feel safer, more confident and capable in real situations.
The class
What to expect
A supportive, practical class focused on awareness, escapes and effective strikes — taught at your own pace in a friendly, judgement-free environment.
Women of any age or fitness level. No experience required.
Getting here from Tampoi
Close to Tampoi — our Mount Austin gym is a short drive across JB. Cut across town via Jalan Tampoi and the Tebrau Highway — about 15–20 minutes to our Mount Austin academy, above Happy Fish Swim School. You'll find us at 39-02, Jalan Mutiara Emas 10/19, Taman Mount Austin, 81100 Johor Bahru (Above Happy Fish).
We regularly have members training with us from Taman Tampoi Indah, Kempas and Taman Bukit Kempas.
Why UMA
- — Founded 2006 — widely cited as Malaysia's first MMA gym.
- — Led by Melvin Yeoh — ONE Championship veteran & full-time schoolteacher.
- — All levels & all ages — total beginners welcome.