CCTV video has been released of the moment a gym in Wendouree went up in flames in an arson attack.
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Police said two men forced open the doors of Infinite MMA gym on Howitt Street just before 3.20am on Saturday, May 25, and poured accelerant inside, at the front of the building and in the carpark before setting it alight.
The pair fled east on Howitt Street on foot.
Firefighters had the blaze under control within 10 minutes of arriving, but the building suffered significant damage.
"No one was inside the gym at the time of the incident," a Victoria Police spokesperson said.
One of the men is described as tall, with a stocky build. He was wearing a hoodie, clack gloves, shorts and Nike runners.
"The description of the second man is unknown," the spokesperson said.
The gym hosts classes for children and adults in mixed martial arts, Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, wrestling, striking and women's self defence classes.
Anyone with information on the men or the arson attack is urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or submit a confidential report online at crimestoppersvic.com.au