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Kickboxing for Beginners in Colorado Springs
14 gyms in Colorado Springs, Colorado show real evidence — from their own sites or students' reviews — of being a welcoming place to take your very first kickboxing class. That first class is simpler than the nerves suggest: you don't need to be fit, you won't be thrown into hard sparring, and a patient coach walks beginners through stance, punches and kicks on the pads and bag at their own pace. Wear comfortable athletic clothes, bring water, and expect a warm-up, some shadowboxing and footwork, and a few combos learned slowly — many gyms lend gloves so you don't need to buy anything yet. Gyms are ranked below by local reputation (rating weighted by review count), and with 14 beginner-friendly options in town, it's worth calling ahead, saying it's your first time, and asking which class on the schedule they'd start you with.
1. RockBox Fitness Colorado Springs Briargate
4.8 ★★★★★ 180 reviews
“I LOVE this gym! I had not worked out in my life before starting at Rockbox nearly three years ago. I was intimidated to even try a class, but the coaches are always SO welcoming…” — Lindsey
2. Warrior Fitness Center
4.9 ★★★★★ 151 reviews
3. Colorado Victory MMA
4.8 ★★★★★ 129 reviews
“I’ve been training at Victory MMA for 4 years. I love the environment, welcoming to families, women and men. Head coach Gilbert is very professional, helpful, engaged in teaching…” — Erica
4. Cies MMA
4.6 ★★★★★ 84 reviews
“Outstanding gym with an impressive caliber of fighters, and they are very welcoming of beginners. Extremely clean, lots of gym equipment, and there are locker rooms with showers…” — Jennifer
5. BFS Boxing
4.7 ★★★★★ 81 reviews
“I've been a member of BFS or many, many years. Coach Ali is so knowledgeable and offers a program that is tailored for anyone and everyone's skill level. For those who have any…” — Mike
6. 3 Lions Muay Thai
4.9 ★★★★★ 71 reviews
“I joined 3 Lions Muy Thai about a week ago and have really enjoyed the gym since day 1. There is a very welcoming environment and culture that Coach Robbie and his wife have…” — Jessica
7. Triple Threat Gym
4.7 ★★★★★ 63 reviews
“Excellent gym for the community. Great technical coaching, and amazing cardio workouts to condition all levels. I recommend getting you kids involved in something like this to…” — Ruselis
8. Farrell's Extreme Bodyshaping - Colorado Springs
4.9 ★★★★★ 47 reviews
“I never occurs to me to write a review unless i have an exceptional experience and exceptional is what Farrell's in CO Springs is all about. I have a membership in a different…” — Shazia
9. Pariah MMA and Fitness
4.5 ★★★★★ 48 reviews
“Best gym to train at. I've been around to a few gyms in different states but Pariah MMA and the family over there are the best hands down. Very welcoming and Drew Lawrence the…” — Stay
10. Empower Training Center
4.9 ★★★★★ 41 reviews
“I have been a student here since February. I was very nervous to begin but as soon as I stepped foot in the gym I have always felt welcome. The environment of the gym is always…” — Elizabeth
11. Black Sheep Universe MMA
5 ★★★★★ 30 reviews
13. Chaos Fight Team
5 ★★★★★ 24 reviews
“Training with Coach Mike and Chaos fight team is an overall amazing experience. Great coaching staff, great facility, friendly and welcoming team and coaches. If you want to…” — Ethan
14. OCC Fight House
5 ★★★★★ 12 reviews
“It was my first time ever in any fighting gym and the owners were very friendly and welcoming! The class was fast paced, but the instructors made sure to take extra time with me…” — Genevieve
Booking your first class in Colorado Springs: practical notes
- Call ahead and say you're new. Ask which class they'd start a beginner with — many gyms have a beginner or all-levels class that's a gentler introduction than the advanced floor. A good front desk loves this question.
- Ask how sparring works. You won't be made to spar as a beginner; find out whether and how a gym introduces sparring so you know exactly what you're signing up for.
- Keep gear simple. Comfortable athletic clothes and water are enough for a first class — most gyms here lend gloves, so you can try kickboxing before buying anything. See the what-to-wear guide.
- Go at your own pace. Being winded the first time is normal and expected. Take breaks, drink water, and let your fitness build over your first few weeks — nobody expects a beginner to keep up with the regulars.
- Use a free trial. Many gyms offer a free trial class — the cheapest, lowest-pressure way to find the room that fits. See free kickboxing trial classes.
Beginner kickboxing near Colorado Springs
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