The best kickboxing gyms in Kentucky
Ranked by the members who actually train there — Google rating weighted by review volume, across 4,049 reviews of Kentucky gyms. Minimum 20 reviews to qualify, real kickboxing gyms only, one location per chain, and nobody pays for a spot. Updated 2026.
#1 CycleYOU Fitness & Sauna
5 ★★★★★ 515 reviews · Lexington, KY
High-energy studio offering indoor cycling classes as well as yoga, barre, kickboxing and sauna sessions.
“In 2020, I joined CycleYOU and it quickly became my home. After some health concerns and anxiety, I took a break in late 2022. I recently found myself healthy again (both mentally …” — Kalee
#2 Derby City MMA
4.8 ★★★★★ 434 reviews · Louisville, KY
Family-friendly martial arts facility with boxing options and clean mats, plus classes for adults, kids and teens.
“Was in the area and asked if I could drop in for a class and they said come on in! Great staff, great instruction and cool people to roll with if you live in that area or are passi…” — Timothy
#3 TITLE Boxing Club Louisville Hurstbourne
4.9 ★★★★★ 364 reviews · Louisville, KY
Energetic gym specializing in heavy bag boxing fitness workouts and classes for all levels.
“A big fan of Title, I've been fortunate to have them almost everywhere I've relocated to. The Louisville location does not disappoint! Ruben, the GM of this location, does a great …” — Nestor
#4 Area 502 MMA
4.9 ★★★★★ 261 reviews · Louisville, KY
Welcoming gym focusing on boxing, jujitsu, kickboxing and MMA training as well as weightlifting and fitness classes.
“I used to train with the owner back when he was a kid with a dream in the back of a discount gym with a red tabby group of guys. He sure has come along way. The gym is great, and c…” — Aj
#5 Reaction MMA and Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
4.9 ★★★★★ 145 reviews · Nicholasville, KY
“Reaction MMA is a great place to train at. Whether you’re a hobbyist or competitor it is a great place to train at. Professor Nickerson and the rest of the coaching staff are all e…” — Markel
#6 Carlson Gracie NKY - Jiu-Jitsu, MMA, Judo, & Muay Thai
5 ★★★★★ 121 reviews · Newport, KY
“My six year old daughter has been going to this gym for almost seven months and she loves it. I wanted to sign her up for something where she could be active and that also has real…” — Cara
#7 HITS Boxing Club
4.7 ★★★★★ 160 reviews · Lexington, KY
Clean fitness center offering boxing, MMA, kickboxing and high-intensity interval training classes.
“A few years ago, I had a coworker that I would regularly chide for taking long lunches. One day he told me that he was going boxing on his lunch break and he invited me to join him…” — Seth
#8 Real Fighters Gym, LLC
5 ★★★★★ 114 reviews · Louisville, KY
“I’ve been taking Muay Thai here for about 6 months. Hadn’t ever done any combat sport before in my life. Coaches Eric and Tony are excellent, getting you started with the basics an…” — Alley
#9 CORE Combat Sports
4.7 ★★★★★ 111 reviews · Louisville, KY
Club offering various martial arts classes and instruction, including kickboxing and self-defense, in a welcoming environment.
“The best martial arts gym in Louisville! Has classes for all of the family, especially their BJJ program, with an incredibly well trained and professional staff. Truly a supportive…” — Emily
#10 Gracie Owensboro
5 ★★★★★ 79 reviews · Owensboro, KY
“Gracie is best training there is by far. The instructors at Gracie are the most capable instructors I have ever met for children or adults.” — Jon