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A&K Mixed Martial Arts
4.8 ★★★★★ 26 Google reviews · Kickboxing gym in Jacksonville, Florida
Plan your first class
- Beginner-friendly all fitness levels welcome, including total beginners — no experience needed, and you get in shape by training, not before
- Cardio kickboxing classes high-energy cardio kickboxing on the bags and pads — a fun, sweaty workout built for fitness and weight loss, at your own pace
- Kids & teen classes kids and teen kickboxing classes — built around confidence, focus, and fun
- Sparring sparring and partner work for members who want it — always optional, eased in gradually, with the coach controlling the contact
- Competition team a competition team for members who want to test themselves in the ring — amateur kickboxing, muay thai, or K-1
- Today see hours ·
- Phone +1 904-776-3353
Hours
| Monday | 9 am–9 pm |
| Tuesday | 9 am–9 pm |
| Wednesday | 9 am–9 pm |
| Thursday | 9 am–9 pm |
| Friday | 9 am–9 pm |
| Saturday | 9 am–12 pm |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“It has been an amazing experience seeing my son grow in discipline, focus and skills under the instruction of Erik and Jamil at A&K Mixed Martial Arts.”
“Whether you are experienced or a beginner, you will find the instructors will meet you right where you are.”
“Excellent boxing classes if you want to learn proper boxing techniques and get into top shape.”
Other martial arts here
“Excellent boxing classes if you want to learn proper boxing techniques and get into top shape.”
“It has been an amazing experience seeing my son grow in discipline, focus and skills under the instruction of Erik and Jamil at A&K Mixed Martial Arts.”
“Our child has been attending karate classes here for almost a year, and we couldn’t be happier!”
What members say
“Excellent coach Eric who passes on all his skills”
“Whether you are experienced or a beginner, you will find the instructors will meet you right where you are.”
“It has been an amazing experience seeing my son grow in discipline, focus and skills under the instruction of Erik and Jamil at A&K Mixed Martial Arts.”
“The atmosphere is warm and welcoming, yet discipline and respect for the sport are always prioritized.”
From the reviews
It has been an amazing experience seeing my son grow in discipline, focus and skills under the instruction of Erik and Jamil at A&K Mixed Martial Arts. The camaraderie between the students is priceless. The adult classes are fantastic as well.
Excellent boxing classes if you want to learn proper boxing techniques and get into top shape. This is a great workout mentally and physically. Eric is a very skilled and talented instructor he is good with kids and adults. He offers some of the best martial arts classes in Jacksonville.
This is a great school that develops MMA skills.Excellent coach Eric who passes on all his skills
Excellent dojo and professional instructor! Our child has been attending karate classes here for almost a year, and we couldn’t be happier! The atmosphere is warm and welcoming, yet discipline and respect for the sport are always prioritized.
New to kickboxing? Start at A&K Mixed Martial Arts
A&K Mixed Martial Arts comes up as a beginner-friendly gym, going by their listing and members’ reviews. If you've never thrown a punch or a kick, that's exactly who a good beginners class is for. A few things worth knowing before your first week. First, you don't need to be fit or coordinated to start — you get in shape by training, not before it, and coaches scale every drill to you. Second, you won't be thrown into hard sparring — reputable gyms build the basics (stance, footwork, and punches and kicks on pads and bags) first, and any contact eases in gradually under a coach's control. Third, all fitness levels really are welcome — ask about a dedicated beginners or fundamentals class time so your first session is alongside others who are also starting out. Most gyms are happy to let you watch or try a class first, so reach out before you commit.
Your first kickboxing class at A&K Mixed Martial Arts
Nervous about walking into a kickboxing gym for the first time? Almost everyone is, and good coaches expect beginners to come through the door. Here's what to know. What to expect: a typical first class is a warm-up, then drilling the basics — stance, footwork, and punches and kicks on pads or a heavy bag — not hard sparring. Go at your own pace and rest whenever you need to; no one will bat an eye. What to wear: comfortable athletic clothes you can move and sweat in, and supportive trainers. What to bring: water, and hand wraps and gloves if you have them — many gyms lend loaner gloves for a first class, so it's worth asking when you call. As you keep training you'll add your own gloves and wraps (and shin guards once you start sparring). Sparring is optional and eases in gradually, once your basics are solid. Arrive 10–15 minutes early to sign a waiver and meet the coach. It gets easier fast — most people feel far more at home by their third class.
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