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Academy of Martial Arts

5 ★★★★★ 15 Google reviews · Kickboxing gym in Arnold, Missouri

Kickboxing gym Kids & teens Cardio kickboxing

Plan your first class

  • 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
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  • Website & schedule academyofmartialartsmo.com — book classes and see the live schedule
  • Phone +1 636-633-0676

Hours

Monday 6–8 pm
Tuesday 5:30–7:30 pm
Wednesday Closed
Thursday 5:30–7:30 pm
Friday Closed
Saturday Closed
Sunday Closed

Hours shift for holidays and class-schedule changes — worth a quick check before a special trip.

The classes they run

Kickboxing classes on the schedule at Academy of Martial Arts, confirmed in members' own reviews and the gym's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

🧒 Kids Kickboxing 8 mentions

“We love going here as a family my daughter takes karate and he is real patient with her and all the kids and me and my Husband ❤️ go here and we have learned a lot.”

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🤜 Sparring

“He doesnt just teach moves; he breaks down the 'why' behind every technique, focusing on practical, real-world self-defense rather than just sport sparring.”

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Other martial arts here

Kickboxing gyms are usually multi-discipline. Here's what else members mention training under the same roof at Academy of Martial Arts — mined from their reviews and the gym's own info.

🥋 Karate

“We love going here as a family my daughter takes karate and he is real patient with her and all the kids and me and my Husband ❤️ go here and we have learned a lot.”

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🛡️ Self-Defense 3 mentions

“Patrick is a great teacher who focuses on supporting his students to be aware of environmental risks and dangers and developing strong self defense skills and tactics.”

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Disciplines are mined from reviews and the gym's own info — they show what members have trained, not a formal class guarantee. If you specifically want muay thai, boxing, or MMA alongside your kickboxing, confirm the current schedule with the gym.

What members say

The things reviewers bring up again and again across 15 Google reviews — in their own words.

🧑‍🏫 expert, motivating coaching 4 mentions

“Pat is a great instructor and he takes time with each child to make sure they learn and it is not just about money to him.”

🧒 strong kids program 2 mentions

“Enrolled my daughter in his classes and she loves it!”

🧠 builds confidence & relieves stress 2 mentions

“The classes are a fantastic, high-intensity workout that leaves me feeling empowered.”

🤝 friendly, family gym 5 mentions

“We love going here as a family my daughter takes karate and he is real patient with her and all the kids and me and my Husband ❤️ go here and we have learned a lot.”

From the reviews

Excellent instructor and very welcoming environment. Enrolled my daughter in his classes and she loves it! just watching Patrick teach all of his younger students was inspiring. He’s a fantastic teacher with a ton of patience and knowledge of all types of martial arts.

★★★★★ — Shane, May 2026

I’ve been training woth Patrick for couple of months, and it has been so fun and educational. He is incredibly welcoming, patient, and knowledgeable. He doesnt just teach moves; he breaks down the 'why' behind every technique, focusing on practical, real-world self-defense rather than just sport sparring.

★★★★★ — Viktoriya, May 2026

My 2 daughters and I have been attending AMA for several years. Patrick is very knowledgable and knows a lot of different styles. We learn self defense, Taekwondo, and groundwork in addition to kickboxing. The actual gym is very basic but has everything you need.

★★★★★ — J, Oct 2024

Pat is a great instructor and he takes time with each child to make sure they learn and it is not just about money to him. It is about the children and adults under his leadership.

★★★★★ — Charles, May 2026

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Your first kickboxing class at Academy of 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.

Kickboxing is a contact sport. Warm up, pace yourself, listen to your coaches, and if you have any injuries or health concerns, mention them before class and check with a doctor if you're unsure.

Where to find Academy of Martial Arts

3740 Telegraph Rd, Arnold, MO63010

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