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Academy of Martial Arts

4.9 ★★★★★ 46 Google reviews · Kickboxing gym in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma

Kickboxing gym Free trial Beginners welcome Kids & teens Competition team Affiliated

Affiliated gym — reviews and the gym's own info suggest it belongs to a known kickboxing or boxing-fitness franchise or network (think 9Round, iLoveKickboxing, CKO, TITLE Boxing Club or Jabz). Franchise gyms run a consistent class format and are often a friendly, familiar place to start. If a specific brand matters to you, confirm it on the gym's own site.

Plan your first class

  • Free trial or intro class most gyms welcome new members with a free trial or intro class — check their site or give them a call to book your first session
  • Beginner-friendly all fitness levels welcome, including total beginners — no experience needed, and you get in shape by training, not before
  • 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 ·
  • Website & schedule okcama.com — book classes and see the live schedule
  • Phone (405) 378-9675

Hours

Monday 6–9 PM
Tuesday 5–8:30 PM
Wednesday 6–9 PM
Thursday 5–8:30 PM
Friday 6:30–8 PM
Saturday 10:30 AM–2 PM
Sunday 6:30–8 PM

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 10 mentions

“This place rocks, my daughter loves the kids class, she looks forward to going everytime, the coaches are all great.”

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🌱 Beginners 4 mentions

“Whether you're a beginner or advanced, this gym is perfect for anyone looking to improve their Jiu Jitsu skills.”

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🤜 Sparring

“Open mat on Friday 630pm all are welcome”

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🏆 Competition Team

“Weather your looking to compete, get into shape, or just learn martial arts, AMA is the place to go!”

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🦵 Muay Thai 7 mentions

“As far as I know he is also the only instructor in oklahoma with both certified muay thai instructions with TBA, as well as a black belt under RT assoc.”

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🥊 Boxing 2 mentions

“Coach Coleman has extensive knowledge in Muay Thai, BJJ, Boxing and Wrestling.”

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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.

🦵 Muay Thai 7 mentions

“As far as I know he is also the only instructor in oklahoma with both certified muay thai instructions with TBA, as well as a black belt under RT assoc.”

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🥊 Boxing 2 mentions

“Coach Coleman has extensive knowledge in Muay Thai, BJJ, Boxing and Wrestling.”

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🏟️ MMA 2 mentions

“My daughter participates in the kids Mixed Martial Arts class 2 days a week.”

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🥋 Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu 7 mentions

“Whether you're a beginner or advanced, this gym is perfect for anyone looking to improve their Jiu Jitsu skills.”

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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 46 Google reviews — in their own words.

🧑‍🏫 expert, motivating coaching 7 mentions

“Coach Coleman cares about his students and their goals whether it's to get in shape, lose weight, or become a pro fighter.”

🌱 welcoming to beginners 6 mentions

“It is great place for beginners, children and those who are wanting to maintain physical fitness”

🏆 active competition / fight team 2 mentions

“Coach Coleman cares about his students and their goals whether it's to get in shape, lose weight, or become a pro fighter.”

💗 welcoming to women 6 mentions

“The gym is impeccably clean and has a genuinely welcoming, female-friendly atmosphere.”

🤝 friendly, family gym 8 mentions

“It is never boring and I feel that I have a new family to support me on my health journey.”

From the reviews

Academy of Martial Arts is the place to go! Adult or child, Coach Coleman offer the best knowledge in multiple martial arts for any and all ages and skill levels. I was very intimidated when I first started going to AMA, but the instructors and students made me feel like I belonged there.

★★★★★ — Lacy, Feb 2015

I had a fantastic experience at AMA! The gym is impeccably clean and has a genuinely welcoming, female-friendly atmosphere. Training here is comfortable, especially with the incredible support from both instructors and fellow students.

★★★★★ — Alisha, Dec 2024

Greatest martial arts gym in the state! Coach Coleman is hands down the best in the biz. As far as I know he is also the only instructor in oklahoma with both certified muay thai instructions with TBA, as well as a black belt under RT assoc.

★★★★★ — Kyle, Feb 2015

This place rocks, my daughter loves the kids class, she looks forward to going everytime, the coaches are all great. I would recommend this place to anyone at any age.

★★★★★ — Dylan, Jul 2016

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New to kickboxing? Start at Academy of Martial Arts

Academy of 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.

See their beginner class info

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

7315 S Shields Blvd, Oklahoma City, OK73149

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