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Animal Instincts Muay Thai & BJJ

5 ★★★★★ 50 Google reviews · Kickboxing gym in Henderson, Nevada

Kickboxing gym Free trial Beginners welcome Kids & teens Cardio kickboxing Private lessons

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
  • 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
  • Private lessons one-on-one coaching available — a focused way to start or to work around a busy schedule; ask about availability and rates
  • Sparring sparring and partner work for members who want it — always optional, eased in gradually, with the coach controlling the contact
  • Today see hours ·
  • Website & schedule aimuaythaibjj.com — book classes and see the live schedule
  • Phone +1 725-400-5636

Hours

Monday 7 am–12 pm, 4–9 pm
Tuesday 6 am–12 pm, 4–9 pm
Wednesday 7 am–12 pm, 4–9 pm
Thursday 6 am–12 pm, 4–9 pm
Friday 7 am–12 pm, 4–9 pm
Saturday 9 am–1 pm
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 Animal Instincts Muay Thai & BJJ, confirmed in members' own reviews and the gym's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

🧒 Kids Kickboxing 6 mentions

“Also great woman’s class for body conditioning and to learn some striking while my daughter does competitive jiu-jitsu classes.”

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🌱 Beginners 4 mentions

“Starters such as my self felt very comfortable and welcome, really for all skill levels, coaches are enthusiastic and good teachers.”

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🦵 Muay Thai 9 mentions

“coach was super knowledgeable extremely helpful anybody looking to train Muay Thai or jujutsu I would definitely recommend them here.”

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🥊 Boxing

“The best Martial Arts (Muay Thai, BJJ and Boxing) in Henderson / Las Vegas NV.”

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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 Animal Instincts Muay Thai & BJJ — mined from their reviews and the gym's own info.

🦵 Muay Thai 8 mentions

“coach was super knowledgeable extremely helpful anybody looking to train Muay Thai or jujutsu I would definitely recommend them here.”

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🥊 Boxing

“The best Martial Arts (Muay Thai, BJJ and Boxing) in Henderson / Las Vegas NV.”

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🥋 Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu 6 mentions

“Also great woman’s class for body conditioning and to learn some striking while my daughter does competitive jiu-jitsu classes.”

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🛡️ Self-Defense

“Whether you are looking to get in shape, learn self defense or have your little ones built confidence and character, this is the place to be.”

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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 50 Google reviews — in their own words.

🧑‍🏫 expert, motivating coaching 3 mentions

“coach was super knowledgeable extremely helpful anybody looking to train Muay Thai or jujutsu I would definitely recommend them here.”

🌱 welcoming to beginners 9 mentions

“I was hesitant of going to a martial arts gyms cus others iv walked into seemed intimidating but they very friendly and welcoming.”

💦 killer cardio workout 2 mentions

“Also great woman’s class for body conditioning and to learn some striking while my daughter does competitive jiu-jitsu classes.”

🧒 strong kids program 2 mentions

“My daughters and son both train here and love it.”

🧠 builds confidence & relieves stress 4 mentions

“The coaches have really impacted my kids by giving them self confidence, having a fun environment and teach them how to defend themselves.”

🤝 friendly, family gym 12 mentions

“Always a fun, welcoming environment with lots of support from the coach and fellow class mates!”

From the reviews

Great place to train bjj and Muay Thai. I’ve known coach Maurice for 2 years now and I am glad to see he has his own gym now. I just started training there and I have two of my boys who attend the kids class. I enjoy going there it’s a family oriented place.

★★★★★ — Javi, Dec 2022

I signed up wanting to try Muay Thai, iv never taken any martial arts classes before I was slightly nervous but Kayla and Coach Mo made me feel very comfortable, they were always making sure I was doing good and explained anything that I was unsure about with my form or technique.

★★★★★ — Arthur, Jun 2025

This place is great! The trainers always provide a welcome atmosphere to everyone. My daughters and son both train here and love it. The coaches have really impacted my kids by giving them self confidence, having a fun environment and teach them how to defend themselves.

★★★★★ — Nicky, May 2023

Starters such as my self felt very comfortable and welcome, really for all skill levels, coaches are enthusiastic and good teachers. Look for coach Richard, Brian, Maurice they are wizards at the game with very detailed instructions.

★★★★★ — Angela, Jan 2023

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New to kickboxing? Start at Animal Instincts Muay Thai & BJJ

Animal Instincts Muay Thai & BJJ comes up as a beginner-friendly gym — noted on their own site. 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.

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Your first kickboxing class at Animal Instincts Muay Thai & BJJ

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 Animal Instincts Muay Thai & BJJ

1000 Stephanie Pl Unit 3, Henderson, NV89014

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