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Ascension Martial Arts - AMA
4.9 ★★★★★ 210 Google reviews · Kickboxing gym in Oak Creek, Wisconsin
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 ascensionma.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone +1 414-856-9100
Hours
| Monday | 11 am–9 pm |
| Tuesday | 11 am–9 pm |
| Wednesday | 11 am–9 pm |
| Thursday | 11 am–9 pm |
| Friday | 3–7 pm |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“We especially appreciate how neurodivergent-friendly the program is; the team truly understands how to meet kids where they are and help them thrive.”
“As a woman, its hard to find a place that we feel safe enough to be aggressive yet vulnerable.”
“I also participate in the adult kick boxing and have been thoroughly enjoying the exercise, the drills and conditioning that my body needs to stay young.”
Other martial arts here
“I also participate in the adult kick boxing and have been thoroughly enjoying the exercise, the drills and conditioning that my body needs to stay young.”
“I take Taekwondo, Jiu Jitsu, and Sparring classes.”
What members say
“My son is an introvert and very shy. He loves coming to Ascension to learn, exercise and have fun.”
“The program has taught my son discipline and has increased his confidence greatly.”
“The instructors are caring, patient, and lead by example — creating a supportive and respectful environment for every student.”
From the reviews
This is where I began my search for a martial arts school for my girls - soon after it would become mine too. The first school called me 2 weeks after I already enrolled - the second school would not give me full details until I tried them - a mistake because now my kids wanted to join but had no clue of the financial…
We've had a wonderful experience at AMA over the past year. My son really enjoys the classes, which are kept at a manageable size so he always gets quality instruction. The instructors are kind, encouraging, and highly professional.
We had our son's birthday party here - he wanted a martial arts/Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtle party. The whole experience was great and stress-free! Everyone had a blast. The instructors were all so helpful with setting up, facilitating the activities, and making sure everyone was comfortable and having a good time.
I have been with Master Youn and AMA for 24 years. The instructors are excellent and the atmosphere is one where you work hard and have fun at the same time. In addition, the Little Dragons program is excellent too.
New to kickboxing? Start at Ascension Martial Arts - AMA
Ascension Martial Arts - AMA 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.
Your first kickboxing class at Ascension Martial Arts - AMA
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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