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Back to Basics Martial Arts & Fitness
5 ★★★★★ 75 Google reviews · Kickboxing gym in Boston, Massachusetts
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
- Women's classes dedicated women's kickboxing classes — a welcoming space to start out and train
- 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
- 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 backtobasicsboston.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone +1 339-927-1951
Hours
| Monday | 12–9:30 pm |
| Tuesday | 12–9:30 pm |
| Wednesday | Open 24 hours |
| Thursday | 12–9:30 pm |
| Friday | 5–9:30 pm |
| Saturday | 11 am–1 pm |
| Sunday | 10 am–2:30 pm |
The classes they run
“I am new to this kind of stuff but vic (Victoria) made me feel so special and welcome in the Sunday women’s only class.”
“Regarding the one Jiu-jitsu class I attended , Wed 7-9:30pm no gi beginners and advanced class: Top class gym Jeff the head coach is a legend and creates a great environment.”
“Provides context and references for the techniques he teaches Sparring was quality.”
“Whether you’re a complete beginner or an experienced fighter who wants to compete seriously, he can help you level up in every area.”
“With 10 years of Muay Thai experience in France and several fights under my belt, I can confidently say this is by far the best gym in Boston.”
“Not only do you receive masterclass lessons and private classes, but the community built within this gym is like no other.”
“For quite a while, I had been looking for a safe space where myself and my daughter can learn self defensive techniques and more.”
Other martial arts here
“With 10 years of Muay Thai experience in France and several fights under my belt, I can confidently say this is by far the best gym in Boston.”
“Last summer, I was living in Boston for my job and was unfamiliar with the area's MMA gyms.”
“Regarding the one Jiu-jitsu class I attended , Wed 7-9:30pm no gi beginners and advanced class: Top class gym Jeff the head coach is a legend and creates a great environment.”
What members say
“Regarding the one Jiu-jitsu class I attended , Wed 7-9:30pm no gi beginners and advanced class: Top class gym Jeff the head coach is a legend and creates a great environment.”
“The coaches are encouraging, they genuinely care about your progress and your goals, and you will get the best workout in all of Boston!”
“Whether you’re a complete beginner or an experienced fighter who wants to compete seriously, he can help you level up in every area.”
“This is a great gym for anyone at any skill level, from beginner to advanced.”
“I am new to this kind of stuff but vic (Victoria) made me feel so special and welcome in the Sunday women’s only class.”
“Most importantly, Jeff is an exceptional coach who empowers his students to develop their own style while also pushing them to surpass their physical and mental limits.”
From the reviews
I've been training with Coach Jeff for about a year now in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, Muay Thai, and fitness in both a private and class setting. I can without hesitation say that I am in the best shape of my life both physically and mentally thanks to this training.
Last summer, I was living in Boston for my job and was unfamiliar with the area's MMA gyms. After researching several options, I decided to check out Back to Basics. From the first class, I knew it was the perfect place for me to spend my summer training.
I'm a Berklee student and the gym is damn near crawling distance from school. The atmosphere is great for beginners and seasoned athletes combined wether you're trying for the first time, visiting on vacation, or just looking to get better.
If I could rate ten stars, I would. I started BJJ on a whim and was so nervous I would be completely out of my element, but I felt so accepted and encouraged with Jeff and the team.
New to kickboxing? Start at Back to Basics Martial Arts & Fitness
Back to Basics Martial Arts & Fitness 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 Back to Basics Martial Arts & Fitness
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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