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Bams Martial Arts & Fitness
4.9 ★★★★★ 35 Google reviews · Kickboxing gym in Laurel, Maryland
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
- Kids & teen classes kids and teen kickboxing classes — built around confidence, focus, and fun
- 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 thebams.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone (301) 776-0909
Hours
| Monday | 3–9 PM |
| Tuesday | 3–9 PM |
| Wednesday | 3–9 PM |
| Thursday | 3–9 PM |
| Friday | 3–9 PM |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“We were so impressed with this school and community that my husband and I joined a month after my daughter.”
“The Bams impressive team can take any individual (beginner, like myself, or blackbelt) to a whole new level in their martial arts/self defense skills/fitness/attitude.”
“The instructors are top world competitors and they are amazing teachers.”
Other martial arts here
“She has tried a few different karate places, but this one seems to show them more of what real life events and exercises that helps them get stronger and healthier.”
“The Bams impressive team can take any individual (beginner, like myself, or blackbelt) to a whole new level in their martial arts/self defense skills/fitness/attitude.”
What members say
“The Bams impressive team can take any individual (beginner, like myself, or blackbelt) to a whole new level in their martial arts/self defense skills/fitness/attitude.”
“The women's self defensive classes are effective and a great way to burn calories.”
“I've seen my son blossom into an honorable respectable intelligent 6 year old boy destined for success and determined to do more, be more.”
“The women's self defensive classes are effective and a great way to burn calories.”
“Every class is more than simply learning forms and drills, but is also full of wisdom and life lessons on confidence, success, focus, and respect.”
“This is a family owned and operated business with world champion black belt, vetted individuals that teach not just martial arts but true values to youth and adults.”
From the reviews
I found The BAMs four years ago in my search for an intense workout. From the moment I arrived I knew I was in the right place. It has been an awesome journey with both personal highs and lows. Martial Arts was something new for me coming from a ballet background.
Bams Martial Arts and Fitness is a great place for children ages 2 and up to learn martial arts. My daughter Trinity has improved in being assertive, student helper overall skilled in class. It's truly amazing to see how much Trinity has bloomed over the years with Ms. Kimber and Professor Bam.
It's a small style family owned martial arts studio. They were offering classes via zoom due to covid and also in person following necessary protocols. My 15 yr old grandson attends. He's never taken any martial arts or self defense classes or sports classes before. He loves his karate class.
I became interested in Martial Arts after taking a Tai Chi class with the county recreation department. As an adult beginner I was looking for dedicated adult class at a time I could attend. This is what initially attracted me to The BAMs because they had twice a week classes at 8:20 pm.
New to kickboxing? Start at Bams Martial Arts & Fitness
Bams 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 Bams 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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