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Bismarck Self Defense Academy
5 ★★★★★ 18 Google reviews · Kickboxing gym in Bismarck, North Dakota
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
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule icedragonacademy.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone +1 701-226-2205
Hours
| Monday | 5:30–8:30 pm |
| Tuesday | 5:30–8:30 pm |
| Wednesday | 5:30–8:30 pm |
| Thursday | 5:30–8:30 pm |
| Friday | 5:30–8:30 pm |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
Other martial arts here
“BJJ and Kickboxing are excellent skills to learn for defense and fitness.”
What members say
“Great instructor, great people to train with and a very friendly environment.”
“This is a very knowledgeable dojo with a friendly atmosphere and a smart and experienced coach.”
From the reviews
Amazing instructors and friendly training partners. 10/10 would train here again.
Stopped in for a drop in session while in town for work and it was a great experience. The instructor even asked if I as an outsider wanted to work on anything. Great guys to roll with and I will definitely check back in next time im in town.
This is a very knowledgeable dojo with a friendly atmosphere and a smart and experienced coach. You never have to worry about people trying to bully or intimidate you because everyone is there to better each other and it shows. You will get in great physical and mental shape by going here. Osu!
Great and very knowledgeable people, also a very welcoming environment to newcomers. Josh and Trevor are excellent teachers. BJJ and Kickboxing are excellent skills to learn for defense and fitness.
New to kickboxing? Start at Bismarck Self Defense Academy
Bismarck Self Defense Academy 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 Bismarck Self Defense Academy
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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