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Black Cat Mixed Martial Arts and Self Defense
5 ★★★★★ 25 Google reviews · Kickboxing gym in Morgantown, West Virginia
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
- Women's classes dedicated women's kickboxing classes — a welcoming space to start out and train
- 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 morgantownmma.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone (304) 290-0615
Hours
| Monday | Open 24 hours |
| Tuesday | Open 24 hours |
| Wednesday | Open 24 hours |
| Thursday | Open 24 hours |
| Friday | Open 24 hours |
| Saturday | Open 24 hours |
| Sunday | Open 24 hours |
The classes they run
“My daughter started in the Kitten Kombat classes in January, and I started the Kickboxing classes in June.”
“The main instructor, Josh, is an amazing teacher, even with children which are harder to teach due to attention and lack of physical control learned over years.”
“Knowledgeable, friendly, instructors, and a great atmosphere for the experienced, and beginners alike!”
“Definitely stop in Black Cat MMA if you’re wanting to get into shape, start a new hobby, learn to defend yourself, or want to compete.”
Other martial arts here
“Multiple disciplines offered, BJJ, MMA, wrestling, kickboxing, Kali, and JKD.”
“I've never actually been to this business, BUT Josh Fowler was an instrumental factor in my progression in BJJ when I lived in Morgantown.”
“The kids class provides a good foundation for self-defense, as well as the basics of jiu jitsu.”
What members say
“The main instructor, Josh, is an amazing teacher, even with children which are harder to teach due to attention and lack of physical control learned over years.”
“Welcoming and positive environment that encourages collaboration and skill development for all ages and backgrounds!”
“Josh (the owner) does an excellent job with the kids, and it's been a lot of fun watching my kid get more confident with herself and get stronger.”
“Definitely stop in Black Cat MMA if you’re wanting to get into shape, start a new hobby, learn to defend yourself, or want to compete.”
“Welcoming and positive environment that encourages collaboration and skill development for all ages and backgrounds!”
From the reviews
Black Cat is an excellent gym with an unrivaled culture! I have attended classes since the day the gym opened and I have always felt that I have fun and safe place to learn and grow in martial arts and as a person. Josh is a fantastic teacher, mentor, and friend to his students.
I honestly can't say enough good things about Black Cat. My daughter started in the Kitten Kombat classes in January, and I started the Kickboxing classes in June. Josh (the owner) does an excellent job with the kids, and it's been a lot of fun watching my kid get more confident with herself and get stronger.
I’ve known coach Josh Fowler for a long time now, and you won’t find many instructors who have the cumulative knowledge of many styles of martial arts like he does.
Solid place to train. Best MMA gym in Morgantown. All the coaches have a lot of knowledge in their respective sports. The owner, Josh Fowler, has always been one of the most knowledgeable martial artists I know. He’s also pretty quick with a joke.
New to kickboxing? Start at Black Cat Mixed Martial Arts and Self Defense
Black Cat Mixed Martial Arts and Self Defense 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 Black Cat Mixed Martial Arts and Self Defense
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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