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Black Widow MMA
4.9 ★★★★★ 122 Google reviews · Kickboxing gym in Austin, Texas
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
- 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 blackwidowmma.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone (512) 665-0468
Hours
| Monday | 12–1:30 PM, 4:15–9:30 PM |
| Tuesday | 12–1:30 PM, 4:15–9 PM |
| Wednesday | 12–1:30 PM, 4:15–9:30 PM |
| Thursday | 6–7 AM, 4:15–8:30 PM |
| Friday | 10:30 AM–2:30 PM, 6–7:30 PM |
| Saturday | 9:30 AM–1:30 PM |
| Sunday | 9 AM–7 PM |
The classes they run
“My sons, ages 10 and 12, have trained in the youth program for the last 5 months and gained so much strength in addition to the fun they've had with Coaches Johnny and Dylan.”
“There’s also a free women’s class on Saturday at noon that many women start out with.”
“If you’re interested in trying martial arts for the first time or if you’re experienced and looking for a great gym in Austin, come on by Black Widow MMA, you will not regret it.”
“Our children have been doing Muay Thai and jujitsu with Bitsy and Jorge since they started the school.”
Other martial arts here
“Our children have been doing Muay Thai and jujitsu with Bitsy and Jorge since they started the school.”
“I have trained at several gyms from MMA gyms with current and former UFC world champions, to ones with only hobbyists and Black Widow MMA is by far my favorite gym of all of them.”
“I primarily train no gi jiu jitsu here and having access to the New Wave members as coaches has been an incredible asset to my practice.”
What members say
“I can say that from its world-class coaching to its amazing sense of community, Black Widow has changed my life for the better.”
“If you’re interested in trying martial arts for the first time or if you’re experienced and looking for a great gym in Austin, come on by Black Widow MMA, you will not regret it.”
“Not only have I lost 15 pounds and improved my balance, but I’ve also made some real friends along the way.”
“My kids love coming here and I love to watch their interactions with the coaches.”
“The coaches there really care about your improvement no matter what level you are at, from complete beginners to pro fighters.”
“If you’re interested in trying martial arts for the first time or if you’re experienced and looking for a great gym in Austin, come on by Black Widow MMA, you will not regret it.”
From the reviews
Our children have been doing Muay Thai and jujitsu with Bitsy and Jorge since they started the school. I can’t say enough love about these two and how they lead with love, care, and precision. My kids love coming here and I love to watch their interactions with the coaches.
Cannot say enough good things about this gym, the coaches, and the community. My sons, ages 10 and 12, have trained in the youth program for the last 5 months and gained so much strength in addition to the fun they've had with Coaches Johnny and Dylan.
Our kids/family have been doing MMA/jujitsu for almost 8 years now, since our oldest daughter was 4 years old. And in that period of time, we’ve had to move many times. As a consequence of this we’ve had a lot of exposure to many different clubs, gyms, dojos, etc.
I've been attending this gym since May of 2023--I never anticipated being as engrained as I am today. This is a great place to begin, continue, and advance your martial arts practice. All of the coaches are approachable and dedicated to making the athletes better.
New to kickboxing? Start at Black Widow MMA
Black Widow MMA 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 Widow MMA
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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