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Caliber Martial Arts

5 ★★★★★ 32 Google reviews · Kickboxing gym in Elkhorn, Wisconsin

Beginners welcome Kids & teens Cardio kickboxing Competition team

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 (ages 6–15) — built around confidence, focus, and fun
  • 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 calibermartialarts.com — book classes and see the live schedule
  • Phone +1 262-325-6467

Hours

Monday 5:30–7:30 pm
Tuesday 5 pm–12 am
Wednesday 12–9 am
Thursday 5–9 pm
Friday 6–7:30 am
Saturday 9–11 am
Sunday 12–1:30 pm

Hours shift for holidays and class-schedule changes — worth a quick check before a special trip.

The classes they run

Kickboxing classes on the schedule at Caliber Martial Arts, confirmed in members' own reviews and the gym's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

🧒 Kids Kickboxing 9 mentions

“My son has been training with the instructors (Derek, Buckles, and Chris) for over two years and it has been the best experience for him by far!”

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🌱 Beginners 5 mentions

“I joined with absolutely no experience, with the hopes of learning how to protect myself, and to improve my overall health.”

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🤜 Sparring

“I went to an open mat, and everyone was incredible, from the coaches to the students.”

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🦵 Muay Thai

“The pedigree and lineage of Caliber is very strong in Muay Thai and Jiujitsu alike.”

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Other martial arts here

Kickboxing gyms are usually multi-discipline. Here's what else members mention training under the same roof at Caliber Martial Arts — mined from their reviews and the gym's own info.

🦵 Muay Thai

“The pedigree and lineage of Caliber is very strong in Muay Thai and Jiujitsu alike.”

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🥋 Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu 12 mentions

“All while having fun and making friends, the kids class delivers BJJ fundamentals and important character building lessons, elevating confidence and discipline.”

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🛡️ Self-Defense 6 mentions

“Really enjoyed learning everything we were taught in the women’s self defense class, great facility, awesome trainers, would definitely recommend to friends and family!”

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Disciplines are mined from reviews and the gym's own info — they show what members have trained, not a formal class guarantee. If you specifically want muay thai, boxing, or MMA alongside your kickboxing, confirm the current schedule with the gym.

What members say

The things reviewers bring up again and again across 32 Google reviews — in their own words.

🧑‍🏫 expert, motivating coaching 4 mentions

“Caliber Martial Arts is an exceptional martial arts academy that combines welcoming atmosphere, great instruction, supportive training partners, and a fun environment.”

🌱 welcoming to beginners 10 mentions

“Caliber Martial Arts is an exceptional martial arts academy that combines welcoming atmosphere, great instruction, supportive training partners, and a fun environment.”

🏆 active competition / fight team 2 mentions
🧼 clean, well-equipped gym 4 mentions

“Really enjoyed learning everything we were taught in the women’s self defense class, great facility, awesome trainers, would definitely recommend to friends and family!”

💗 welcoming to women 3 mentions

“Really enjoyed learning everything we were taught in the women’s self defense class, great facility, awesome trainers, would definitely recommend to friends and family!”

🧠 builds confidence & relieves stress 3 mentions

“All while having fun and making friends, the kids class delivers BJJ fundamentals and important character building lessons, elevating confidence and discipline.”

From the reviews

My son has been attending Caliber for the last year and has since gained a wealth of skill and knowledge for his young age. All while having fun and making friends, the kids class delivers BJJ fundamentals and important character building lessons, elevating confidence and discipline.

★★★★★ — Danielle, May 2024

Caliber isn’t just a gym. From the second you step foot on the mats you become family. From the lowest belt to the highest everyone is there to help each other grow and develop next level skills. It’s an excellent place to train for all ages. They offer kids class, beginner classes, and advanced.

★★★★★ — Kyle, May 2024

"Caliber Martial Arts is exceptional! The instructors are both skilled and passionate, fostering a welcoming environment for all. The sense of community here is inspiring, motivating students to reach their goals. Highly recommend this gym for anyone looking to learn jiujitsu in a supportive environment!"

★★★★★ — Josh, May 2024

Excellent gym and excellent instructors! Super spacious and everyone is friendly and welcoming. My son has been training with the instructors (Derek, Buckles, and Chris) for over two years and it has been the best experience for him by far!

★★★★★ — Stacey, May 2024

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New to kickboxing? Start at Caliber Martial Arts

Caliber Martial Arts 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.

See their beginner class info

Your first kickboxing class at Caliber Martial Arts

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.

Kickboxing is a contact sport. Warm up, pace yourself, listen to your coaches, and if you have any injuries or health concerns, mention them before class and check with a doctor if you're unsure.

Where to find Caliber Martial Arts

540 E Centralia St, Elkhorn, WI53121

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