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Carlson Gracie NKY - Jiu-Jitsu, MMA, Judo, & Muay Thai

5 ★★★★★ 121 Google reviews · Kickboxing gym in Newport, Kentucky

Kickboxing gym Free trial Kids & teens Cardio kickboxing Private lessons

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
  • 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
  • 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
  • Today see hours ·
  • Website & schedule carlsongracienky.com — book classes and see the live schedule
  • Phone (859) 414-6701

Hours

Monday 11 AM–1 PM, 5:30–9:30 PM
Tuesday 11 AM–1 PM, 5:30–9:30 PM
Wednesday 11 AM–1 PM, 5:30–9:30 PM
Thursday 12–1 PM, 5:30–9:30 PM
Friday 11 AM–1 PM, 5:30–8:30 PM
Saturday 2–4 PM
Sunday 11 AM–1 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 Carlson Gracie NKY - Jiu-Jitsu, MMA, Judo, & Muay Thai, confirmed in members' own reviews and the gym's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

🧒 Kids Kickboxing 6 mentions

“My daughter (10 years old) has been training here for a little over 7 months in the Little Bulldogs class for BJJ and recently added the striking class.”

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🤜 Sparring 2 mentions

“The gym is in a great location - right after open mat I went to the aquarium just down the road!”

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🦵 Muay Thai 2 mentions

“But great atmosphere and they offer so many types of training (Muay Thai, judo, jiu jitsu, etc).”

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🥊 Boxing

“They have a huge facility with a boxing ring, full size cage, and most important a great group of training partners.”

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👤 Private Lessons

“Just started private lessons with Matt 3 weeks ago and love it!”

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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 Carlson Gracie NKY - Jiu-Jitsu, MMA, Judo, & Muay Thai — mined from their reviews and the gym's own info.

🦵 Muay Thai 2 mentions

“But great atmosphere and they offer so many types of training (Muay Thai, judo, jiu jitsu, etc).”

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🥊 Boxing

“They have a huge facility with a boxing ring, full size cage, and most important a great group of training partners.”

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🏟️ MMA 2 mentions

“I’ve tried many MMA gyms both in Northern Kentucky and Cincinnati, and this is by far the best gym I’ve been too.”

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🥋 Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu 14 mentions

“My daughter (10 years old) has been training here for a little over 7 months in the Little Bulldogs class for BJJ and recently added the striking class.”

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🛡️ Self-Defense

“Highly recommend for anyone who wants to learn self defense or to simply get a great workout in.”

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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 121 Google reviews — in their own words.

🧑‍🏫 expert, motivating coaching 4 mentions

“Not only was the head coach (Andy) super knowledgeable and an amazing teacher but the students (Ben + others) were also kind and welcoming despite me just dropping by.”

🌱 welcoming to beginners 9 mentions

“Not only was the head coach (Andy) super knowledgeable and an amazing teacher but the students (Ben + others) were also kind and welcoming despite me just dropping by.”

🧠 builds confidence & relieves stress 2 mentions

“She’s learned so much in the time she’s been training and her confidence has grown.”

🤝 friendly, family gym 17 mentions

“Not only was the head coach (Andy) super knowledgeable and an amazing teacher but the students (Ben + others) were also kind and welcoming despite me just dropping by.”

From the reviews

My six year old daughter has been going to this gym for almost seven months and she loves it. I wanted to sign her up for something where she could be active and that also has real world application. She has fun while learning structure, gaining confidence, a hard work ethic, etc.

★★★★★ — Cara, Aug 2022

Carlson Gracie NKY is everything you want in a BJJ/MMA gym. They have a huge facility with a boxing ring, full size cage, and most important a great group of training partners. I’ve been training BJJ for five years. I was I town for work and I felt right at home training here.

★★★★★ — Daniel, Feb 2020

I received such a warm welcome from the owner Andy. I was in town for a few days for a quick vacation trip and needed a place to train. I had some awesome rolls with some great people. The gym is in a great location - right after open mat I went to the aquarium just down the road!

★★★★★ — Gracie, Apr 2024

Came to the open mat here on Sunday when I was traveling from out of town. All the instructors and students were remarkably friendly and welcoming. Plenty of competitive and challenging rolls. The facility is clean and big. I only train jiu jitsu but they have Muay Thai and other programs.

★★★★★ — Michael, Oct 2022

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Your first kickboxing class at Carlson Gracie NKY - Jiu-Jitsu, MMA, Judo, & Muay Thai

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 Carlson Gracie NKY - Jiu-Jitsu, MMA, Judo, & Muay Thai

818 Monmouth St, Newport, KY41071

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