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Central Martial Arts
4.8 ★★★★★ 40 Google reviews · Kickboxing gym in Dallas, 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 (ages 4–12) — 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
- 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 centralmartialarts.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone +1 972-373-4774
Hours
| Monday | 12–9 pm |
| Tuesday | 12–9 pm |
| Wednesday | 12–9 pm |
| Thursday | 12–9 pm |
| Friday | 12–9 pm |
| Saturday | 9 am–3 pm |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“Our kids joined Central Martial Arts about two years ago when it was still at the Fores Lane location, and we couldn’t be happier with our experience.”
“TK and Ohm teach everything well and usually end the class with light sparring.”
“They encourage light sparring as opposed to hard sparring unless you’re gonna be in a tournament which is just great coaching.”
“Highly recommend for young kids and teens.”
Other martial arts here
“Used to do mma then focused on grappling for a while so coming back to striking was nice especially with teachers like this.”
“Used to do mma then focused on grappling for a while so coming back to striking was nice especially with teachers like this.”
What members say
“They encourage light sparring as opposed to hard sparring unless you’re gonna be in a tournament which is just great coaching.”
“In both my children, I’ve seen increased confidence, improved discipline and listening, and of course flexibility and strength.”
“They encourage light sparring as opposed to hard sparring unless you’re gonna be in a tournament which is just great coaching.”
“The most important thing is he loves his classes and every day checks if we are going there or no😂🤣 it worth the money and time definitely.”
“Even in a group class setting, they find ways to give individual attention to every student, helping them improve their technique, build confidence, and reach their full potential.”
“My 6 and 9 year old daughters have been training here for about a year and we LOVE the CMA family!”
From the reviews
I cannot say enough good things about Central Martial Arts, the instructors and owners. The system of teaching is so much fun for kids and adults alike. And I truly believe that they care about our family. My children and I have both learned so much from them. They have truly made a difference in our lives !
Our daughter started taking classes here when she was 4! She continues to take lessons and LOVES it! The instructors are amazing! Kind, caring, supportive and GREAT with kiddos! They make learning fun and challenging while teaching the students respect and discipline.
Amazing studio and staffs! The martial arts instructor team are experts at both their skills and teaching. I've seen big improvements in my son after training there 10 months!
Central Martial Arts is truly exceptional! Every class starts right on time and is so well-structured that kids stay engaged, focused, and excited from start to finish.
New to kickboxing? Start at Central Martial Arts
Central 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.
Your first kickboxing class at Central 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.
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