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CFS Academy
5 ★★★★★ 120 Google reviews · Kickboxing gym in Shillington, Pennsylvania
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 7–13) — 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 cfsacademy.net — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone +1 610-568-8016
Hours
| Monday | 8 am–8 pm |
| Tuesday | 11 am–7 pm |
| Wednesday | 11 am–8 pm |
| Thursday | 11 am–8 pm |
| Friday | 12–5 pm |
| Saturday | 9 am–12:30 pm |
| Sunday | 9–11 am |
The classes they run
“I definitely recommend the women’s kickboxing class on Thursdays- Alaina is awesome and gives you an amazing workout!”
“My son takes Youth Muay Thai there as well and I would highly recommend the CFS youth program, compared to other local programs he has been in.”
“I definitely recommend the women’s kickboxing class on Thursdays- Alaina is awesome and gives you an amazing workout!”
“A multitude of classes are available - from boxing, to Muay Thai, to BJJ - and there are ample options of each for students of all skill levels.”
“I take Muay Thai classes with Coach David, who is extremely knowledgeable about the combat arts and body mechanics, and challenges students in a helpful and encouraging way.”
“A multitude of classes are available - from boxing, to Muay Thai, to BJJ - and there are ample options of each for students of all skill levels.”
Other martial arts here
“I take Muay Thai classes with Coach David, who is extremely knowledgeable about the combat arts and body mechanics, and challenges students in a helpful and encouraging way.”
“A multitude of classes are available - from boxing, to Muay Thai, to BJJ - and there are ample options of each for students of all skill levels.”
“I have recommended CFS Academy to others interested in learning mixed martial arts and enjoy the no nonsense approach to learning what is effective for the individual.”
“A multitude of classes are available - from boxing, to Muay Thai, to BJJ - and there are ample options of each for students of all skill levels.”
What members say
“I take Muay Thai classes with Coach David, who is extremely knowledgeable about the combat arts and body mechanics, and challenges students in a helpful and encouraging way.”
“As someone who has always been intimidated by gyms, CFS is now my favorite place to do workouts due to how welcoming, friendly, supportive and experienced the owners are.”
“I definitely recommend the women’s kickboxing class on Thursdays- Alaina is awesome and gives you an amazing workout!”
“The place is set up thoughtfully and is exceptionally clean.”
“I definitely recommend the women’s kickboxing class on Thursdays- Alaina is awesome and gives you an amazing workout!”
“I’d recommend this class to anyone looking for a fun way to get fit and release stress.”
From the reviews
Best experience I have had in a combat gym. As a female in a male dominated sport, I feel welcomed and accepted at CFS academy. The owner, Dave Harr, has created an environment where all individuals experience a phenomenal workout and improve their skill set.
My son just started here and we feel like family already. My son was going to another place and it does not compare to CFS Academy. The staff are exceptional, friendly and very skilled. My son has learned so much in the short time he has been coming here. I love this place.
After conducting extensive searches for the perfect gym, I found what I was looking for in CFS Academy. The coaches here are exceptional,passionate, skilled, and eager to impart their knowledge.
I have trained in gyms all across the country, with all kinds of fighters and coaches. The atmosphere at CFS is top tier and Dave, the owner, one of the best coaches I have ever had the pleasure to work with.
New to kickboxing? Start at CFS Academy
CFS Academy 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 CFS Academy
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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