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Champion Karate & Kickboxing

5 ★★★★★ 22 Google reviews · Kickboxing gym in Little River, South Carolina

Kickboxing gym Kids & teens

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Hours

Monday 11 am–8 pm
Tuesday 11 am–8 pm
Wednesday 11 am–8 pm
Thursday 11 am–8 pm
Friday 11 am–7 pm
Saturday Closed
Sunday Closed

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 Champion Karate & Kickboxing, confirmed in members' own reviews and the gym's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

🧒 Kids Kickboxing 8 mentions

“Champion Karate has been an inspiration to my son for the past 2 years and has learned a great deal about structure, determination, attitude and respect.”

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🥊 Boxing

“I was told by my neurologist that exercise, especially non-contact boxing helps minimize the symptoms for Parkinsons patients.”

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Teens Kickboxing

“Lots of students in the grade school, middle school, and high school range, with some adult regulars.”

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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 Champion Karate & Kickboxing — mined from their reviews and the gym's own info.

🥊 Boxing

“I was told by my neurologist that exercise, especially non-contact boxing helps minimize the symptoms for Parkinsons patients.”

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🏟️ MMA

“Great place to learn mixed martial arts, kickboxing, and pick up self defense skills.”

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🥋 Karate 7 mentions

“Champion Karate has been an inspiration to my son for the past 2 years and has learned a great deal about structure, determination, attitude and respect.”

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🛡️ Self-Defense

“Great place to learn mixed martial arts, kickboxing, and pick up self defense skills.”

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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 22 Google reviews — in their own words.

💵 good value / fair pricing 2 mentions

“Champion Karate has been an inspiration to my son for the past 2 years and has learned a great deal about structure, determination, attitude and respect.”

From the reviews

My son has been coming Champion for over two years now and has thoroughly enjoyed Mr. Tony's and Mr. Korey's tutoring. A relaxed atmosphere that still pushes him to do better on his own, while helping him when he's not getting a technique. (worth the 30 minute drive).

★★★★★ — James, Sep 2020

My 7 year old son has been coming here since October of last year and he loves it. This really helped boost his confidence and he looks forward to coming to every class! The instructors are phenomenal.

★★★★★ — Sara, Apr 2025

Tony has been my trainer for over 7 ½ years. I was diagnosed with Parkinsons Disease about 4 months before I started my training. I was told by my neurologist that exercise, especially non-contact boxing helps minimize the symptoms for Parkinsons patients.

★★★★★ — Glenn, Aug 2025

I have been a student of Champion Karate for over 4 years and it has been an Amazing learning experience for me. I am also still a student of Mr. Tony and he is an Awesome instructor, mentor, teacher, and friend. I would highly recommend anyone straight to him for a Martial Arts Class.

★★★★★ — Tyler, Dec 2012

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Your first kickboxing class at Champion Karate & Kickboxing

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 Champion Karate & Kickboxing

4390 Spa Dr, Little River, SC29566

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