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Colorado Martial Arts Academy

5 ★★★★★ 30 Google reviews · Kickboxing gym in Centennial, Colorado

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 (ages 4–11) — 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 aurorakarate.com — book classes and see the live schedule
  • Phone +1 303-335-9562

Hours

Monday 12–2 pm, 4:30–8:30 pm
Tuesday 4:30–8:30 pm
Wednesday 12–2 pm, 4:30–8:30 pm
Thursday 4:30–8:30 pm
Friday 4:30–7:30 pm
Saturday 8–11 am
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 Colorado Martial Arts Academy, confirmed in members' own reviews and the gym's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

🧒 Kids Kickboxing 23 mentions

“The instructors are great with kids and constantly reinforce core values like discipline, focus, respect, and ongoing character development.”

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🤜 Sparring

“They offer different classes, including sparring and Brazilian Jiu Jitsu.”

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👤 Private Lessons

“When Covid hit our community and in-person classes were suspended for a time, we were able to sign up for virtual group and one-on-one lessons.”

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Teens Kickboxing

“I've been attending the Teen/Adult class for the past three years.”

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🔥 Cardio Kickboxing

“Adult classes, kickboxing classes, summer camp, parents night out events, and more.”

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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 Colorado Martial Arts Academy — mined from their reviews and the gym's own info.

🥋 Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu

“They offer different classes, including sparring and Brazilian Jiu Jitsu.”

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🥋 Karate 5 mentions

“My child has been practicing karate for several years here and I am impressed with the curriculum and many of the teachers.”

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🛡️ Self-Defense 4 mentions

“I highly recommend CMAA for not only learning self defense and martial arts, but also developing discipline and good character along the way.”

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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 30 Google reviews — in their own words.

🎉 fun, high-energy classes 3 mentions

“I have both my sons attending and they have had so much fun that I am now in the adults class!”

🧒 strong kids program 7 mentions

“The instructors are great with kids and constantly reinforce core values like discipline, focus, respect, and ongoing character development.”

🧠 builds confidence & relieves stress 5 mentions

“I learn so much just sitting on the sidelines, and my child has made many friends and has increased self confidence and awareness.”

🤝 friendly, family gym 8 mentions

“His studio is welcoming and safe, and the mat chat personal development sessions for his age group in class were both highly relevant and worthwhile.”

From the reviews

My child has been practicing karate for several years here and I am impressed with the curriculum and many of the teachers. The curriculum includes the forms, one-steps (self defense), character development and much more.

★★★★★ — Michele, Oct 2021

We have two kids enrolled here and have been consistently attending for 8 months now. Our kids love it and they have learned so much. As a parent, I see the difference in their confidence level and appreciate the connection they have made with the instructors.

★★★★★ — Esther, Oct 2022

Amazing martial arts school! The instructors are awesome. I have both my sons attending and they have had so much fun that I am now in the adults class! I can't recommend this school enough!

★★★★★ — Lacy, Aug 2018

We started our 4 year old son William at Colorado Martial Arts Academy in the summer of 2019, and Jesse (the owner/lead instructor) and his daughters did a masterful job of helping my son overcome his initial anxiety and participate in Little Ninja’s classes.

★★★★★ — Geoff, Jan 2020

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Your first kickboxing class at Colorado Martial Arts 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.

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 Colorado Martial Arts Academy

20981 E Smoky Hill Rd A, Centennial, CO80015

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