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Coon Rapids Youth Martial Arts Academy
5 ★★★★★ 19 Google reviews · Kickboxing gym in Coon Rapids, Minnesota
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
- Kids & teen classes kids and teen kickboxing classes — built around confidence, focus, and fun
- Competition team a competition team for members who want to test themselves in the ring — amateur kickboxing, muay thai, or K-1
- Website & schedule youthmmaacademy.org — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone (763) 452-5361
The classes they run
“I have four of my kids enrolled in this program and they all enjoy trying the different classes (MMA, Jujitsu and Muay Thai).”
“If you want to compete and win, come to Youth MMA.”
“Their coaching in both Muay Thai and Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu goes far beyond teaching technique—they build confidence, discipline, and respect in every student.”
“This is a great gym for kids, teens, and adults of all abilities.”
“They are patient, knowledgeable, and genuinely invested in each child's growth, whether they're stepping onto the mats for the first time or advancing their skills.”
Other martial arts here
“Their coaching in both Muay Thai and Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu goes far beyond teaching technique—they build confidence, discipline, and respect in every student.”
“I have four of my kids enrolled in this program and they all enjoy trying the different classes (MMA, Jujitsu and Muay Thai).”
“Their coaching in both Muay Thai and Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu goes far beyond teaching technique—they build confidence, discipline, and respect in every student.”
What members say
“The academy provides excellent instruction in Muay Thai and Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu while emphasizing important life values such as perseverance, teamwork, and self-control.”
“They are patient, knowledgeable, and genuinely invested in each child's growth, whether they're stepping onto the mats for the first time or advancing their skills.”
“Coach Sean is great with kids and explains techniques in a way that’s super easy to understand at any skill level.”
“Their coaching in both Muay Thai and Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu goes far beyond teaching technique—they build confidence, discipline, and respect in every student.”
“Coach Sean, Kelly, and Lance make it a fun, welcoming place where kids feel comfortable and actually enjoy learning.”
From the reviews
I come from a long family line of martial arts. My son wrestled for a few years but didn’t enjoy it! I have family that started day one with Sean, Kelly and Lance. My son finally agreed to try Muay Thai and BJJ, he wants to continue with the classes😀. My daughter and I are soon to join!
Sean is great at transferring his knowledge of MMA, grappling, wrestling, and Muay Thai to students. Explaining how techniques can be used in many situations. This is a great gym for kids, teens, and adults of all abilities. If you want to compete and win, come to Youth MMA.
Great experience going from no background in martial arts to the growth and experience my kid has gained.instructors are great .
Sean, Lance, and Kelly have done an outstanding job with the Youth Academy. Their coaching in both Muay Thai and Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu goes far beyond teaching technique—they build confidence, discipline, and respect in every student.
New to kickboxing? Start at Coon Rapids Youth Martial Arts Academy
Coon Rapids Youth Martial Arts 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 Coon Rapids Youth 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.
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