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CORE Combat Sports
4.7 ★★★★★ 111 Google reviews · Kickboxing gym in Louisville, Kentucky
Club offering various martial arts classes and instruction, including kickboxing and self-defense, in a welcoming environment.
Plan your first class
- 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 — 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
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule corelouisville.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone (502) 489-5444
Hours
| Monday | 10 AM–9 PM |
| Tuesday | 10 AM–9 PM |
| Wednesday | 10 AM–9 PM |
| Thursday | 10 AM–9 PM |
| Friday | 10 AM–6 PM |
| Saturday | 9 AM–2 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“Our son has been attending the Core Kids BJJ classes for the past 3 years, and the experience has been incredible from start to finish.”
“I train in Muay Thai but have tried out BJJ and know many people in it, as well as the many other classes Core offers, and I couldn’t recommend them enough!”
“Alex and Tyler are excellent coaches who patiently take time to teach you the rudiments of boxing.”
Other martial arts here
“I train in Muay Thai but have tried out BJJ and know many people in it, as well as the many other classes Core offers, and I couldn’t recommend them enough!”
“Alex and Tyler are excellent coaches who patiently take time to teach you the rudiments of boxing.”
“I train in Muay Thai but have tried out BJJ and know many people in it, as well as the many other classes Core offers, and I couldn’t recommend them enough!”
“My son has been attending kids’ self-defense and BJJ classes for two years now, and he absolutely loves them!”
What members say
“They have instructed my Special Operations unit in hand-to-hand combat for decades, and now my 8-year-old son trains here twice a week under world class instructors.”
“The staff and coaches are all incredibly welcoming and knowledgeable, and the community that’s been built here is one of a kind.”
“Not only has he learned valuable Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu skills, but he’s also built discipline, confidence, and resilience that carry over into every area of his life.”
“The staff and coaches are all incredibly welcoming and knowledgeable, and the community that’s been built here is one of a kind.”
From the reviews
The best martial arts gym in Louisville! Has classes for all of the family, especially their BJJ program, with an incredibly well trained and professional staff. Truly a supportive and safe environment for anyone wanting to try something new and to get out of their comfort zone.
I've trained at many martial arts gyms over the years and this is one of the best I've been to. I spent a few weeks there while on a trip and the team were world class and welcoming. There's a great atmosphere in the gym and I'd be a permanent member if I lived in the area.
Our son has been attending the Core Kids BJJ classes for the past 3 years, and the experience has been incredible from start to finish. Not only has he learned valuable Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu skills, but he’s also built discipline, confidence, and resilience that carry over into every area of his life.
Staff is super nice and welcoming … even if you bring your misbehaving child to class for some reason and let it run literally in the middle of the mat while the class is trying to warm up. They’ll just tell you politely to please sit your child on the bench, rather than asking you to leave, which is what I would do.
Your first kickboxing class at CORE Combat Sports
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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