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Counterstrike MMA Academy
4.6 ★★★★★ 19 Google reviews · Kickboxing gym in Downers Grove, Illinois
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
- 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
- Private lessons one-on-one coaching available — a focused way to start or to work around a busy schedule; ask about availability and rates
- Phone (331) 330-0662
The classes they run
“This location is great and has quite a few programs you can get into such as Ju Ji Tsu even for the younger kids who want to get into it.”
“From what I seen, the instructors are certified, and definitely make an initiative to welcome beginners.”
“I've been training Muay Thai on and off here for many years and have learned a lot, while being able to get a good workout.”
“I go to Counter Strike about 2-3 times a day, primarily for my personal trainer Mat from Trumove personal training, He has helped me out so much after my car accident.”
“Not only do they offer MMA classes, but they also have a fitness program through Maximum Sports Performance which I started the circuit training classes to try something different.”
Other martial arts here
“I've been training Muay Thai on and off here for many years and have learned a lot, while being able to get a good workout.”
“Not only do they offer MMA classes, but they also have a fitness program through Maximum Sports Performance which I started the circuit training classes to try something different.”
“Tristan and Juan, the Jiu-Jitsu instructors, are very handsome individuals and very dedicated.”
What members say
“Great instructors, awesome atmosphere!”
“From what I seen, the instructors are certified, and definitely make an initiative to welcome beginners.”
“CS has a nice big clean facility, excellent staff and training environment!”
“One of the best parts is the camaraderie, the students are all good people which makes it a fun and relaxed learning environment.”
From the reviews
I've been training Muay Thai on and off here for many years and have learned a lot, while being able to get a good workout. Not only do they offer MMA classes, but they also have a fitness program through Maximum Sports Performance which I started the circuit training classes to try something different.
I go to Counter Strike about 2-3 times a day, primarily for my personal trainer Mat from Trumove personal training, He has helped me out so much after my car accident. This location is great and has quite a few programs you can get into such as Ju Ji Tsu even for the younger kids who want to get into it.
Staff was exceptionally friendly, and graciously offered a free 1 week trial. I expected an aggressive sales pitch, but the friendly atmosphere put me at ease. From what I seen, the instructors are certified, and definitely make an initiative to welcome beginners.
What a hardcore experience ! Got a chance to join Muay thai class Striking along with various clinching technique....and whohhhh the pain is real as well as the gain! Such a good vibes there.Coolest people ever. Id definitely recommend this place. ขอบคุณคะ
New to kickboxing? Start at Counterstrike MMA Academy
Counterstrike MMA Academy comes up as a beginner-friendly gym, going by their listing and members’ reviews. 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 Counterstrike MMA 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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