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Dallas-Fort Worth Jeet Kune Do Academy
4.7 ★★★★★ 27 Google reviews · Kickboxing gym in Richland Hills, Texas
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
- Women's classes dedicated women's kickboxing classes — a welcoming space to start out and train
- 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 dfwjeetkunedo.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone +1 682-554-6584
Hours
| Monday | 8–9 pm |
| Tuesday | 6:45–8:30 pm |
| Wednesday | 5:30–9:15 pm |
| Thursday | 6–8:30 pm |
| Friday | 5–8:45 pm |
| Saturday | 9 am–12:30 pm |
| Sunday | 11 am–3 pm |
The classes they run
“Fantastic JKD school for kids and adults.”
“As an Adult I was scared about finding a place to learn Martial Arts as a true beginner.”
“Instruction delivered for "real-world street use" not for tournament or belt rank only.”
“I have been to several martial arts gyms; karate, muay Thai and boxing.”
“I have been to several martial arts gyms; karate, muay Thai and boxing.”
Other martial arts here
“I have been to several martial arts gyms; karate, muay Thai and boxing.”
“I have been to several martial arts gyms; karate, muay Thai and boxing.”
“I have been to several martial arts gyms; karate, muay Thai and boxing.”
“I love this place you learn self defense fighting everyone is really nice Sifi really nice I would recommend this place”
What members say
“Kirk is such a welcoming presence, from the first phone call to meeting him in person, I have felt welcome and accepted in his gym.”
“Kirk is such a welcoming presence, from the first phone call to meeting him in person, I have felt welcome and accepted in his gym.”
From the reviews
As an Adult I was scared about finding a place to learn Martial Arts as a true beginner. After some research about styles and methodology I came across this place. It has been a great experience! It is a very nice gym with two sections and they even have an octogon!
I only went to one class before getting expelled for asking the super hot chick on a date. So, don't do that. You never know which woman will overreact and create a #metoo scene. But I got a good feeling about this place while I was there. The lead instructor is a solid dude. I highly recommend
I have been to several martial arts gyms; karate, muay Thai and boxing. But I have never had an experience like this gym. Kirk is such a welcoming presence, from the first phone call to meeting him in person, I have felt welcome and accepted in his gym.
Absolutely amazing. If you're someone looking for an incredibly inviting environment to learn the fascinating art of Jeet Kune Do, this is the place. I have nothing but extremely positive things to say about Jeet Kune Do Academy. It's roughly a 30 minute drive for me, but well worth it.
New to kickboxing? Start at Dallas-Fort Worth Jeet Kune Do Academy
Dallas-Fort Worth Jeet Kune Do 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 Dallas-Fort Worth Jeet Kune Do 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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