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Dark Horse Combat Club
5 ★★★★★ 111 Google reviews · Kickboxing gym in Denver, Colorado
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 (ages 7–16) — built around confidence, focus, and fun
- Women's classes dedicated women's kickboxing classes — a welcoming space to start out and train
- Sparring sparring and partner work for members who want it — always optional, eased in gradually, with the coach controlling the contact
- 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 darkhorsecombatclub.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone +1 303-900-8111
Hours
| Monday | 6–7:30 am, 4:45–8:30 pm |
| Tuesday | 6–7:30 am, 4:45–9 pm |
| Wednesday | 6–7:30 am, 4:45–8:30 pm |
| Thursday | 6–7:30 am, 4:45–8:30 pm |
| Friday | 6–7:30 am, 4:45–8:30 pm |
| Saturday | 12–4:30 pm |
| Sunday | 3–6 pm |
The classes they run
“More importantly they have the best kids program around because Arianna is a phenomenal instructor!”
“Coach Arianna leads a great women’s class, and the instructors for the co-ed classes are fantastic.”
“Our coach Arianna encouraged me as a beginner, and from the second lesson I began to understand the technique and reproduce it in practice.”
“The open mats are like a jolly jiujitsu party every Friday, Saturday and Sunday with people coming in from gyms all over!”
“Incredibly welcoming to all- gi, no gi, serious competitors, and hobbyists.”
Other martial arts here
“I decided to give Brazilian Jiu Jitsu a try after a 10 year hiatus from a different martial art and I could not have found a better place.”
“Whether you are new to BJJ and want to learn self defense and get in better shape or looking for a welcoming gym to continue your training, I strongly recommend Dark Horse.”
What members say
“Newbies and black belts alike seem to find their just right level of training and learn from the incredible instructors.”
“Whether you are new to BJJ and want to learn self defense and get in better shape or looking for a welcoming gym to continue your training, I strongly recommend Dark Horse.”
“More importantly they have the best kids program around because Arianna is a phenomenal instructor!”
“I’ve also built the majority of my friend group through this gym, and they’ve been incredibly supportive as I’ve started to do competitions.”
“Space: They recently got a new space and it's great - clean, well-maintained, with individual(!”
“Coach Arianna leads a great women’s class, and the instructors for the co-ed classes are fantastic.”
From the reviews
Stopped in for the advanced class while on business and was instantly made welcome -- everyone was great to train with! Space: They recently got a new space and it's great - clean, well-maintained, with individual(!!) changing rooms and a shower.
Been here for 6 years. I love this place. It has made me. The room is full of people invested in your success. Everyone gives their know-how away freely and willingly. No hardos, no toxic culture. Incredibly welcoming to all- gi, no gi, serious competitors, and hobbyists. Great sense of humor.
Dark Horse has become such an incredible training community. Newbies and black belts alike seem to find their just right level of training and learn from the incredible instructors. The classes are rigorous, but are also tailored to someone just learning.
My son just loves going to class. I have seen an excitement in my son that I haven't seen during any other sport. Everyone is so kind and encouraging. We are very happy to be apart of Dark Horse. Update: my daughter has since joined and loves her coaches and the sport.
New to kickboxing? Start at Dark Horse Combat Club
Dark Horse Combat Club 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 Dark Horse Combat Club
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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