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Defiance Combat Center

5 ★★★★★ 81 Google reviews · Kickboxing gym in Brigham City, Utah

Kickboxing gym Beginners welcome Kids & teens

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
  • Sparring sparring and partner work for members who want it — always optional, eased in gradually, with the coach controlling the contact
  • Today see hours ·
  • Website & schedule defiancema.com — book classes and see the live schedule
  • Phone +1 435-294-3487

Hours

Monday 2:30–8:30 pm
Tuesday 2:30–8:30 pm
Wednesday 2:30–8:30 pm
Thursday 2:30–8:30 pm
Friday Closed
Saturday 9:30–11 am
Sunday Closed

Hours shift for holidays and class-schedule changes — worth a quick check before a special trip.

The classes they run

Kickboxing classes on the schedule at Defiance Combat Center, confirmed in members' own reviews and the gym's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

🧒 Kids Kickboxing 12 mentions

“My daughter's have had learned more character, more sincerity, more effort, more self control, more etiquette, and more patience then any other thing we have had our girls in.”

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🌱 Beginners 3 mentions

“I started as an absolute beginner, I've never hit or been hit in my 40 years of life, and now I feel enough confidence in my basic instincts that I could handle myself in a fight.”

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Other martial arts here

Kickboxing gyms are usually multi-discipline. Here's what else members mention training under the same roof at Defiance Combat Center — mined from their reviews and the gym's own info.

🏟️ MMA 2 mentions

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🥋 Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu 2 mentions

“Great gym for beginners of all ages as well as for grapplers who want to experiment with their standup game!”

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🛡️ Self-Defense 5 mentions

“I did tons of research before choosing Defiance Combat Center to enroll myself and my child to learn self defense.”

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Disciplines are mined from reviews and the gym's own info — they show what members have trained, not a formal class guarantee. If you specifically want muay thai, boxing, or MMA alongside your kickboxing, confirm the current schedule with the gym.

What members say

The things reviewers bring up again and again across 81 Google reviews — in their own words.

🧑‍🏫 expert, motivating coaching 2 mentions

“Defiance has amazing coach's and amazing ppl who train there they really are like family at Defiance.”

🌱 welcoming to beginners 6 mentions

“I started as an absolute beginner, I've never hit or been hit in my 40 years of life, and now I feel enough confidence in my basic instincts that I could handle myself in a fight.”

🧒 strong kids program 4 mentions

“My kids have loved their time at Defiance.”

💗 welcoming to women 3 mentions

“Codie, Heather and Brandon do a great job creating a positive atmosphere where men, women and kids can learn and grow.”

🧠 builds confidence & relieves stress 4 mentions

“I started as an absolute beginner, I've never hit or been hit in my 40 years of life, and now I feel enough confidence in my basic instincts that I could handle myself in a fight.”

🤝 friendly, family gym 5 mentions

“Defiance has amazing coach's and amazing ppl who train there they really are like family at Defiance.”

From the reviews

My five year old son has just started attending. Upon introduction to Heather and Blake I immediately felt and knew positive energy. I would love to take classes myself. This gym and the programs are definitely from love, heart, passion and desire to teach. I am very grateful for the owners.

★★★★★ — Shawna, Feb 2024

This place is amazing! I took a self defense seminar and I left feeling strong and capable. Heather and Codie are incredibly patient and competent instructors and will teach you skills that can be utilized by any fitness level. If you are on the fence about taking a class, I’m telling you to stop waiting and go.

★★★★★ — Meegan, Apr 2022

My daughter loves it, and so do I. My oldest has been attending for over a year, and I am enrolling my younger daughter this month as well. Excellent instructors. Practical and thoughtful curriculum. Thank you Heather & Codie! You're very much appreciated.

★★★★★ — Braden, Dec 2021

I've been training with Codie Braegger for six months now and there hasn't been a day in his class that I haven't learned something new. He doesn't just teach the how, he teaches the why and the when (or, equally as important, the when NOT).

★★★★★ — Kyle, Mar 2024

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New to kickboxing? Start at Defiance Combat Center

Defiance Combat Center 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.

Check beginner classes on their site

Your first kickboxing class at Defiance Combat Center

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.

Kickboxing is a contact sport. Warm up, pace yourself, listen to your coaches, and if you have any injuries or health concerns, mention them before class and check with a doctor if you're unsure.

Where to find Defiance Combat Center

756 S Main St Ste 101, Brigham City, UT84302

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