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Desert Mountain Kenpo

5 ★★★★★ 29 Google reviews · Kickboxing gym in Tucson, Arizona

Kickboxing gym Kids & teens Competition team

Plan your first class

  • 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
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  • Website & schedule desertmountainkenpo.com — book classes and see the live schedule
  • Phone +1 520-572-0996

Hours

Monday 3–8 pm
Tuesday 3–8 pm
Wednesday 3–8 pm
Thursday 3–8 pm
Friday 3–8 pm
Saturday Closed
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 Desert Mountain Kenpo, confirmed in members' own reviews and the gym's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

🧒 Kids Kickboxing 18 mentions

“My little girl (4) has been a student for 3 months in the Little Dragons classes and I (34) have been a student in the adult classes for a month.”

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🏆 Competition Team 4 mentions

“He just had his first tournament and he did not receive a medal.”

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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 Desert Mountain Kenpo — mined from their reviews and the gym's own info.

🥋 Karate 4 mentions

“It’s not just about karate, he focuses on discipline, confidence, respect, and consistency.”

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🛡️ Self-Defense

“The self defense is only the the beginning.”

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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 29 Google reviews — in their own words.

🏆 active competition / fight team 2 mentions

“He just had his first tournament and he did not receive a medal.”

💵 good value / fair pricing 3 mentions

“K will teach you the art of Kenpo, self discipline, respect for others, all at a great rate.”

🧠 builds confidence & relieves stress 4 mentions

“It’s not just about karate, he focuses on discipline, confidence, respect, and consistency.”

🤝 friendly, family gym 5 mentions

“K) is a great teacher for all ages, and we plan on being a part of the dojo family for a long time.”

From the reviews

Desert Mountain Kenpo is incredible! Mr. K is an excellent, knowledgeable, engaging and hilarious teacher. He finds the perfect balance of pushing his students towards excellence and making it fun in the process. Our son has been taking classes for a couple of years and still loves going every week. Mr.

★★★★★ — Devin, Jul 2024

My daughter and myself have joined Mr K class about 3 months ago. The best decision I have ever made!!!! My daughter has come out of her shell and is doing better with being social. I myself have always wanted to learn Karate sense I was a a little girl!

★★★★★ — Jennifer, Sep 2021

Both my children have been students here for years and they couldn't be happier! The self defense is only the the beginning. My autistic daughter couldn't stand still and focus when she started and now she is a blue belt, performing complicated techniques, competing in tournaments and smiling the whole time!

★★★★★ — Michelle, Jan 2018

My seven year old son is on his second week and loves this class. I appreciate the way Mr. Keschinger communicates in a caring manner with the younger students and teaches them honesty , courtesy, respect and discipline while maintaining a fun learning environment. Great for children and families of all ages.

★★★★★ — Rm, Aug 2025

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Your first kickboxing class at Desert Mountain Kenpo

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 Desert Mountain Kenpo

9725 N Thornydale Rd #149, Tucson, AZ85742

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