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Don Rodrigues Karate Academy & CBR Kickboxing

4.9 ★★★★★ 25 Google reviews · Kickboxing gym in Warwick, Rhode Island

Kickboxing gym Kids & teens Cardio kickboxing Competition team

Plan your first class

  • Cardio kickboxing classes high-energy cardio kickboxing on the bags and pads — a fun, sweaty workout built for fitness and weight loss, at your own pace
  • 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
  • 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 donrodrigueskarateacademy.com — book classes and see the live schedule
  • Phone +1 401-737-2809

Hours

Monday 9:30–10:30 am, 3:30–8:30 pm
Tuesday 9:30 am–8:30 pm
Wednesday 9:30–10:30 am, 3:30–8:30 pm
Thursday 10:30 am–8:30 pm
Friday 4:30–7 pm
Saturday 8:30 am–1 pm
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 Don Rodrigues Karate Academy & CBR Kickboxing, confirmed in members' own reviews and the gym's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

🧒 Kids Kickboxing 10 mentions

“I currently take classes with my spouse and three children, everyone different ages and abilities.”

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🤜 Sparring

“We also enjoy the free courses offering opportunities for family and friends to participate in child safety classes, bring a buddy days, dad/mom days and sparring classes.”

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🏆 Competition Team

“I have been familiar with DRKA since the 1990s when I competed in karate tournaments.”

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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 Don Rodrigues Karate Academy & CBR Kickboxing — mined from their reviews and the gym's own info.

🥋 Karate 7 mentions

“Don Rodriguez Karate academy offers options for adults and kids with flexible class times.”

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🛡️ Self-Defense

“They instruct the kids on proper technique and forms, but also focus alot on self defense, bully prevention and self confidence.”

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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 25 Google reviews — in their own words.

🧒 strong kids program 3 mentions

“We've been with DRKA for a year now, best decision I made for my son. He has grown so much with confidence in himself!”

🏆 active competition / fight team 2 mentions

“I have been familiar with DRKA since the 1990s when I competed in karate tournaments.”

🧠 builds confidence & relieves stress 3 mentions

“They instruct the kids on proper technique and forms, but also focus alot on self defense, bully prevention and self confidence.”

🤝 friendly, family gym 8 mentions

“We also enjoy the free courses offering opportunities for family and friends to participate in child safety classes, bring a buddy days, dad/mom days and sparring classes.”

From the reviews

We’ve been with DRKA since May of this year. Our daughter is enjoying her experience and looks forward to weekly classes which have helped her with focus, improved coordination and great exercise in using up all that 8 yr old high octane energy.

★★★★★ — Michael, Aug 2022

Don Rodrigues Karate Academy is truly a home away from home for my son and our family. The owners, staff and instructors are dedicated to teaching the next generation of martial artists. They instruct the kids on proper technique and forms, but also focus alot on self defense, bully prevention and self confidence.

★★★★★ — Mary, Jan 2024

We've been with DRKA for a year now, best decision I made for my son. He has grown so much with confidence in himself! All the Instructors are amazing, I highly recommend enrolling your child.

★★★★★ — Nicole, Aug 2022

My children have been going here since June and absolutely love it. All of the instructors are very patient and attentive. They are excited to go to class every week.

★★★★★ — Tammi, Jan 2023

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Your first kickboxing class at Don Rodrigues Karate Academy & CBR Kickboxing

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 Don Rodrigues Karate Academy & CBR Kickboxing

190 Commerce Dr #100, Warwick, RI02886

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