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Doomsday Defense Dojo
4.8 ★★★★★ 17 Google reviews · Kickboxing gym in South Easton, Massachusetts
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
- Private lessons one-on-one coaching available — a focused way to start or to work around a busy schedule; ask about availability and rates
- 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 doomsdaydefensedojo.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone (313) 228-7646
Hours
| Monday | Open 24 hours |
| Tuesday | Open 24 hours |
| Wednesday | Open 24 hours |
| Thursday | Open 24 hours |
| Friday | Open 24 hours |
| Saturday | Open 24 hours |
| Sunday | Open 24 hours |
The classes they run
“My son James (he’s 9) recently started the Thai Jiu-Jitsu class on Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Saturdays at Doomsday Defense Dojo, and he absolutely loves it.”
“He is a father and a person with integrity, honor, love and experience to guide any experience level whether you are a beginner advanced or expert.”
“Whether you are a high-level competitor or a total beginner, John meets you exactly where you’re at.”
“I have been training Muay Thai, MMA, and striking under John Howard multiple times a week for the last three years.”
“His convenient hours make it easy to stay consistent, and his private sessions have personally elevated my game more than any other training I've done.”
Other martial arts here
“I have been training Muay Thai, MMA, and striking under John Howard multiple times a week for the last three years.”
“I have been training Muay Thai, MMA, and striking under John Howard multiple times a week for the last three years.”
“My son James (he’s 9) recently started the Thai Jiu-Jitsu class on Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Saturdays at Doomsday Defense Dojo, and he absolutely loves it.”
“I would absolutely recommend this dojo to any woman who wants to learn jiu-jitsu, self-defense, or just try something new in a supportive environment.”
What members say
“If you’re looking for authentic jiu-jitsu and great instruction, this is the place to train.”
“He is a father and a person with integrity, honor, love and experience to guide any experience level whether you are a beginner advanced or expert.”
“I went to a women’s training session at Doomsday Defense Dojo and it exceeded my expectations.”
“I highly recommend anyone of any age who desires self empowerment and improvement to seek John out.”
“I would absolutely recommend this dojo to any woman who wants to learn jiu-jitsu, self-defense, or just try something new in a supportive environment.”
From the reviews
My son James (he’s 9) recently started the Thai Jiu-Jitsu class on Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Saturdays at Doomsday Defense Dojo, and he absolutely loves it. From the first class, he was excited to go back and now looks forward to it every week.
I went to a women’s training session at Doomsday Defense Dojo and it exceeded my expectations. The class was fun, challenging, and incredibly empowering. John’s teaching style is patient, clear, and motivating. He makes sure everyone understands the techniques while also building confidence in what we’re learning.
I recently attended a women’s session at Doomsday Defense Dojo and I absolutely loved it! From the moment I walked in, the environment felt welcoming, supportive, and empowering. John is an incredible instructor.
I had trained with Coach John for Muay Thai. Speaking from my experience, this is a coach that exceeds expectations on multiple levels. Training Muay Thai is a physically and psychologically challenging sport.
New to kickboxing? Start at Doomsday Defense Dojo
Doomsday Defense Dojo 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 Doomsday Defense Dojo
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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