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Durango Martial Arts Academy
5 ★★★★★ 69 Google reviews · Kickboxing gym in Durango, Colorado
Plan your first class
- Free trial or intro class most gyms welcome new members with a free trial or intro class — check their site or give them a call to book your first session
- 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
- 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 durangomartialarts.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone +1 970-259-3398
Hours
| Monday | 11:30 am–1:30 pm, 3:30–8 pm |
| Tuesday | 11:30 am–1:30 pm, 3:30–8 pm |
| Wednesday | 11:30 am–1:30 pm, 3:30–8 pm |
| Thursday | 11:30 am–1:30 pm, 3:30–8 pm |
| Friday | 11:30 am–1:30 pm, 5–7 pm |
| Saturday | 11:30 am–2 pm |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“My son attends the junior Jui Juitsu class and I can really see how much he’s developed his coordination and confidence in the the last 2 months we’ve been going.”
“DMAA is a great place to train with a great environment to learn martial arts, and the instructors are very welcoming to folks of all skill levels and ages.”
“He is highly regarded as a competitor and instructor.”
“I train in the teen class and even there, everyone is friends with each other and we all stand together.”
Other martial arts here
“Popped in for some no gi classes at 6:30 am and then again at Noon I had a solid classes some great rolls multiple belt levels and everyone was the nicest people.”
What members say
“A great coach on the mat and a great person off the mat.”
“DMAA is a great place to train with a great environment to learn martial arts, and the instructors are very welcoming to folks of all skill levels and ages.”
“He’s serious about teaching but it’s a very light and fun environment, the kids all seem really into it and our kids in particular absolutely love going.”
“This was a gift to be able to truly be in the moment.”
“DMAA is a great place to train with a great environment to learn martial arts, and the instructors are very welcoming to folks of all skill levels and ages.”
From the reviews
I started doing jiu jitsu here, and one of the instructors, Matt Young, is great. He is able to simplify complex moves, and make it easily digestible to a beginner like me. I believe he is able to teach to a wide range of experience levels, and will make beginners feel good about coming here.
We love you guys at DMA! My kiddos love jiu jitzu class, provides my son with skills on and off the mat.. he will carry what he learns throughout his life! It feels like home at DMA, and Dalton and Lennon just adore everyone!
The staff is super friendly and welcoming. My son attends the junior Jui Juitsu class and I can really see how much he’s developed his coordination and confidence in the the last 2 months we’ve been going. We seriously love this place 👍🏼 give it a try!
Popped in for some no gi classes at 6:30 am and then again at Noon I had a solid classes some great rolls multiple belt levels and everyone was the nicest people. If you are close please come in and test your skills with Professor Chris Professor Cecilia and Coach Kevin. OSS 🙏🏾
New to kickboxing? Start at Durango Martial Arts Academy
Durango Martial Arts Academy comes up as a beginner-friendly gym — noted on their own site. 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 Durango Martial Arts Academy
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.