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Dynamite Kickboxing & Brazilian Jiu Jitsu - Chicago
4.8 ★★★★★ 36 Google reviews · Kickboxing gym in Chicago, Illinois
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
- 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 dynamitekb.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone (312) 373-0179
Hours
| Monday | 5:30–8:30 PM |
| Tuesday | 5:30–8:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 5:30–8:30 PM |
| Thursday | 5:30–8:30 PM |
| Friday | 5:30–8:30 PM |
| Saturday | 10 AM–1 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“All the people here were super laid back and it was a very low stress environment for me as a beginner.”
“Kickboxing, boxing and Muay Thai are the primary focus with other styles thrown in.”
“Kickboxing, boxing and Muay Thai are the primary focus with other styles thrown in.”
“I've taken both the standard classes and the one on one personal training and they are all outstanding values.”
Other martial arts here
“Kickboxing, boxing and Muay Thai are the primary focus with other styles thrown in.”
“Kickboxing, boxing and Muay Thai are the primary focus with other styles thrown in.”
“It’s awesome he decided to offer BJJ as well and give Arthur an opportunity to build that program.”
“It can be a struggle to find a gym that is serious about teaching combat sports and self-defense, but is still friendly and emphasizes safety.”
What members say
“As a coach & martial artist myself, I can confidently say Raul is an excellent instructor, patient and builds students from the ground up.”
“All the people here were super laid back and it was a very low stress environment for me as a beginner.”
“All the people here were super laid back and it was a very low stress environment for me as a beginner.”
“It can be a struggle to find a gym that is serious about teaching combat sports and self-defense, but is still friendly and emphasizes safety.”
From the reviews
Dynamite is THE place if one wants to learn the style and mindset of Kickboxing in Chicago. Raul is professional, wonderful to work with, takes preparation for his classes seriously, and I’m happy he moved back to Chicago.
I have been going to Dynamite Kickboxing for 7 months, It has been an absolute pleasure to have Raul as my coach. He has been the nicest person to work with and you can tell he super passionate about the gym.
I recently trained at Dynamite Kickboxing at their new space in Chicago. Coach Raul (striking) and Professor Arthur (bjj) are top shelf. The space is super clean with all new mats and gear for classes. Its clear that they put a LOT of time, energy and pride into the gym.
Dynamite kickboxing is back in Chicago ! Coach Raul is great, attention to detail in his instruction for grasping combat skills and techniques is second to none. I have enjoyed seeing his business/gym grow as he now offers Jiu Jitsu in his gym. Raul is a great guy and a great coach.
New to kickboxing? Start at Dynamite Kickboxing & Brazilian Jiu Jitsu - Chicago
Dynamite Kickboxing & Brazilian Jiu Jitsu - Chicago 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 Dynamite Kickboxing & Brazilian Jiu Jitsu - Chicago
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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