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Energy Fitness & Martial Arts

5 ★★★★★ 13 Google reviews · Kickboxing gym in Arlington, Massachusetts

Beginners welcome Kids & teens Competition team

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
  • 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 energyfitnessma.com — book classes and see the live schedule
  • Phone +1 781-244-8738

Hours

Monday 5:30 am–9 pm
Tuesday 5:30 am–9 pm
Wednesday 5:30 am–9 pm
Thursday 5:30 am–9 pm
Friday 5:30 am–9 pm
Saturday 7:30 am–12 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 Energy Fitness & Martial Arts, confirmed in members' own reviews and the gym's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

🏆 Competition Team

“There is something for everyone here, especially those looking for an intense workout or those who are interested in the martial arts, competitors and hobbyists alike!”

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🦵 Muay Thai 4 mentions

“Coach Felipe has helped build my Muay Thai career since day one and is amazing on technique.”

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Kickboxing Bootcamp

“Also great for strength and conditioning and general weight loss goals.”

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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 Energy Fitness & Martial Arts — mined from their reviews and the gym's own info.

🦵 Muay Thai 4 mentions

“Coach Felipe has helped build my Muay Thai career since day one and is amazing on technique.”

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🏟️ MMA 3 mentions

“They also offer coaching for competitions, BJJ, MMA, circuits/strength training, etc.”

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🥋 Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu 2 mentions

“They also offer coaching for competitions, BJJ, MMA, circuits/strength training, etc.”

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🛡️ Self-Defense

“Great place to learn self defense, jiu jitsu, wrestling, muay thai, mma and more.”

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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 13 Google reviews — in their own words.

🌱 welcoming to beginners 3 mentions

“I found exactly what I was looking for here, from day 1 Coach Chris and his Wife Valeria were nothing but welcoming in a genuine way.”

💦 killer cardio workout 2 mentions

“Also great for strength and conditioning and general weight loss goals.”

🧼 clean, well-equipped gym 3 mentions

“I went to another gym before and was not as excited to come because it felt repetitive, not as clean and the people were more aggressive.”

💵 good value / fair pricing 2 mentions

“The membership is so worth it, you’ll have 24/7 access to the gym and it is clean as well.”

🤝 friendly, family gym 9 mentions

“I found exactly what I was looking for here, from day 1 Coach Chris and his Wife Valeria were nothing but welcoming in a genuine way.”

From the reviews

Energy is my second home and a great place to build a community. This is not just a gym but it’s a family everyone has amazing vibes and is so welcoming. No matter what the goals are, Coach Chris is willing to help and every day has something different.

★★★★★ — Liz, Oct 2024

If you’re looking for an alternative to a traditional gym, this is the place to be. I found Energy Fitness & MA in my search for a place where I could stay active without going to a traditional gym since I find those gyms intimidating and boring.

★★★★★ — Katherine, Aug 2024

Great place to learn self defense, jiu jitsu, wrestling, muay thai, mma and more. Also great for strength and conditioning and general weight loss goals. There is something for everyone here, especially those looking for an intense workout or those who are interested in the martial arts, competitors and hobbyists…

★★★★★ — C, Jun 2024

A great place to train, the instructors are knowledgeable and helpful. The students are eager to learn, helpful and friendly as well. Nothing but love for this academy

★★★★★ — David, Jan 2025

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New to kickboxing? Start at Energy Fitness & Martial Arts

Energy Fitness & Martial Arts 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.

See their beginner class info

Your first kickboxing class at Energy Fitness & Martial Arts

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 Energy Fitness & Martial Arts

99 Massachusetts Ave, Arlington, MA02474

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