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ET Fight Academy

5 ★★★★★ 43 Google reviews · Kickboxing gym in Lufkin, Texas

Kickboxing gym Free trial Beginners welcome Kids & teens Cardio kickboxing Women's classes Competition team

Family-friendly gym with BJJ classes also featuring MMA, yoga, cardio kickboxing and jiu-jitsu.

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
  • 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
  • Women's classes dedicated women's kickboxing classes — a welcoming space to start out and train
  • 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 etfightacademy.com — book classes and see the live schedule
  • Phone (936) 238-8059

Hours

Monday 9–10:30 AM, 3:45–9 PM
Tuesday 9–10:30 AM, 3:45–9 PM
Wednesday 9–10:30 AM, 3:45–9 PM
Thursday 9–10:30 AM, 3:45–9 PM
Friday 5–7 PM
Saturday 9–11 AM
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 ET Fight Academy, confirmed in members' own reviews and the gym's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

🔥 Cardio Kickboxing

“Best jiu jitsu coaches, great cardio classes.”

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🧒 Kids Kickboxing 5 mentions

“Coach Anthony has really brought my daughter out of her shell.”

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🦵 Muay Thai

“They offer BJJ, MMA, Muay Thai, and fitness.”

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🌱 Beginners

“The women's bjj class is amazing, great for all levels.”

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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 ET Fight Academy — mined from their reviews and the gym's own info.

🦵 Muay Thai

“They offer BJJ, MMA, Muay Thai, and fitness.”

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🏟️ MMA 4 mentions

“If you are looking for a good place to train jiu jitsu, mma or are just looking to get in shape, ET Fight Academy is the place for you.”

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🥋 Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu 10 mentions

“Highly recommended for someone wanting to learn to fight mma, Brazillian Jiu Jitsu, learn some self defense, or just to get fit.”

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🛡️ Self-Defense 2 mentions

“Highly recommended for someone wanting to learn to fight mma, Brazillian Jiu Jitsu, learn some self defense, or just to get fit.”

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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 43 Google reviews — in their own words.

🧑‍🏫 expert, motivating coaching 4 mentions

“Coach Anthony is one of the best coaches I’ve ever had, his wealth of knowledge is unmatched.”

🌱 welcoming to beginners 4 mentions

“The people that run this place are extremely welcoming, knowledgeable, and cooperative in the needs of their practitioners.”

💦 killer cardio workout 2 mentions

“Coach Igor has an amazing approach to striking, conditioning, and fighting too!”

💗 welcoming to women 2 mentions

“The women's bjj class is amazing, great for all levels.”

🧠 builds confidence & relieves stress 2 mentions

“Challenged my self-imposed limitations and improved my mental health.”

🤝 friendly, family gym 14 mentions

“Professor Anthony and Regina have done a fantastic job creating a fun, competitive and family oriented gym in Lufkin.”

From the reviews

Coach Anthony has really brought my daughter out of her shell. I've watched him work with experienced people and newbies and he is always professional and supportive. This gym goes hard so be ready.

★★★★★ — Martha, Jul 2021

I was BLESSED to have the opportunity to train here for a week, while staying in Lufkin. I CANNOT say enough good things about this gym. AMAZING Jiu-Jitsu program and world class striking as well. The Owner and Head Coach Anthony is a world class fighter and has a Plethora of knowledge for every level of the game.

★★★★★ — Jay, May 2023

ET is a great place to train. They offer BJJ, MMA, Muay Thai, and fitness. They offer classes for young , age 6, to old, I’m 70. A variety of times both mornings and late afternoon and evenings. Coaches will work with you based on your level of fitness. They even have a BJJ class for ladies only!

★★★★★ — Walter, May 2025

These guys are top notch. Family friendly and lots of options for mental, emotional and physical health care! Anthony and Regina are the best. ❤ Come visit for any class - can't wait for BUTI YOGA and the new coming studio!!! P.s. - they have a drink and snack bar with great choices!

★★★★★ — A, Jul 2021

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New to kickboxing? Start at ET Fight Academy

ET Fight 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.

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Your first kickboxing class at ET Fight 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.

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 ET Fight Academy

3116 S John Redditt Dr, Lufkin, TX75904

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