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Fight Fitness 618
4.8 ★★★★★ 38 Google reviews · Kickboxing gym in Marion, 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
- 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 fightfitness618.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone (618) 440-1937
Hours
| Monday | 5–9 PM |
| Tuesday | 5–9 PM |
| Wednesday | 5–9 PM |
| Thursday | 5–9 PM |
| Friday | 5–9 PM |
| Saturday | 10 AM–12 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“He truly cares for every individual’s success on and off the mats, whether you’re looking to compete or get in a full body workout to get in better shape.”
“This is the first gym I've been to that is extremely clean, the kids martial arts class not only learn discipline, Sensei Shane teaches them respect and values”
“He truly cares for every individual’s success on and off the mats, whether you’re looking to compete or get in a full body workout to get in better shape.”
“I love the boxing/kickboxing and love how it makes me push myself.”
Other martial arts here
“I love the boxing/kickboxing and love how it makes me push myself.”
“He teaches more than just kickboxing & mixed martial arts.”
What members say
“Sensei Shane is a great instructor who is wise beyond his years and has a very deep level of understanding for martial arts.”
“I’m happy to be a part of such a knowledgeable, welcoming and encouraging community!”
“I recommend this gym for anyone who wants a fun and great workout.”
“My kids absolutely love Sensei Shane, kids great with the kids, they learn so much more than just martial arts, they learn respect and confidence!”
“He truly cares for every individual’s success on and off the mats, whether you’re looking to compete or get in a full body workout to get in better shape.”
“This is the first gym I've been to that is extremely clean, the kids martial arts class not only learn discipline, Sensei Shane teaches them respect and values”
From the reviews
Very friendly place you won't regret signing up. I look forward to this class everyday, Only my second week and have already learned a lot great instructer makes you feel right at home
I recommend this gym for anyone who wants a fun and great workout. Shane is a great instructor and everyone in the gym is friendly and welcoming. The workouts are never the same and you will always be learning new things. I love the boxing/kickboxing and love how it makes me push myself.
Great gym, very very clean! I love the family friendly environment! Made me feel at home which means a lot to me because I’m very shy. Highly recommend this fight fitness 618 cardio kickboxing
This is the first gym I've been to that is extremely clean, the kids martial arts class not only learn discipline, Sensei Shane teaches them respect and values
New to kickboxing? Start at Fight Fitness 618
Fight Fitness 618 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 Fight Fitness 618
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.
