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Golden State Athletic Club
5 ★★★★★ 26 Google reviews · Kickboxing gym in San Rafael, California
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
- Private lessons one-on-one coaching available — a focused way to start or to work around a busy schedule; ask about availability and rates
- Sparring sparring and partner work for members who want it — always optional, eased in gradually, with the coach controlling the contact
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule goldenstateathleticclub.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone +1 831-334-6960
Hours
| Monday | 3–8 pm |
| Tuesday | 3–8 pm |
| Wednesday | 3–8 pm |
| Thursday | 3–8 pm |
| Friday | 3:30–8 pm |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | 9 am–3 pm |
The classes they run
“My 16-year-old daughter not only trains here but also helps teach the kids class, giving her valuable leadership experience as she prepares for college.”
“Beginners can enjoy fun and engaging classes, while those with experience can participate in occasional, gentle sparring in the advanced sessions.”
“Beginners can enjoy fun and engaging classes, while those with experience can participate in occasional, gentle sparring in the advanced sessions.”
“Best gym I’ve experienced training at and I’ve had 11 amateur boxing fights back in Bangkok (Thailand).”
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“Best gym I’ve experienced training at and I’ve had 11 amateur boxing fights back in Bangkok (Thailand).”
“If you’re looking for an amazing MMA gym that builds confidence, discipline, and strength while fostering an amazing atmosphere, Golden State Athletic Club is the place to be!”
“If you are considering kickboxing / Jiu-Jitsu for you or your kiddo, this is the place!”
“So it looks like a real sports club where they teach useful fight combat combinations, not like dancing karate or something else.”
“She has built confidence and more physical awareness and self defense skills which will serve her well as she gets older.”
What members say
“David is a great coach, his ability to show the children fairness, discipline, encouragement, and technique is really amazing to observe.”
“Beginners can enjoy fun and engaging classes, while those with experience can participate in occasional, gentle sparring in the advanced sessions.”
“I’ve personally been training here for 2years, and the results have been incredible.”
“My son loves coming for class and has made new friends.”
“She has built confidence and more physical awareness and self defense skills which will serve her well as she gets older.”
“The atmosphere is relaxed and friendly, and the kickboxing coaching is excellent, spanning two levels.”
From the reviews
Fun family friendly environment. Amazing kids classes and a good workout for the parents too! David is extremely knowledgeable and engages the kids to learn new skills and techniques. If you are considering kickboxing / Jiu-Jitsu for you or your kiddo, this is the place!
My son started when he was 5 years old at this gym. He is now 6 and is loving the older kids class. David is a great coach, his ability to show the children fairness, discipline, encouragement, and technique is really amazing to observe.
So it looks like a real sports club where they teach useful fight combat combinations, not like dancing karate or something else. From the very beginning, the coach David focused on real fighting mechanics — how to stand, how to move, and how to strike with proper form.
My two boys (4 and 6yo) were hooked on day 1 and have been coming Little Ninjas class for three weeks so far. David is a kind, knowledgeable, and encouraging coach who comes to class each day with new fun ways to teach and train on a wide variety of skills.
New to kickboxing? Start at Golden State Athletic Club
Golden State Athletic Club 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 Golden State Athletic Club
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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