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Gracie Westchase
4.9 ★★★★★ 88 Google reviews · Kickboxing gym in Tampa, Florida
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
- 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
- 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 graciewestchase.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone +1 813-465-9081
Hours
| Monday | 6 am–8 pm |
| Tuesday | 6 am–8 pm |
| Wednesday | 6 am–8 pm |
| Thursday | 6 am–8 pm |
| Friday | 6 am–8 pm |
| Saturday | 10 am–12 pm |
| Sunday | 9 am–12 pm |
The classes they run
“Tristan Jackson, my wonderful autistic kid, recently discovered a new passion—learning Jitsu.”
“Pro fighters train here as well so its a blast to get to train with all levels and know that there will always be room to grow and be challenged.”
“The first time I ever came to Gracie Westchase was for an open mat.”
“I have been attending jiujitsu classes for roughly 5 months with some Muay Thai in between and I must say I couldn’t be more stoked with my experience.”
“A few months later, I ended up taking a few private lessons with one of their instructors.”
Other martial arts here
“I have been attending jiujitsu classes for roughly 5 months with some Muay Thai in between and I must say I couldn’t be more stoked with my experience.”
“I have been attending jiujitsu classes for roughly 5 months with some Muay Thai in between and I must say I couldn’t be more stoked with my experience.”
What members say
“Pro fighters train here as well so its a blast to get to train with all levels and know that there will always be room to grow and be challenged.”
“Pro fighters train here as well so its a blast to get to train with all levels and know that there will always be room to grow and be challenged.”
“Pro fighters train here as well so its a blast to get to train with all levels and know that there will always be room to grow and be challenged.”
“They ALWAYS keep the place clean , and everyone (coaches and students) are very professional and respectful.”
“We have been apart of the Gracie Westchase family almost 8 years now & I can easily say it was one of the easiest decisions.”
From the reviews
We LOVE Gracie Westchase!!!! The schedule allows for training at all different hours throughout the week. They have special occasions that involve EVERYONE including clients not just employees. The Owner Bamboo and his wife Robin are absolutely amazing people!
The first time I ever came to Gracie Westchase was for an open mat. Immediately, I loved the vibe of the team, and began making connections right away. A few months later, I ended up taking a few private lessons with one of their instructors.
Gracie Westchase is a great place to train! Bamboo’s knowledge and experience are remarkable, and it’s reflected in all his martial arts programs. The instructors provide high level training in a welcoming environment which fosters learning at any skill level.
I have been attending jiujitsu classes for roughly 5 months with some Muay Thai in between and I must say I couldn’t be more stoked with my experience. The owner Bamboo has a reputation that truly speaks for itself. He is dedicated to teaching students of all levels, from beginners to pro fighters!!
New to kickboxing? Start at Gracie Westchase
Gracie Westchase 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 Gracie Westchase
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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