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Impact Martial Arts Academy
4.9 ★★★★★ 237 Google reviews · Kickboxing gym in Virginia Beach, Virginia
Affiliated gym — reviews and the gym's own info suggest it belongs to a known kickboxing or boxing-fitness franchise or network (think 9Round, iLoveKickboxing, CKO, TITLE Boxing Club or Jabz). Franchise gyms run a consistent class format and are often a friendly, familiar place to start. If a specific brand matters to you, confirm it on the gym's own site.
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
- Kids & teen classes kids and teen kickboxing classes — built around confidence, focus, and fun
- 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 impact-athletes.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone (757) 655-1662
Hours
| Monday | 10 AM–9 PM |
| Tuesday | 10 AM–9 PM |
| Wednesday | 10 AM–9 PM |
| Thursday | 10 AM–9 PM |
| Friday | 6:30–8 PM |
| Saturday | 10 AM–2 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“There are multiple classes times available for each their mart arts, for both the adults and kids classes.”
“Each class is about an hour long and for adults there’s a sparring session afterward at no extra cost just people helping each other improve.”
“I signed up for Muay Thai Adults class at Impact expecting hard training and an introduction to the art and culture, and in the 6 months I was there got so much more.”
“I stopped around 2024 due to me graduating high school and focusing solely on myself.”
Other martial arts here
“I signed up for Muay Thai Adults class at Impact expecting hard training and an introduction to the art and culture, and in the 6 months I was there got so much more.”
“The perfect team to help your child not only the skill of Muay Thai or jiu jitsu, but so much deeper than that.”
“Whether your goals are to be a competitive martial artist, learn self defense, or make exercise more fun there is a program here for you worth checking out!”
What members say
“I have memories of this place, I remember my first class in Muay Thai, it was on April 12, 2016.”
“I’ve witnessed my child grow in self control, confidence and discipline.”
“The facility is clean and well maintained and you can tell they take pride in their space.”
“Her confidence has soared, and the discipline she has gained has positively impacted other areas of her life.”
“Whether you are training for competition or just going for recreational purposes, Impact staff and owners make you feel like part of the family from day one!”
From the reviews
I wish I could rate much higher than 5/5 stars. I trained for about 6 months and my experience was nothing short of incredible. The staff are well rounded, memorable, and truly passionate about teaching their art. Both the staff and fellow students make every effort to make you feel welcome and safe while you practice.
A little less than two years at this school and I am still impressed when I see how much effort the staff put into creating relationships with and understand every single student. It is easy to see how much time and effort is spent on the curriculum and communicating with the athletes.
I’ve been in and out of gyms in different cities over the past six years and Impact was really different. The gym is spacious and clean. The staff is awesome and friendly. Geno helped me through the enrollment process and got me started immediately.
I am finishing up a 6-week BJJ training program at Impact and I loved it! Instructors G'Angelo and Ervin are awesome, they are always willing to take their time to make sure us new folks are understanding the new techniques and encouraging us to do our best.
New to kickboxing? Start at Impact Martial Arts Academy
Impact Martial Arts 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.
Your first kickboxing class at Impact Martial Arts 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.
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