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Imperial Training Center
5 ★★★★★ 36 Google reviews · Kickboxing gym in Rochester, Minnesota
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 (ages 3–12) — 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 imperialtrainingcenter.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone (507) 923-0473
Hours
| Monday | 4:30–9 PM |
| Tuesday | 4:30–9 PM |
| Wednesday | 4:30–9 PM |
| Thursday | 4:30–9 PM |
| Friday | Closed |
| Saturday | 10 AM–12 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“We joined Imperial back in 2017 when our 4 kids started training in the youth program.”
“Grab your mom, daughter, sister, or girl friends and take advantage of this opportunity to learn some life-saving skills in a non-intimidating environment.”
“A typical class starts with learning or reviewing techniques, practicing the techniques, and then applying in rolls/sparring.”
“The muay thai classes are very welcoming and focus on locking down the basics before moving into advanced techniques.”
“The adult class includes women and men from late teens to people like me in their 40’s.”
“Great workout, but great for any levels or to go at your own pace!”
Other martial arts here
“The muay thai classes are very welcoming and focus on locking down the basics before moving into advanced techniques.”
“I joined six months ago; I am impressed by how the class is focused on practical applications of jiujitsu with plenty of time to roll and test new skills.”
“Every month Imperial offers a FREE self defense class for women by women- and it's amazing!”
What members say
“Grab your mom, daughter, sister, or girl friends and take advantage of this opportunity to learn some life-saving skills in a non-intimidating environment.”
“My son loved training here.”
“This place is awesome for all ages but the Women who teach are hard working & definitely kind & caring!”
“The muay thai classes are very welcoming and focus on locking down the basics before moving into advanced techniques.”
From the reviews
We joined Imperial back in 2017 when our 4 kids started training in the youth program. They have absolutely LOVED it and have grown tremendously in the program. My wife and I also started training about 2 years ago and have come to love the relationships we have built.
This place is awesome for all ages but the Women who teach are hard working & definitely kind & caring! Anyone interested in self defense this is the place to go! Free classes for self defense for all who want or need it. And it's fun! I'm so glad my daughter and I go!
Imperial Training Center is very professional place, and at the same time it’s a place to learn and have fun! They are very professional when it comes to safety, because currently we’re in a middle of a pandemic(COVID-19), and Imperial Training Center is taking great precautions in keeping everyone safe.
I've been a part of the Imperial gym for just over a year and a half now. I looked into the other gyms around town and definitely found a home at Imperial. The sense of community is great and welcoming. The other students and instructors have all become people I trust in and learn alongside.
New to kickboxing? Start at Imperial Training Center
Imperial Training Center 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 Imperial Training Center
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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