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Integrated Martial Arts
4.9 ★★★★★ 113 Google reviews · Kickboxing gym in West Boylston, Massachusetts
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 5–12) — 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 imaworcester.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone (508) 251-9469
Hours
| Monday | 8 AM–8 PM |
| Tuesday | 9 AM–8 PM |
| Wednesday | 8 AM–8 PM |
| Thursday | 9 AM–8 PM |
| Friday | 8 AM–7 PM |
| Saturday | 9 AM–1 PM |
| Sunday | 10 AM–12 PM |
The classes they run
“I bring my nephew to their Mighty Dragons class, and they are endlessly patient with the kids, balancing structure, fun, and discipline in a way that keeps them engaged.”
“The coaches are great at teaching and giving feedback, the community is super welcoming to all levels, and it’s overall a great place to make friends and learn new skills.”
“Sparring is one of my favorite parts now (which I never thought I’d say!”
“You can tell they genuinely care about every student’s progress, not just the ones who compete.”
“I was nervous when I started looking into Muay Thai classes as it tends to be a male dominated sport — however when I started at IMA I felt welcomed and treated as an equal.”
Other martial arts here
“I was nervous when I started looking into Muay Thai classes as it tends to be a male dominated sport — however when I started at IMA I felt welcomed and treated as an equal.”
“Whether it’s Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, Muay Thai, or full MMA, every session is challenging but fun.”
“One of the most special additions since I started has been their women’s only BJJ class on Saturdays with Angey.”
“Our daughter loves the kempo karate program.”
“I’m a 19-year-old girl and just wanted to learn some self-defense, but this place has been absolutely perfect.”
What members say
“Great coaching, great community, Have never done martial arts before now but enjoying learning a new skill and working out.”
“The coaches are great at teaching and giving feedback, the community is super welcoming to all levels, and it’s overall a great place to make friends and learn new skills.”
“Her instructor makes it so much fun , shares history of kempo with the kids , is very engaging and encourages them to do their best even when some days are challenging.”
“I have since enrolled my 6yo daughter in the kids program and I’ve been impressed at how much she has learned in just a few months.”
“The instructors were patient and knowledgeable, the facilities were clean, and the sign up process was quick and painless.”
“Give it a try it’s totally worth it!”
From the reviews
Integrated Martial Arts in Worcester is easily one of the best martial arts gyms I’ve ever experienced. From the moment you walk in, the atmosphere is welcoming, clean, and full of positive energy. The instructors treat everyone — from complete beginners to experienced fighters — with respect and patience.
I signed up for Muay Thai to better myself not just physically but mentally. This place provides a very comfortable space for a person in a vulnerable situation of learning something new. They also do a great job at instilling the feeling of community, you can sense it when walking in, it’s a place you feel welcome.
This is by far the best gym I have ever trained at. For all experience levels beginners to Advanced there is a ton of different resources and coaches for you to get the specific training you are looking for. I would and do absolutely recommend this gym for anyone who is trying to become the best version of themselves.
I started training here because it was really important for me to learn some sort of self-defense, build some confidence in my abilities & and push myself to try something completely new.
New to kickboxing? Start at Integrated Martial Arts
Integrated Martial Arts 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 Integrated Martial Arts
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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