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J.C. Martial Arts

4.7 ★★★★★ 114 Google reviews · Kickboxing gym in Abilene, Texas

Kickboxing gym Kids & teens Cardio kickboxing Competition team

Plan your first class

  • 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
  • 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 jamescoxmartialarts.com — book classes and see the live schedule
  • Phone (325) 676-2696

Hours

Monday 1–9:15 PM
Tuesday 1–9:15 PM
Wednesday 1–9:15 PM
Thursday 1–9:15 PM
Friday 5:30–8:30 PM
Saturday 9 AM–12:15 PM
Sunday Closed

Hours shift for holidays and class-schedule changes — worth a quick check before a special trip.

The classes they run

Kickboxing classes on the schedule at J.C. Martial Arts, confirmed in members' own reviews and the gym's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

🔥 Cardio Kickboxing 2 mentions

“PMA is a Kajukembo black belt school, but also offers BJJ, adult kickboxing fitness classes and MMA fight classes.”

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🧒 Kids Kickboxing 35 mentions

“The staff at Premier Martial Arts have consistently gone above and beyond to help my 2 children be successful not only in martial arts, but in school and at home as well.”

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🏆 Competition Team

“He is involved in the black belt training, demo team and part of the MMA fight team.”

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Teens Kickboxing

“I started as a young troubled teenager, attending 2 classes a week, as the months went by I started to really grasp the knowledge and personal development I was being given.”

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Other martial arts here

Kickboxing gyms are usually multi-discipline. Here's what else members mention training under the same roof at J.C. Martial Arts — mined from their reviews and the gym's own info.

🏟️ MMA 3 mentions

“I am so very happy with my decision to take mma classes for my family from Premier Martial Arts.”

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🥋 Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu

“PMA is a Kajukembo black belt school, but also offers BJJ, adult kickboxing fitness classes and MMA fight classes.”

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🥋 Karate

“I can't wait to see her along her karate journey with Premier.”

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🛡️ Self-Defense 4 mentions

“However, it is more than just a self defense class (which are really awesome), PMA instructors focus not only on the physical aspect, but the over all well-being of an individual.”

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Disciplines are mined from reviews and the gym's own info — they show what members have trained, not a formal class guarantee. If you specifically want muay thai, boxing, or MMA alongside your kickboxing, confirm the current schedule with the gym.

What members say

The things reviewers bring up again and again across 114 Google reviews — in their own words.

🧑‍🏫 expert, motivating coaching 2 mentions

“Aaron is such a great instructor and does so well with the kids.”

🧒 strong kids program 2 mentions

“The staff are great with kids and treat every level (beginning-advanced) with respect and empower them.”

💵 good value / fair pricing 2 mentions

“And just the amount of confidence they have both developed has been worth it for us.”

🧠 builds confidence & relieves stress 8 mentions

“In addition, Grand Master Cox helped us identify some confidence issues that were holding him back and then personally invested in him to push past his fears with boldness!”

🤝 friendly, family gym 6 mentions

“This school also teaches confidence and respect and is a place for your entire family no matter what age!”

From the reviews

I enrolled my daughter two months ago, and I have not regretted the decision at all. She's 12 and I wanted to equip her with the knowledge and skills to defend herself should she ever need to.

★★★★★ — Nikita, Jul 2019

Premier has taken my children in and taught them the value of hard work, honesty, integrity ,respect, etc .5 stars is not enough. My children are more confident in themselves and are not afraid to take on the world. I've also started adult classes for myself and the encouragement they offer is unmatched.

★★★★★ — Andrew, Mar 2019

HEY EVERYONE!!👊👊 My personal experience here at Premier Martial Arts in Abilene has been an amazing and positive experience for the past 3 YEARS and still counting!!

★★★★★ — Ethan, Jul 2019

Premier Martial Arts is an amazing place. The staff is friendly and knowledgeable. They genuinely care about everyone they train. Since I enrolled my daughter in I have seen so much improvement in her physically as well as her focus and confidence.

★★★★★ — Lura, Jul 2019

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Your first kickboxing class at J.C. 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.

Kickboxing is a contact sport. Warm up, pace yourself, listen to your coaches, and if you have any injuries or health concerns, mention them before class and check with a doctor if you're unsure.

Where to find J.C. Martial Arts

3287 S 14th St, Abilene, TX79605

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