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Jabs Gym
4.8 ★★★★★ 70 Google reviews · Kickboxing gym in Birmingham, Michigan
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
- Membership memberships run around $25/mo — many studios also offer class packs, drop-ins, and a discounted first month, so ask about new-member rates
- 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
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule jabsgymbirmingham.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone (248) 534-4177
Hours
| Monday | 6 AM–9 PM |
| Tuesday | 6 AM–9 PM |
| Wednesday | 6 AM–9 PM |
| Thursday | 6 AM–9 PM |
| Friday | 6 AM–9 PM |
| Saturday | 7:30 AM–2 PM |
| Sunday | 8 AM–1 PM |
The classes they run
“I really enjoyed my experience at Jabs and I look forward to attending another social distancing kickboxing class.”
“My son is still training and I’ve picked up some 1on1 sessions myself.”
“This was my first time at Jabs and my first time kickboxing and they provided me with direction how to properly wrap my wrist, punch the bag and proper steps and techniques.”
“Unlike other gyms that focus on cardio boxing, Jabs offers real boxing training with professional boxers.”
“I’ve had the pleasure of taking classes and doing one on one with Cornelius and Terrance, both are exceptional!”
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“Unlike other gyms that focus on cardio boxing, Jabs offers real boxing training with professional boxers.”
What members say
“Fortune, the owner and my trainer, is extremely knowledgeable and creates a supportive environment for all skill levels.”
“Since this was my first time, I didn't know some of the combos but he was helpful and stopped by my bag to make sure I was getting it and kept me motivated.”
“the classes are high energy, intense, and fun all at the same time and I'm in the best shape of my life thanks to Jabs Birmingham.”
“the classes are high energy, intense, and fun all at the same time and I'm in the best shape of my life thanks to Jabs Birmingham.”
“The body results are just an added bonus to the knowledge, and strength you gain from these classes!”
“My daughters loved their class with Coach T.”
From the reviews
Jabs is a very clean facility. All of the staff is well trained, friendly, professional, motivating, positive and respectful. My daughters loved their class with Coach T. Looking forward to trying one of their kickboxing classes for myself.
Love this Gym! I enjoy going to all the classes because the trainers truly care about how you feel, will adjust you if you aren’t moving correctly to maximize your workout safely! I been going here for past 2 years and I have lost baby weight and toned up!
The trainers are experts at what they do and care about each individual's success in their classes. Everyone is very welcoming! There are a variety of different classes at different times, and it's usually relatively easy to find something that fits your schedule. The gym is very nice, clean, and easy to access.
The staff at Jabs gym were extremely helpful and welcoming. This was my first time at Jabs and my first time kickboxing and they provided me with direction how to properly wrap my wrist, punch the bag and proper steps and techniques.
New to kickboxing? Start at Jabs Gym
Jabs Gym 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 Jabs Gym
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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