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Jackson Wink MMA Academy
4.6 ★★★★★ 148 Google reviews · Kickboxing gym in Albuquerque, New Mexico
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 (ages 6–17) — 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
- 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 jacksonwink.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone (505) 900-3947
Hours
| Monday | 10:30 AM–8 PM |
| Tuesday | 10:30 AM–8 PM |
| Wednesday | 10:30 AM–8 PM |
| Thursday | 10:30 AM–8 PM |
| Friday | 10:30 AM–8 PM |
| Saturday | 11 AM–8 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“My children started attending JacksonWink at the beginning of this year, and they have learned so much both physically and mentally.”
“Every session is designed to push athletes to the next level, whether you are a beginner or a professional fighter.”
Other martial arts here
“I’ve been training here for years, best mma gym in the world, amazing mma classes and the new wrestling program is awesome.”
“I thoroughly enjoyed my armed self defense class for women.”
What members say
“Coach Henry and Coach Roberto are amazing at keeping the kids focused and on task in the UFC/MMA classes.”
“My daughter has loved this gym and all that support its success.”
“From the moment we entered the front door, we felt the presence of all the MMA greats who trained here at JW.”
“I have also been very happy with not only her skills development but the JW community and how they help her develop confidence, strength, teaming, you name it.”
From the reviews
From the moment we entered the front door, we felt the presence of all the MMA greats who trained here at JW. We were warmly welcomed by management, coaches and all the athletes.
The facility is world-class, and the coaching staff brings an incredible amount of knowledge and professionalism. Every session is designed to push athletes to the next level, whether you are a beginner or a professional fighter.
My kids have developed a strong sense of confidence. We put our kids here because my boy has his 1st bully he’s In 3rd grade. So we put him and his sister in JACKSON WINK MMA class for kids. Needless to say my son no longer has a bully.
I thoroughly enjoyed my armed self defense class for women. I learned very valuable skills, and the instructors were knowledgeable, kind and patient. I plan on taking more of their classes!
New to kickboxing? Start at Jackson Wink MMA Academy
Jackson Wink MMA 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 Jackson Wink MMA 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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