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Jbma Training Grounds

5 ★★★★★ 16 Google reviews · Kickboxing gym in New Lenox, Illinois

Kickboxing gym Free trial Beginners welcome Kids & teens Cardio kickboxing Women's classes Private lessons

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 — built around confidence, focus, and fun
  • Women's classes dedicated women's kickboxing classes — a welcoming space to start out and train
  • 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 jhobounmartialarts.com — book classes and see the live schedule
  • Phone +1 708-415-4077

Hours

Monday 5:30–8:30 pm
Tuesday 5:30–8:30 pm
Wednesday 5:30–8:30 pm
Thursday 5:30–8:30 pm
Friday 6–7 pm
Saturday 9–11 am
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 Jbma Training Grounds, confirmed in members' own reviews and the gym's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

🌱 Beginners 2 mentions

“Whether you're a beginner or experienced fighter, you'll find the perfect challenge here.”

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🥊 Boxing 2 mentions

“I have been learning self-defense skill, boxing, and other MMA training techniques.”

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🧒 Kids Kickboxing

“What an amazing place for training for kids and adults.”

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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 Jbma Training Grounds — mined from their reviews and the gym's own info.

🥊 Boxing 2 mentions

“I have been learning self-defense skill, boxing, and other MMA training techniques.”

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🏟️ MMA 2 mentions

“Their expertise and passion for mixed martial arts create an inspiring and welcoming atmosphere.”

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🥋 Karate

“All kinds of training from boxing and karate.”

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🛡️ Self-Defense

“I have been learning self-defense skill, boxing, and other MMA training techniques.”

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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 16 Google reviews — in their own words.

🌱 welcoming to beginners 4 mentions

“Their expertise and passion for mixed martial arts create an inspiring and welcoming atmosphere.”

🧠 builds confidence & relieves stress 2 mentions

“My confidence has gown up so much since I’ve been training here.”

🤝 friendly, family gym 4 mentions

“Their expertise and passion for mixed martial arts create an inspiring and welcoming atmosphere.”

From the reviews

Great place to train mauy thai / kickboxing at in New Lenox. If you want a workout + more give it a shot.

★★★★★ — Patrick, Aug 2024

I can't recommend JBMA Training Grounds enough! The instructors, Sifu Jho, Sifu Bill, and Sifu Eric, are absolutely excellent. Their expertise and passion for mixed martial arts create an inspiring and welcoming atmosphere. Whether you're a beginner or experienced fighter, you'll find the perfect challenge here.

★★★★★ — Jim, Aug 2024

Great place to train. If you want to be a serious fighter Sifu Joe can make you a great fighter. If you want to take it easy, have fun and get in a good workout this is also the place for you. Very welcoming and friendly place.

★★★★★ — Joshua, Aug 2024

Sifu Jho is probably one of the coolest people I’ve ever met. And the way he runs his classes is the most educational way I’ve seen in a while. Keep up the good work!

★★★★★ — Aidan, Jan 2021

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New to kickboxing? Start at Jbma Training Grounds

Jbma Training Grounds 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.

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Your first kickboxing class at Jbma Training Grounds

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 Jbma Training Grounds

12510 Harvey Dr, New Lenox, IL60451

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