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John Wai Martial Arts
5 ★★★★★ 508 Google reviews · Kickboxing gym in Plantation, Florida
Plan your first class
- 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
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule johnwaimartialarts.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone (954) 382-2228
Hours
| Monday | 8:30 AM–12:45 PM, 3–9 PM |
| Tuesday | 6:30 AM–12 PM, 3–9 PM |
| Wednesday | 8:30 AM–12:45 PM, 3–9 PM |
| Thursday | 6:30 AM–12 PM, 3–9 PM |
| Friday | 8:30 AM–12:45 PM, 3–8 PM |
| Saturday | 8:30 AM–2 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“The kickboxing class , is more fitness based according to them, but they still help teach you form and teach you proper technique.”
“From the very first day I brought my son to John Wai Martial Arts Academy, I could tell that discipline is a core value in everything they do.”
Other martial arts here
“John Wai MMA has truly become a family environment for our son and all the other families who consider this place home.”
“We first tried BJJ with my son a couple of years ago, but he didn’t take to it at the time—maybe he just wasn’t ready.”
“I highly recommend John Wai Martial Arts Academy to any parent who wants to help their child develop discipline, respect for others, focus, confidence, and self-defense skills.”
What members say
“Not only do i have the best coaches, but this gym is a great family, no need to look anywhere else, john wai is the place to be!”
“From the very first day I brought my son to John Wai Martial Arts Academy, I could tell that discipline is a core value in everything they do.”
“Now I'm hooked, doing 6-10 classes a week.”
“2 week trial for 15 bucks is a great way to get a vibe for the classes.”
“I highly recommend John Wai Martial Arts Academy to any parent who wants to help their child develop discipline, respect for others, focus, confidence, and self-defense skills.”
“Instructors and all staff are incredibly friendly and take the time to welcome you and explain everything from procedures to proper technique.”
From the reviews
The best investment I’ve made for my tween. I knew nothing about martial arts before we joined the gym and 10 months later I’m so happy we did. My tween has grown stronger, more confident, more motivated, and self-regulated. The benefits have carried over into her home life & personal development.
I’ve been at John Wai Martial Arts for about a year now and it’s been an incredible experience. Every coach here is dedicated and truly cares about their students. Over the past year, I’ve grown so much not just as a Jiu-Jitsu practitioner but as a person.
Started 8 months ago. 2 week trial for 15 bucks is a great way to get a vibe for the classes. Now I'm hooked, doing 6-10 classes a week. I got my kids started, too. Being able to train in different styles is awesome. The kids get a really well rounded experience. The coaches are fantastic. All with immense experience.
From the very first day I brought my son to John Wai Martial Arts Academy, I could tell that discipline is a core value in everything they do. What impressed me the most is how children of all ages and experience levels listen to and respect their instructors during class.
New to kickboxing? Start at John Wai Martial Arts
John Wai Martial Arts 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.
Your first kickboxing class at John Wai 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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