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Kickboxing Academy-Brian Johnson Karate

4.6 ★★★★★ 58 Google reviews · Kickboxing gym in Lacey, Washington

Kickboxing gym Kids & teens Cardio kickboxing Private lessons

Plan your first class

  • Membership memberships run around $90/mo — many studios also offer class packs, drop-ins, and a discounted first month, so ask about new-member rates
  • 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
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  • Website & schedule bjohnsonkarate.com — book classes and see the live schedule
  • Phone +1 360-413-9900

Hours

Monday 4–8 pm
Tuesday 3–8 pm
Wednesday 4–8 pm
Thursday 3–8 pm
Friday 4–8 pm
Saturday 9:30–10:30 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 Kickboxing Academy-Brian Johnson Karate, confirmed in members' own reviews and the gym's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

🔥 Cardio Kickboxing 6 mentions

“I started kickboxing about 3 weeks ago I've missed some days but I love going there to train its a great workout and I think it's really fun.”

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🧒 Kids Kickboxing 15 mentions

“My son and I started in the middle of April 2021 and that place has become a second home to us.”

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🥊 Boxing 6 mentions

“Everything from the jujitsu classes, circuit training, boxing and kickboxing have all been a lot of fun to learn.”

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👤 Private Lessons

“Ju jitsu is very focused and has an amazing instructor who really tries to help one-on-one (breaks it down to make the instruction easier).”

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Kickboxing Bootcamp

“Everything from the jujitsu classes, circuit training, boxing and kickboxing have all been a lot of fun to learn.”

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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 Kickboxing Academy-Brian Johnson Karate — mined from their reviews and the gym's own info.

🥊 Boxing 6 mentions

“Everything from the jujitsu classes, circuit training, boxing and kickboxing have all been a lot of fun to learn.”

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🏟️ MMA 2 mentions

“The coaches are all very friendly and helpful with any questions we’ve had about MMA.”

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🥋 Karate 5 mentions

“Have my 10 yr old and 8 yr old doing karate and they absolutely love it!”

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🛡️ Self-Defense

“You will gain muscle and it's a great way to know self defense.”

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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 58 Google reviews — in their own words.

🧑‍🏫 expert, motivating coaching 2 mentions

“Ju jitsu is very focused and has an amazing instructor who really tries to help one-on-one (breaks it down to make the instruction easier).”

🎉 fun, high-energy classes 4 mentions

“I started kickboxing about 3 weeks ago I've missed some days but I love going there to train its a great workout and I think it's really fun.”

💦 killer cardio workout 5 mentions

“I started kickboxing about 3 weeks ago I've missed some days but I love going there to train its a great workout and I think it's really fun.”

🤝 friendly, family gym 8 mentions

“I been there for more than 2 years and it’s like a family to me.”

From the reviews

My son and I started in the middle of April 2021 and that place has become a second home to us. I take kickboxing (& tried ju jitsu) while my son takes karate. Brian and the staff are just amazing and it's worth the price. No one judges you which is one of the greatest feelings when you walk in.

★★★★★ — D, Oct 2021

I love taking cardio kickboxing here! They have wonderful instructors. I had never taken a kickboxing class before, but now I'm addicted. Easy to adjust to your fitness level and the other people in the class are great. I've never felt intimidated by the exercises or the other humans or atmosphere.

★★★★★ — Zoe, Dec 2018

The atmosphere was very inviting I'm not in amazing shape yet but I didn't feel judged or silly for trying & failing at some of the moves. The instructor divided his time between participants and gave easy to follow instructions.

★★★★★ — Sasha, Jan 2021

Great workout, great people, great community, and good time. Good place to get a workout, or seriously learn to fight. Very welcoming, you work at your own pace, you don't want to leave, would recommend to anyone.

★★★★★ — Devon, Feb 2021

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Your first kickboxing class at Kickboxing Academy-Brian Johnson Karate

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 Kickboxing Academy-Brian Johnson Karate

3707 College St SE STE F, Lacey, WA98503

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