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Koulikov Grappling Academy
5 ★★★★★ 194 Google reviews · Kickboxing gym in Edinburg, Texas
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
- 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 sambofusion.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone (845) 421-8809
Hours
| Monday | 9 AM–8:30 PM |
| Tuesday | 9 AM–8:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 9 AM–8:30 PM |
| Thursday | 9 AM–8:30 PM |
| Friday | 9 AM–8:30 PM |
| Saturday | 10–11:30 AM |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“The facility is extremely clean and welcoming to toddlers, children and adults.”
“I encourage anyone from beginner to expert to stop in and join this terrific squad of people!”
“We’ve taken a couple of private classes with a group of friends, and we always leave with techniques we can apply right away.”
“They offer BJJ, Sambo, and kickboxing classes.”
Other martial arts here
“They have the greatest patience in the world to teach the basics of jiujitsu to anyone, even with their program for 3-year-olds they are incredible.”
What members say
“Vlad was professional,patient and an excellent world class instructor.”
“The Koulikov Academy is a welcoming place for everyone from the newest student to the seasoned grappler!”
“He teaches competition tested techniques that I have employed to great success and passed on to others (like the V1!”
“The academy is very well equipped, and the environment is professional and motivating.”
“Infact My family and I are currently planning a trip to Texas to KGA for the spring just to go visit professor.”
From the reviews
I will start by saying that this is an academy based on discipline and talent. Coach Lori, Coach Nick and Coach Vlad have extensive experience in what they do, they will always welcome you and make you feel part of the team, each one of the coaches take the right time to make your time with them worthwhile.
WOW, Vlad Koulikov is a phenominal instructor who has a gift for making learning grappling fun and easy. The facility is extremely clean and welcoming to toddlers, children and adults. Having trained in different martial arts, it is important to keep learning fresh and fun.
I’ve had the opportunity to train at Vlad’s school a few different times for seminars and when I’ve been traveling to the area and able to stop in. Vlad is that rare coach who is not only talented with the art he’s practicing, he’s a gifted teacher as well.
The first and last thing you’ll notice during your initial visit to the Koulikov Grappling Academy is how immaculate the gym is. That’s only to be followed by the incredible atmosphere that’s cultivated by Vlad and his students. Vlad’s passion and expertise is reflected in every aspect of his gym.
New to kickboxing? Start at Koulikov Grappling Academy
Koulikov Grappling Academy 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 Koulikov Grappling 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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