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KOVA MMA & Fitness

5 ★★★★★ 23 Google reviews · Kickboxing gym in Richardson, Texas

Beginners welcome Kids & teens Cardio kickboxing New

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  • 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
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  • Website & schedule kovagym.com — book classes and see the live schedule
  • Phone +1 908-392-1784

Hours

Monday 5–9 pm
Tuesday 5–9 pm
Wednesday 5–9 pm
Thursday 5–9 pm
Friday 6–8 pm
Saturday 11 am–3 pm
Sunday 12–3 pm

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 KOVA MMA & Fitness, confirmed in members' own reviews and the gym's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

🧒 Kids Kickboxing 2 mentions

“My kids especially enjoyed the event I can’t wait to have them enroll and learn from the best Dallas can offer.”

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🌱 Beginners 4 mentions

“The coaches are all experts in their disciplines but most importantly show exceptional mentorship and guidance for students on all levels.”

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🦵 Muay Thai

“They offer boxing, BJJ, and Muay Thai, plus classes for beginners, kids, and women.”

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🥊 Boxing

“They offer boxing, BJJ, and Muay Thai, plus classes for beginners, kids, and women.”

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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 KOVA MMA & Fitness — mined from their reviews and the gym's own info.

🦵 Muay Thai

“They offer boxing, BJJ, and Muay Thai, plus classes for beginners, kids, and women.”

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🥊 Boxing

“They offer boxing, BJJ, and Muay Thai, plus classes for beginners, kids, and women.”

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🏟️ MMA 6 mentions

“The grand opening of Kova was truly a cornerstone moment for the MMA community in Richardson and the Dallas Metro.”

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🥋 Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu

“They offer boxing, BJJ, and Muay Thai, plus classes for beginners, kids, and women.”

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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 23 Google reviews — in their own words.

🌱 welcoming to beginners 7 mentions

“They really made me feel welcomed, I am super impressed by the facility and I had an amazing time at the grand opening, which was really well organized!”

🧼 clean, well-equipped gym 4 mentions

“Genuinely an amazing facility that's maintained super well and is very clean, and they have great gear and equipment.”

💗 welcoming to women 2 mentions

“The grand opening of Kova was truly a cornerstone moment for the MMA community in Richardson and the Dallas Metro.”

🤝 friendly, family gym 4 mentions

“The coaches and staff are incredibly knowledgeable, welcoming, and truly treat you like family from day one.”

From the reviews

I can confidently say this is one of the best MMA gyms I’ve ever trained at. From day one, everything about this gym feels intentional. Coaches and community are top tier. Beginners are treated with respect and guidance while experienced fighters are pushed at the highest level.

★★★★★ — Nicholas, Jan 2026

KOVA is easily one of the best gyms I've been to. Clean facility with a wall of heavy bags, and a well maintained mat space for wrestling. The coaches actually coach and they are professional, patient, and focused on helping you get better.

★★★★★ — Mason, Jan 2026

Great place and fantastic owners. They really made me feel welcomed, I am super impressed by the facility and I had an amazing time at the grand opening, which was really well organized!! Can’t to wait to start classes

★★★★★ — Hamza, Jan 2026

Very welcoming environment! Good instructors who have significant experience in competitions! Highly recommend for all levels!

★★★★★ — Hamza, Jan 2026

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New to kickboxing? Start at KOVA MMA & Fitness

KOVA MMA & Fitness 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.

Check beginner classes on their site

Your first kickboxing class at KOVA MMA & Fitness

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 KOVA MMA & Fitness

1055 S Sherman St Ste 104, Richardson, TX75081

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