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Mangan Martial Arts Academy

4.9 ★★★★★ 18 Google reviews · Kickboxing gym in Mooresville, North Carolina

Kickboxing gym Free trial Kids & teens Cardio kickboxing 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
  • 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 (ages 4–16) — 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
  • Today see hours ·
  • Website & schedule manganmaa.com — book classes and see the live schedule
  • Phone (704) 799-3645

Hours

Monday 3:30–7:30 PM
Tuesday 10–11:30 AM, 3:30–7:30 PM
Wednesday 3:30–7:30 PM
Thursday 10–11:30 AM, 3:30–7:30 PM
Friday Closed
Saturday 9–11:30 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 Mangan Martial Arts Academy, confirmed in members' own reviews and the gym's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

🧒 Kids Kickboxing 20 mentions

“We're coming up on 3 years here, and I can't say enough about how the team at Mangan Martial Arts has truly had a positive impact on my kids.”

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👤 Private Lessons

“In addition to the virtual classes, they created outdoor socially distanced instruction, and even one on one outdoor instruction.”

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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 Mangan Martial Arts Academy — mined from their reviews and the gym's own info.

🛡️ Self-Defense

“The younger students are taught discipline and body control, the older students are challenged to increase their strength, while all students are taught the power of 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 18 Google reviews — in their own words.

🧒 strong kids program 4 mentions

“It been a pleasure watching Our son grow more confident under the guidance of Sensei Bob, Sam & Stephanie”

🧠 builds confidence & relieves stress 3 mentions

“Not only have they gained strength and coordination, but their confidence has soared.”

🤝 friendly, family gym 9 mentions

“We have been attending this school as a family for almost three years and we love this school.”

From the reviews

Sensei Mangan and Samantha along with Yuka have been nothing short of incredible role models and instructors for my son Draven! Since he has started training here ive seen drastic improvements in his strength, attitude, respect for others and his overall skill level.

★★★★★ — Fxdls, Jun 2019

We enrolled our son at Mangan Martial Arts Academy more than a year ago. From the start Sensei and his family have been exceptional instructors. Initially, my wife and I thought it might be a challenge for our son to stay focussed in class being one of the younger students. That thought quickly dissipated. Sensei, Ms.

★★★★★ — Jay, Aug 2020

My child has been taking classes with Samantha for a few months now, and the difference has been incredible! Not only have they gained strength and coordination, but their confidence has soared. Samantha is patient, encouraging, and knows exactly how to make each class both fun and challenging.

★★★★★ — C, Aug 2025

The Mangan’s are incredibly knowledgeable about martial arts and truly care about their students. I love the smaller class sizes because they get to know the students on a personal level and give everyone individual attention.

★★★★★ — Cassidy, Jul 2025

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Your first kickboxing class at Mangan Martial Arts 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.

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 Mangan Martial Arts Academy

241 W Center Ave, Mooresville, NC28115

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