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Master Khechen's Martial Arts Academy

5 ★★★★★ 165 Google reviews · Kickboxing gym in Niagara Falls, New York

Kickboxing gym Beginners welcome Kids & teens Cardio kickboxing Competition team

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
  • 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 buffalokicks.com — book classes and see the live schedule
  • Phone (716) 215-6232

Hours

Monday 10 AM–9 PM
Tuesday 10 AM–9 PM
Wednesday 10 AM–9 PM
Thursday 10 AM–9 PM
Friday 10 AM–9 PM
Saturday 9 AM–2 PM
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 Master Khechen's Martial Arts Academy, confirmed in members' own reviews and the gym's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

🧒 Kids Kickboxing 30 mentions

“My son has been attending Master Khechen’s Martial Arts Academy in Niagara Falls for a few months now and we have really enjoyed our experience here.”

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🏆 Competition Team

“He loves participating in tournaments, learning new techniques and always has something to look forward to.”

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

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 165 Google reviews — in their own words.

🧑‍🏫 expert, motivating coaching 2 mentions

“The lead instructor is skillful and a knowledgeable teacher.”

🧒 strong kids program 3 mentions

“My daughter has been going for over a year and she loves it!”

🧠 builds confidence & relieves stress 3 mentions

“I can tell the difference in my child’s ability to focus and the change in his confidence.”

🤝 friendly, family gym 14 mentions

“All the staff are friendly, welcoming and accommodating, and the atmosphere is always positive.”

From the reviews

My son has been attending Master Khechens for a year and a half and it is so much more than a martial arts studio. The focus on character building and accountability carry over to his behavior at home, at school, and in the community. He has developed great friendships, and has so many great role models and mentors.

★★★★★ — Nicole, Jul 2020

Our son has been attending this academy for about 2 1/2 years now. Since he's been here he has been more disciplined, driven, respectful, focused and HAPPY!!! He has goals that he works towards and stays active and healthy!

★★★★★ — Judy, Jul 2020

I have been to a couple different martial art schools in my life travels. The Niagara Falls school has been my favorite. The Niagara Falls school has good energy and friendly environment. The lead instructor is skillful and a knowledgeable teacher.

★★★★★ — Brett, Jul 2020

I have been taking my son to Master Khechen’s Martial Arts Academy in Niagara Falls since they first opened and he absolutely loves it! He enjoys the engaging classes and the friendly staff. The instructors focus on developing each student’s strengths to ensure every child is seen and reaches their full potential.

★★★★★ — Allen, Aug 2020

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New to kickboxing? Start at Master Khechen's Martial Arts Academy

Master Khechen's Martial Arts Academy comes up as a beginner-friendly gym — noted on their own site. 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.

See their beginner class info

Your first kickboxing class at Master Khechen's 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 Master Khechen's Martial Arts Academy

740 E Market St, Niagara Falls, NY14301

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