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Matador Training
4.8 ★★★★★ 18 Google reviews · Kickboxing gym in North Hollywood, California
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
- 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 matadortraining.net — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone +1 818-861-6368
Hours
| Monday | 6 am–8 pm |
| Tuesday | 8 am–8 pm |
| Wednesday | 6 am–8 pm |
| Thursday | 8 am–8 pm |
| Friday | 6 am–8 pm |
| Saturday | 8 am–1 pm |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“Whether you're a beginner or an experienced fighter, the one-on-one and group classes are designed to meet your needs and help you achieve your goals.”
“Others are active amateur fighters, and they’re serious about helping anyone who wants to go amateur or even work toward the UFC or pro fight scene.”
“⸻ 🥊 Striking Classes (Boxing, Muay Thai, MMA) Each class starts with 2–3 rounds of jump rope and 2 rounds of shadowboxing to warm up.”
“⸻ 🥊 Striking Classes (Boxing, Muay Thai, MMA) Each class starts with 2–3 rounds of jump rope and 2 rounds of shadowboxing to warm up.”
“Whether you're a beginner or an experienced fighter, the one-on-one and group classes are designed to meet your needs and help you achieve your goals.”
Other martial arts here
“⸻ 🥊 Striking Classes (Boxing, Muay Thai, MMA) Each class starts with 2–3 rounds of jump rope and 2 rounds of shadowboxing to warm up.”
“⸻ 🥊 Striking Classes (Boxing, Muay Thai, MMA) Each class starts with 2–3 rounds of jump rope and 2 rounds of shadowboxing to warm up.”
“⸻ 🥊 Striking Classes (Boxing, Muay Thai, MMA) Each class starts with 2–3 rounds of jump rope and 2 rounds of shadowboxing to warm up.”
“⸻ 🤼♂️ BJJ & Wrestling The BJJ and wrestling classes are run by different coaches, and both cover the full range of foundational techniques.”
What members say
“This is the one stop for any fitness and or martial arts goals, whatever your motives and experience may be, there are elite coaches who cater to your level.”
“This is the one stop for any fitness and or martial arts goals, whatever your motives and experience may be, there are elite coaches who cater to your level.”
“High level coaching whether you’re looking to compete in fights or just looking to learn and new skill and get in great shape while doing it.”
“Others are active amateur fighters, and they’re serious about helping anyone who wants to go amateur or even work toward the UFC or pro fight scene.”
“The gym is well-maintained and clean, with plenty of space and equipment to accommodate all students.”
“From the moment you step foot into his facility, you'll feel the energy and passion that Marcos and his team have for MMA and fitness.”
From the reviews
Highly recommend this gym. Atmosphere is great and welcoming to all levels. Offers a wide range of classes including MMA, BJJ, Muay Thai and more.The coaches are knowledgeable, patient, and push you to do your best.The gym is clean and well equipped.
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Matador Training Changed My Life — More Than Just a Gym Matador Training isn’t just a gym — it’s a family and a community that’s helped transform my life. I’ve trained at other gyms before, but Matador Training in North Hollywood is on another level.
If you're looking for an MMA gym that offers exceptional training, Matador Training should definitely be on your list. Marcos, the owner, is truly dedicated to his craft and it shows in every aspect of his gym.
Whether you're a beginner or a pro level athlete, Marcos will get you right in all things Boxing, MMA, and/or strength training. I've been training boxing and strength training with him 1 on 1 for two years now and I've learned a lot and I'm still learning every day.
New to kickboxing? Start at Matador Training
Matador Training 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.
Your first kickboxing class at Matador Training
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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