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Modern Warrior Martial Arts Academy
5 ★★★★★ 46 Google reviews · Kickboxing gym in City of Atwater, California
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
- Kids & teen classes kids and teen kickboxing classes (ages 5–8) — 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 atwatermartialartsnow.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone +1 209-356-0700
Hours
| Monday | 3:30–9 pm |
| Tuesday | 3:30–9 pm |
| Wednesday | 3:30–9 pm |
| Thursday | 3:30–9 pm |
| Friday | 3:30–9 pm |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“My son usually gets bored with other sports, but he's been going to Modern Warrior Martial Arts for about a year now and still loves it.”
“My daughters just went to their first Tournament, we were amazed with the support we had.”
“Modern Warriors Martial Arts is an outstanding environment for kids of all ages to begin learning Muay Thai and self-defense.”
“We were looking at a boxing gym, MMA gym and other traditional marital arts.”
Other martial arts here
“Modern Warriors Martial Arts is an outstanding environment for kids of all ages to begin learning Muay Thai and self-defense.”
“We were looking at a boxing gym, MMA gym and other traditional marital arts.”
“We were looking at a boxing gym, MMA gym and other traditional marital arts.”
“The style of martial arts they teach is Muay Thai and BJJ which is great for todays world.”
“Modern Warrior Martial Arts Academy teaches more than Karate.”
“Not only is he very talented in the arts but more importantly he has the required talent to teach the art of self defense, I know because he was able to get me to my black belt.”
What members say
“My kids love coming here; they look forward to earning their belts and interacting with the rest of the students.”
“They have tons of fun and learn a great deal as well.”
“The classes are engineered and instructed in such a way that the students learn patience, discipline, sportsmanship, perseverance, exercise, health, and overall confidence.”
“Modern Warrior is not just about teaching martial arts but teaching students how to be good people.”
From the reviews
Modern Warrior Martial Arts Academy teaches more than Karate. The classes are engineered and instructed in such a way that the students learn patience, discipline, sportsmanship, perseverance, exercise, health, and overall confidence. The coach:student ratio is wonderful!
Modern Warriors Martial Arts is an outstanding environment for kids of all ages to begin learning Muay Thai and self-defense. It’s impressive to watch the coaches instill confidence, discipline and skill with each student. The coaches keep students engaged in such a positive manner, encouraging and motivating them.
When we moved to the area, we were looking for a marital art school. We were looking at a boxing gym, MMA gym and other traditional marital arts. We decided to give this place a shot after stumbling upon their website and it's been a blessing.
My daughter joined the summer program and loved it so much she signed up for regular classes. The coaches are great with kids of all ages. Children are not only taught an art, but various life skills. I highly recommend this program for growth, accountability, and to gain overall confidence.
New to kickboxing? Start at Modern Warrior Martial Arts Academy
Modern Warrior 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.
Your first kickboxing class at Modern Warrior 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.
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