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Mt. Song Martial Arts Academy
4.9 ★★★★★ 73 Google reviews · Kickboxing gym in Tampa, Florida
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 — 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 mtsong.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone (813) 616-0780
Hours
| Monday | 3–9 PM |
| Tuesday | 5–9 PM |
| Wednesday | 3–9 PM |
| Thursday | 5–9 PM |
| Friday | 3–9 PM |
| Saturday | 10 AM–1 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“My kids have been going to Mt Song Martial Arts Academy for a few months now, and they absolutely love it!”
“The family of mt song is very close knit and welcoming to people of all levels of ability and experience.”
“To attest to their skill, they and their students have won countless awards at tournaments including me and my classmates this year.”
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What members say
“Shifu Salazar and Coach Megan are extremely knowledgeable of the arts and extremely kind and welcoming!”
“Shifu and Coach Megan are most supportive and welcoming martial arts instructors in all of the southeast.”
“It’s more than just martial arts — our child is learning focus, self-control, confidence, and resilience.”
“To attest to their skill, they and their students have won countless awards at tournaments including me and my classmates this year.”
“It’s more than just martial arts — our child is learning focus, self-control, confidence, and resilience.”
“He’s the best in his teachings and I’ve met many students who’ve now become friends and my warrior family!”
From the reviews
Shifu and Coach Megan have a real talent for teaching. They are so knowledgeable, helpful, and welcoming. I signed up with no previous experience in Martial Arts and it has been so much fun learning from them. It’s also a great way to get in shape.
My Song is the best place to learn Shaolin kung fu or tai chi (original forms) and Sanda kickboxing. Shifu Salazar is a master with these martial arts certified . He is the real deal and studied in China. He is a humble, gentle but world class martial artist trained at the highest level.
Mt. Song Martial Arts Academy is an excellent school to learn authentic Kung Fu and Tai Chi. The time I have spent there learning Tai Chi has been an excellent investment for my overall health and sense of well being. Shi Fu Salazar and the other instructors are excellent teachers and individuals.
My son has been going to Mt.Song for 2 years now (he started when he was 5) I can honestly say it has been the best experience ever!! As a parent with a young child, I had many concerns with what after school program he would attend and I made the best decision with Mt Song martial arts!
New to kickboxing? Start at Mt. Song Martial Arts Academy
Mt. Song Martial Arts Academy 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.
Your first kickboxing class at Mt. Song 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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