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MVJ Athletic Training Center

4.8 ★★★★★ 147 Google reviews · Kickboxing gym in Newark, Delaware

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
  • Sparring sparring and partner work for members who want it — always optional, eased in gradually, with the coach controlling the contact
  • 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 mvjathletics.com — book classes and see the live schedule
  • Phone +1 302-861-6350

Hours

Monday 11 am–8 pm
Tuesday 11 am–9 pm
Wednesday 11 am–9 pm
Thursday 11 am–9 pm
Friday 11 am–7 pm
Saturday 10 am–1 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 MVJ Athletic Training Center, confirmed in members' own reviews and the gym's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

🧒 Kids Kickboxing 9 mentions

“My son was able to jump in and start learning immediately on day one, the coaches are highly skilled, their ability to work with children is top tier.”

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🌱 Beginners 5 mentions

“I highly suggest training her for all skill levels from beginners to experts they don't make you feel like just a fighter you feel like family there.”

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🤜 Sparring

“I’ve learned so much from the structured training sessions, which balance technique, conditioning, and sparring, making each visit both challenging and rewarding.”

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🏆 Competition Team 4 mentions

“The diversity is great because you have guys who are pro and amateur fighters who can share a lot of details and help your game improve.”

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🥊 Boxing 9 mentions

“From boxing/kickboxing to the self-defense classes that will prepare you to be safe in a less structured environment, there is something for everyone.”

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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 MVJ Athletic Training Center — mined from their reviews and the gym's own info.

🥊 Boxing 9 mentions

“From boxing/kickboxing to the self-defense classes that will prepare you to be safe in a less structured environment, there is something for everyone.”

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🛡️ Self-Defense 3 mentions

“If you’re looking for a martial arts school in Delaware that offers real-world self-defense, discipline, and community, MVJ Athletics is the place to be.”

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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 147 Google reviews — in their own words.

🌱 welcoming to beginners 8 mentions

“I highly suggest training her for all skill levels from beginners to experts they don't make you feel like just a fighter you feel like family there.”

⚖️ great for weight loss 2 mentions

“MVJ Boxing delivers high level coaching with real results, pushing you to improve every session while keeping the energy intense and focused.”

🧒 strong kids program 2 mentions

“MVJ Athletics is more than just a gym it’s where my son grew up, built confidence, and became a strong fighter.”

🏆 active competition / fight team 3 mentions

“The diversity is great because you have guys who are pro and amateur fighters who can share a lot of details and help your game improve.”

🧠 builds confidence & relieves stress 6 mentions

“Highly recommend for anyone serious about learning self-defense, improving fitness, or just building confidence in a supportive environment!”

🤝 friendly, family gym 18 mentions

“I highly suggest training her for all skill levels from beginners to experts they don't make you feel like just a fighter you feel like family there.”

From the reviews

I was looking for a solid boxing and kickboxing school. I came across MVJ while looking schools up online and gave it a try. Best decision I made because since day 1 this school has been all about improving and pushing yourself to new limits.

★★★★★ — Vladimir, Jan 2025

If you’re looking for a martial arts school in Delaware that offers real-world self-defense, discipline, and community, MVJ Athletics is the place to be. The instructors are knowledgeable, passionate, and genuinely invested in their students’ growth.

★★★★★ — Robin, Aug 2025

I have been attending MVJ Athletics Training Center for just over a month and have been able to see a dramatic progression in my abilities in such a short time. Not only has my cardio and strength shown sincere improvement, but the skills acquired and level of discipline I have gained are something that would not be…

★★★★★ — Matthew, Aug 2025

As a former amateur kickboxer, boxer and professional boxer- I can't recommend The MVJ Athletic Training Center enough. This gym has been a cornerstone of my development &training, providing an environment that fosters growth and excellence in both boxing and kickboxing.

★★★★★ — Kamarah, Feb 2026

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New to kickboxing? Start at MVJ Athletic Training Center

MVJ Athletic Training Center 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.

Check beginner classes on their site

Your first kickboxing class at MVJ Athletic Training Center

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 MVJ Athletic Training Center

106 Albe Dr, Newark, DE19702

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