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Nishime Martial Arts
4.9 ★★★★★ 137 Google reviews · Kickboxing gym in Cincinnati, Ohio
Affiliated gym — reviews and the gym's own info suggest it belongs to a known kickboxing or boxing-fitness franchise or network (think 9Round, iLoveKickboxing, CKO, TITLE Boxing Club or Jabz). Franchise gyms run a consistent class format and are often a friendly, familiar place to start. If a specific brand matters to you, confirm it on the gym's own site.
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
- 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 cincinnatimartialarts.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone +1 513-353-5425
Hours
| Monday | 1–9 pm |
| Tuesday | 1–9 pm |
| Wednesday | 1–9 pm |
| Thursday | 1–9 pm |
| Friday | 1–9 pm |
| Saturday | 9 am–2 pm |
| Sunday | 1 am–5 pm |
The classes they run
“My son is 5 and was tentative to start so it was great to have the free week and the month long trial before committing .”
“I have competed in two tournaments with great success thanks to the support and expert coaching I’ve received before and during matches.”
“The coaches are all wonderful and the teens who help with the younger age classes set a great example.”
Other martial arts here
“I’ve been taking Jiu Jitsu classes here for almost a year and look forward to coming in every time.”
“The Nishime Family karate is one of the best thing that happened to my 5 years old son and my 9 years old daughter.”
What members say
“Both my children have gained self confidence, motivation and mental strength thanks to the amazing instructors.”
“There are plenty of weekly classes to choose from, and the community is extremely welcoming.”
“They bring an amazing energy and flow to each session and encourages the students to learn at their own pace.”
“Both my children have gained self confidence, motivation and mental strength thanks to the amazing instructors.”
“I have competed in two tournaments with great success thanks to the support and expert coaching I’ve received before and during matches.”
“He, while initially anxious to even enter the dojo, has found confidence in his inner-strength and has been learning to control his "eyes, mind, and body".”
From the reviews
I have been training Jiu Jitsu at Nishime Martial Arts for about six months. I can only say it is a fantastic group of people to train with. The head instructor Jason Nishime, assistant instructor Drew Canfield, and all the advanced belts provide excellent instruction and a welcoming environment to grow your knowledge…
It has been over a year since our children became members of the Nishime "family". I say the word family because it is truly the backbone of this dojo. Our children were immediately welcomed and incorporated in the environment. The instructors are knowledgeable, personable, and patient.
This karate dojo has been an incredible experience for our kids. The instructors are patient, encouraging, and truly understand how to work with kids of all ages and skill levels. They create a positive, structured environment where children feel supported while learning discipline, focus, and respect.
The Nishime Family karate is one of the best thing that happened to my 5 years old son and my 9 years old daughter. The instructors really care about the children and they go beyond teaching karate. Both my children have gained self confidence, motivation and mental strength thanks to the amazing instructors.
New to kickboxing? Start at Nishime Martial Arts
Nishime Martial Arts 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 Nishime Martial Arts
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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