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NME Martial Arts
4.9 ★★★★★ 39 Google reviews · Kickboxing gym in Irvine, California
Friendly academy for Muay Thai and other martial arts disciplines.
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
- Women's classes dedicated women's kickboxing classes — a welcoming space to start out and train
- 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 nmemartialarts.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone (949) 350-1530
Hours
| Monday | 4–10 PM |
| Tuesday | 4–10 PM |
| Wednesday | 4–10 PM |
| Thursday | 4–10 PM |
| Friday | Closed |
| Saturday | 10 AM–1 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“Highly recommended for anyone interested in martial arts, whether you're brand new to training or have been doing it for decades”
“The workouts are structured for a wide range of abilities and there are also advanced classes for those who want to spar and learn more ringcraft.”
“Advanced classes and fight teams means there is always room to grow.”
“I joined his Muay Thai class in the evening and enjoyed every bit of training quintessential for growing both physical and mental strength.”
“NME Martial Arts is a great place to learn Thai boxing for all skill levels!”
“I was introduced to Coach Dennis through the Muay Thai and Kickboxing class at UCI and joined NME soon after.”
Other martial arts here
“I joined his Muay Thai class in the evening and enjoyed every bit of training quintessential for growing both physical and mental strength.”
“He also offers Kali class which uses sticks, knives, self defense and much more.”
What members say
“Coach Dennis is an amazing and experienced instructor and will push you to become a better martial artist.”
“Coach Dennis met me right where I was, fully dedicated to helping every student grow, whether beginner or professional.”
“This gym is worth every penny for anyone who is looking for good training at a true martial arts gym.”
“His muay thai classes really focus on building your physical and mental strength which has brought me all the confidence i need.”
“Though the class is challenging, he is always supportive and ready to correct your form and answer any questions I’ve had.”
From the reviews
This is an amazing studio, with a great coach! Coach Dennis takes his time to help each individual student gain confidence in their Muay Thai abilities. The team is very welcoming, and respectful. Even if you are brand new, you don’t feel like you are being talked down to or anything like that.
Coach Dennis is an excellent martial arts guru with years of experience training both young and old. I joined his Muay Thai class in the evening and enjoyed every bit of training quintessential for growing both physical and mental strength.
Great training in a friendly environment. Coach Dennis structures classes expertly with a focus on technique and always makes time to improve his students training. Advanced classes and fight teams means there is always room to grow.
NME Martial Arts is a great place to learn Thai boxing for all skill levels! The workouts are structured for a wide range of abilities and there are also advanced classes for those who want to spar and learn more ringcraft.
New to kickboxing? Start at NME Martial Arts
NME 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 NME 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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