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Pit.Fit

4.8 ★★★★★ 28 Google reviews · Kickboxing gym in San Luis Obispo, California

Kickboxing gym Free trial Beginners welcome Kids & teens Cardio kickboxing Competition team

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
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  • Website & schedule pit.fit — book classes and see the live schedule
  • Phone +1 805-242-2032

Hours

Monday 6–7 am, 10 am–12 pm, 3–7 pm
Tuesday 10–11 am, 3–8 pm
Wednesday 6–7 am, 10 am–12 pm, 3–8:30 pm
Thursday 10–11 am, 3–8 pm
Friday 6–7 am, 10 am–12 pm, 3–8 pm
Saturday 10 am–12 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 Pit.Fit, confirmed in members' own reviews and the gym's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

🔥 Cardio Kickboxing 6 mentions

“My husband and I went there while in college, I was able to do cardio group kickboxing classes with my friends while he was able to grapple, all under the same roof.”

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🧒 Kids Kickboxing 5 mentions

“I recommend adults and children of all fitness levels and walks of life to come in and try a class, you wont be disappointed.”

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🌱 Beginners 5 mentions

“I recommend adults and children of all fitness levels and walks of life to come in and try a class, you wont be disappointed.”

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🏆 Competition Team

“After 3 months I started training in the Hawaiian Kempo belt program and have trained with the fight team off and on.”

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🥊 Boxing

“I've trained at world class jiu jitsu and boxing gyms all over the map, and this grappling program is seriously LEGIT.”

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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 Pit.Fit — mined from their reviews and the gym's own info.

🥊 Boxing

“I've trained at world class jiu jitsu and boxing gyms all over the map, and this grappling program is seriously LEGIT.”

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🥋 Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu 6 mentions

“My husband and I went there while in college, I was able to do cardio group kickboxing classes with my friends while he was able to grapple, all under the same roof.”

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🛡️ Self-Defense 2 mentions

“All instructors are very knowledgeable in fitness and self defense and the grappling program, coached by Justin Fraiser, is world class.”

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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 28 Google reviews — in their own words.

🧑‍🏫 expert, motivating coaching 4 mentions

“The techniques taught here can shape amateur and pro fighters from scratch.”

🌱 welcoming to beginners 7 mentions

“The gym is actually quite different from many "fighter dens" in the sense that everyone is welcoming and down to earth.”

🎉 fun, high-energy classes 2 mentions

“If you are looking for a great workout with great people, this is it.”

💦 killer cardio workout 7 mentions

“Best workout/training I have ever experienced, the instructors are knowledgeable, friendly, and willing to help you become your best self.”

🏆 active competition / fight team 2 mentions

“After 3 months I started training in the Hawaiian Kempo belt program and have trained with the fight team off and on.”

🧼 clean, well-equipped gym 3 mentions

“The facilities are clean and well maintained and the environment is friendly and welcoming.”

From the reviews

I started coming to SLO Kickboxing about 15 years ago when it was owned by UFC Champion Chuck Liddell. Since that time, the gym has evolved into a great place for people of all fitness backgrounds to break a great sweat and HAVE FUN! The staff at pit.

★★★★★ — Justin, Mar 2016

Pit.Fit is a great place for all levels of fitness and all types of martial arts. My husband and I went there while in college, I was able to do cardio group kickboxing classes with my friends while he was able to grapple, all under the same roof. We both visit anytime we are in town. We love Pit.

★★★★★ — Kelsey, Apr 2016

The facilities are clean and well maintained and the environment is friendly and welcoming. The instructors are excellent, approachable, and very experienced. The schedule offers different classes for all skill levels.

★★★★★ — Christopher, Mar 2016

The Pit not only provide me with great training, it was my home away from home. I learned so much, got in great shape, and made some great friends. It really is a welcoming place for all levels, ages, and fitness goals. If you are looking for a great workout with great people, this is it.

★★★★★ — Nicole, Mar 2016

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New to kickboxing? Start at Pit.Fit

Pit.Fit 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.

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Your first kickboxing class at Pit.Fit

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 Pit.Fit

3536 S Higuera St Ste 250, San Luis Obispo, CA93401

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