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Premier Martial Arts Arapahoe

5 ★★★★★ 36 Google reviews · Kickboxing gym in Aurora, Colorado

Kickboxing gym Beginners welcome Kids & teens Competition team Affiliated

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

  • 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 (ages 3–12) — 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 premiermartialarts.com — book classes and see the live schedule
  • Phone (720) 791-2211

Hours

Monday 3–9 PM
Tuesday 3–9 PM
Wednesday 3–9 PM
Thursday 3–9 PM
Friday 3–9 PM
Saturday Closed
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 Premier Martial Arts Arapahoe, confirmed in members' own reviews and the gym's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

🧒 Kids Kickboxing 29 mentions

“The kids had so much fun, and the birthday girl is still talking about how amazing it was to cut a cake with a samurai sword, and break a board!”

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🌱 Beginners 2 mentions

“My daughter was very nervous the first time she went and they made her feel welcomed and showed her how to accomplish all the exercises.”

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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 Premier Martial Arts Arapahoe — mined from their reviews and the gym's own info.

🏟️ MMA

“I love the MMA style and PMA is great at teaching some of the best defensive techniques from the many martial arts styles out there like Jujitsu, Karate, and KravMaga.”

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🥋 Karate 2 mentions

“I love the MMA style and PMA is great at teaching some of the best defensive techniques from the many martial arts styles out there like Jujitsu, Karate, and KravMaga.”

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🛡️ Self-Defense 3 mentions

“They learn self-defense techniques while having fun.”

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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 36 Google reviews — in their own words.

🧑‍🏫 expert, motivating coaching 2 mentions

“Alex, the head instructor is maybe the most amazing instructor I have ever witnessed teach my child.”

🌱 welcoming to beginners 5 mentions

“My daughter was very nervous the first time she went and they made her feel welcomed and showed her how to accomplish all the exercises.”

🎉 fun, high-energy classes 3 mentions

“The kids had so much fun, and the birthday girl is still talking about how amazing it was to cut a cake with a samurai sword, and break a board!”

🧒 strong kids program 3 mentions

“Not only was the party a huge success, but the classes themselves have been incredible for my son. He has gained so much confidence, discipline, and respect since starting.”

🧠 builds confidence & relieves stress 5 mentions

“They learn a lot more than martial arts moves, as the instructors help teach confidence, self control, respect, caring for others, how to listen, and a ton of other stuff.”

🤝 friendly, family gym 7 mentions

“The team at PMA are so welcoming, communicative and organized when planning the party.”

From the reviews

I've seen the progression in both of my sons since starting with PMA. They've gotten better in school when it comes to self discipline. They've also taught each other to push themselves to be a better person mentally and physically. They started from no skills to being some of the standouts in class.

★★★★★ — Steven, Jun 2023

Premier Martial Arts Arapahoe is awesome! I grew up doing martial arts and have been in and out of it my whole life. The benefits of martial arts, like self-discipline and self-defense, were things I wanted my children to learn and what I benefited from, and so began the search for a good martial arts studio.

★★★★★ — Patricia, Feb 2023

Our 10 year old daughter was practicing martial arts at another school and she really fell in love with the sport. We decided to try PMA in Aurora and we are beyond happy with our decision. Tami, the owner is so welcoming and kind.

★★★★★ — Lee, Aug 2024

The instructors are incredible, my daughter started here when she was 3 and has already learned so much. They are very patient with timid kids and make everyone feel welcome.

★★★★★ — Melissa, Feb 2023

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New to kickboxing? Start at Premier Martial Arts Arapahoe

Premier Martial Arts Arapahoe 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.

See their beginner class info

Your first kickboxing class at Premier Martial Arts Arapahoe

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 Premier Martial Arts Arapahoe

17200 E Iliff Ave A3, Aurora, CO80013

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