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Premier Martial Arts Ivy City
5 ★★★★★ 28 Google reviews · Kickboxing gym in Washington, District of Columbia
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
- 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
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule premiermartialarts.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone +1 202-844-2711
Hours
| Monday | 11 am–9 pm |
| Tuesday | 11 am–9 pm |
| Wednesday | 11 am–9 pm |
| Thursday | 11 am–9 pm |
| Friday | 11 am–5 pm |
| Saturday | 10 am–2 pm |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“My son has been training with Premier Martial Arts in Ivy City since it opened three and a half years ago, starting at age 6.”
“Overall 5 stars for my teen son, who is self-motivated to go to class and earn his belts.”
Other martial arts here
“A huge highlight was when the birthday boy got to karate-chop a board and even cut his birthday cake with a sword—talk about a core memory!”
“My son is gaining confidence and learning self defense.”
What members say
“I can already tell her confidence is growing as well as her understanding of concepts such as respect and self discipline, all while she is having SO MUCH fun.”
“My son Elijiah loves this class best decision to make and the instructors are awesome thank you 😊”
“I can already tell her confidence is growing as well as her understanding of concepts such as respect and self discipline, all while she is having SO MUCH fun.”
“Premier Martial Arts is more than just martial arts—it’s a program that teaches life skills, respect, and responsibility in a supportive, community-focused environment.”
From the reviews
I took my son here for the first appointment. And they were so welcoming. My son Josiah was so excited for his next class. It takes a village and this is a great starting place!
My son has been training with Premier Martial Arts in Ivy City since it opened three and a half years ago, starting at age 6. The instructors are terrific - kind, talented, and able to push kids just enough so that they learn without feeling overwhelmed or left behind. My son has built strength and confidence.
I've learned along with my son on defense techniques and self discipline because of this class keep doing what you all are doing great staff feels like family and understanding of life as human beings thank you all love it i advise for kids and adults....
This has been an amazing journey with Premier Martial Arts. My son is gaining confidence and learning self defense. The instructors are great with children and make it fun for them. My son love it here 💙
New to kickboxing? Start at Premier Martial Arts Ivy City
Premier Martial Arts Ivy City 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 Premier Martial Arts Ivy City
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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