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Premier Martial Arts South Lex
4.9 ★★★★★ 57 Google reviews · Kickboxing gym in Lexington, Kentucky
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 (ages 3–12) — built around confidence, focus, and fun
- Sparring sparring and partner work for members who want it — always optional, eased in gradually, with the coach controlling the contact
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule premiermartialarts.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone +1 859-785-3704
Hours
| Monday | 1–8:30 pm |
| Tuesday | 1–8:30 pm |
| Wednesday | 1–8:30 pm |
| Thursday | 1–8:30 pm |
| Friday | 1–8:30 pm |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“Since enrolling my Grandson’s in January not only have we have seen improvement in their self confidence but also in their compassion and respect for others!”
“(The program is the same, but she is practicing and sparring with mostly adults).”
“She's 15, so we had the choice to put her in the teen class or basic adult class.”
“The classes are well-structured and cater to students of all levels.”
Other martial arts here
“My son loves karate, ever since he started karate his school teachers have seen a difference in his confidence.”
“She is learning valuable self-defense techniques that are taught from a practical and life-saving standpoint should someone ever attack her.”
What members say
“Our son is taking classes at Premier Martial Arts and we have been extremely impressed with the quality of instruction and the welcoming atmosphere of the school.”
“My son loves karate, ever since he started karate his school teachers have seen a difference in his confidence.”
“Since enrolling my Grandson’s in January not only have we have seen improvement in their self confidence but also in their compassion and respect for others!”
“Our son is taking classes at Premier Martial Arts and we have been extremely impressed with the quality of instruction and the welcoming atmosphere of the school.”
From the reviews
Our daughter has been in Sensei Ryan's class for almost 2 months and we are loving it! She is learning valuable self-defense techniques that are taught from a practical and life-saving standpoint should someone ever attack her. She's 15, so we had the choice to put her in the teen class or basic adult class.
My son loves doing martial arts at premier. They have been so supportive of each child and help them grow in their confidence. When my youngest son decided to try martial arts, they were so patient with him and encouraging (he has ASD level 3 and doesn't always do well following directions).
Our son is taking classes at Premier Martial Arts and we have been extremely impressed with the quality of instruction and the welcoming atmosphere of the school. The instructors are all highly skilled and take the time to make sure that each student is understanding and progressing in their training.
Over the past year our little girl Bella has gained so much confidence thru her martial arts classes at PMA southside Lexington. She has been driven so hard , taking extra time to train outside of her classes and her progress has paid off . Her instructors are first class , and I’m proud of the leader she is becoming .
New to kickboxing? Start at Premier Martial Arts South Lex
Premier Martial Arts South Lex 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 South Lex
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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