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ProKarate Grand Rapids

5 ★★★★★ 31 Google reviews · Kickboxing gym in Grand Rapids, Michigan

Kickboxing gym Free trial Kids & teens Cardio kickboxing Private lessons

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
  • 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 4–14) — built around confidence, focus, and fun
  • Private lessons one-on-one coaching available — a focused way to start or to work around a busy schedule; ask about availability and rates
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  • Website & schedule prokarategrandrapids.com — book classes and see the live schedule
  • Phone +1 616-617-8045

Hours

Monday 9:30 am–12:30 pm, 4–8:30 pm
Tuesday 9:30 am–1:30 pm, 4–8:15 pm
Wednesday 9:30 am–12 pm, 4–7 pm
Thursday 9:30 am–1:30 pm, 4–8:15 pm
Friday Closed
Saturday 9:30 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 ProKarate Grand Rapids, confirmed in members' own reviews and the gym's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

🧒 Kids Kickboxing 11 mentions

“The Senseis are amazing, they're patient with the children but also strict enough to control the class and teach the kids respect.”

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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 ProKarate Grand Rapids — mined from their reviews and the gym's own info.

🥋 Karate 3 mentions

“Our older son took karate lessons from Sensei Julie and our younger son has been doing it for over a year, including weapons.”

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🛡️ Self-Defense

“If you are looking to learn self defense, or even just work out to stay in shape this is the best place in town!”

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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 31 Google reviews — in their own words.

🧒 strong kids program 3 mentions

“The senseis are friendly, professional, great with kids and teach well.”

🧼 clean, well-equipped gym 3 mentions

“I myself attended a kick fit class and first hand experienced their professionalism and cleanliness at this facility.”

🤝 friendly, family gym 4 mentions

“The senseis are friendly, professional, great with kids and teach well.”

From the reviews

My son was researching Karate studios and based on there professionalism he chose this Dojo. When he went for the trial class he loved it. He admires his teachers and looks forward to going to class. This has greatly changed his confidence and made him more disciplined.

★★★★★ — Diana, Aug 2021

My daughter takes classes and loves it! I can't say enough good things about the teachers and style of teaching.

★★★★★ — Jantje, Apr 2021

Great place! My husband has been going there for over 10 years and has learned so much from Brian and the team. They are always so kind and welcoming to everyone. I myself attended a kick fit class and first hand experienced their professionalism and cleanliness at this facility.

★★★★★ — Zena, Dec 2019

Phenomenal place. The Senseis are amazing, they're patient with the children but also strict enough to control the class and teach the kids respect. We have fallen in love with this place, they have brought my ADHD kiddo so far! I cant say enought about how wonderful they are.

★★★★★ — Michelle, Jun 2026

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Your first kickboxing class at ProKarate Grand Rapids

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 ProKarate Grand Rapids

652 28th St SW B, Grand Rapids, MI49509

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