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Pura Vida BJJ & MMA
4.9 ★★★★★ 89 Google reviews · Kickboxing gym in Milwaukee, Wisconsin
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
- Kids & teen classes kids and teen kickboxing classes — built around confidence, focus, and fun
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule puravidabjj.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone +1 414-885-0003
Hours
| Monday | 12–1 pm, 4–8 pm |
| Tuesday | 4–8 pm |
| Wednesday | 12–1 pm, 4–8 pm |
| Thursday | 4–8 pm |
| Friday | 12–1 pm, 5:30–7 pm |
| Saturday | 10 am–12 pm |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“They have everything you could want: BJJ, MMA, kickboxing, wrestling, fitness center, a kids program, and leveled classes for both beginners and advanced practitioners.”
“They have everything you could want: BJJ, MMA, kickboxing, wrestling, fitness center, a kids program, and leveled classes for both beginners and advanced practitioners.”
Other martial arts here
“They have everything you could want: BJJ, MMA, kickboxing, wrestling, fitness center, a kids program, and leveled classes for both beginners and advanced practitioners.”
“They have everything you could want: BJJ, MMA, kickboxing, wrestling, fitness center, a kids program, and leveled classes for both beginners and advanced practitioners.”
“If you’re serious about competing or learning self defense this is you want to be.”
What members say
“They have everything you could want: BJJ, MMA, kickboxing, wrestling, fitness center, a kids program, and leveled classes for both beginners and advanced practitioners.”
“The new gym is huge, very clean and has a great setup.”
“I’ve spent the last 5 years training and greatly appreciate the way it has boosted my self image, physical ability, and tolerance to handle high stress situations.”
“Amazing gym would highly recommend, coming here in late august having previously trained at other gyms the coaches were extremely welcoming, and professional.”
From the reviews
Amazing gym all around. They have everything you could want: BJJ, MMA, kickboxing, wrestling, fitness center, a kids program, and leveled classes for both beginners and advanced practitioners.
A Place I’ve called come for the last 5 years! This is where my journey began as a martial artist. I’ve seen the facility upgrade, the coaches continue to have a growth mindset, and members of all ability levels come together just to sweat!
Whether you are just interested in working out, building confidence, learning striking (boxing, kick boxing), grappling(wrestling, jujitsu), or taking up MMA, whether you or looking for your children or for yourself, Pura Vida is the place to be…world class instruction, great teammates, I love my Pura Vida family.
"Our family absolutely loves Pura Vida! As a parent, finding an activity that truly benefits both myself and my children has been amazing, and this gym delivers on all fronts. The coaches here are phenomenal. They manage to keep every class fun and engaging, while also pushing us to develop real grit and discipline.
New to kickboxing? Start at Pura Vida BJJ & MMA
Pura Vida BJJ & MMA 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.
Your first kickboxing class at Pura Vida BJJ & MMA
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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