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Rising Fist Martial Arts

5 ★★★★★ 7 Google reviews · Kickboxing gym in Stanhope, New Jersey

Free trial Kids & teens 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

  • 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
  • Kids & teen classes kids and teen kickboxing classes (ages 5) — 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
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  • Website & schedule risingfistmartialarts.com — book classes and see the live schedule
  • Phone +1 973-756-7436

Hours

Monday 6–8:30 pm
Tuesday 6–8:30 pm
Wednesday 6–9 pm
Thursday Closed
Friday 6–9 pm
Saturday 10 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 Rising Fist Martial Arts, confirmed in members' own reviews and the gym's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

🧒 Kids Kickboxing 4 mentions

“Both my son and i joined about a year ago and could not ask for a more dedicated group of teachers.”

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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 Rising Fist Martial Arts — mined from their reviews and the gym's own info.

🥋 Karate 2 mentions

“You go to learn karate of course but an added bonus is you leave with a new family.”

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🛡️ Self-Defense

“Here at rising fist you have it from the traditional to the self defense of every day.”

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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.

From the reviews

We absolutely love our dojo. Both my son and i joined about a year ago and could not ask for a more dedicated group of teachers. We have really found a place that feels like home. Everyone is so knowledgeable but approachable and so ready to share their knowledge and skills with anyone that walks thru their doors.

★★★★★ — Johana, Jan 2023

My son has been attending for almost a year now. He looks forward to karate class. Great instructors!

★★★★★ — Arnel, Nov 2018

There are many schools but not many teachers that teach for the love of the art. Here at rising fist you have it from the traditional to the self defense of every day. I can not say enough and would recommend from young to old.

★★★★★ — Tsojay1, Dec 2020

Sensei Andrew West is possibly the coolest and most knowledgeable Sensei I've ever had. You go to learn karate of course but an added bonus is you leave with a new family.

★★★★★ — Brandon, Aug 2019

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Your first kickboxing class at Rising Fist Martial Arts

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 Rising Fist Martial Arts

67-69 Main St, Stanhope, NJ07874

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