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Roots Kickboxing BJJ
4.9 ★★★★★ 52 Google reviews · Kickboxing gym in Union City, California
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
- 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 5–14) — 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
- Sparring sparring and partner work for members who want it — always optional, eased in gradually, with the coach controlling the contact
- Competition team a competition team for members who want to test themselves in the ring — amateur kickboxing, muay thai, or K-1
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule rootskickboxingbjj.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone +1 510-431-2752
Hours
| Monday | 12–9 pm |
| Tuesday | 12–9 pm |
| Wednesday | 12–9 pm |
| Thursday | 12–9 pm |
| Friday | 12–9 pm |
| Saturday | 9 am–1 pm |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“All I ask from my sons is that they put in the effort and improve just a little more every time they come to class.”
“The coaches are phenomenal—skilled, passionate, and supportive—making it easy to see progress whether you’re a beginner or experienced.”
“They pushed me to become a better martial artist and helped me progress to the point where I was able to compete.”
“I started with Muay Thai, and Coach Jamie’s combination of kindness, patience, and toughness helped me grow, even with no prior experience.”
“boxing) for a couple weeks, keeps it simple at first and gradually builds the combo.”
Other martial arts here
“I started with Muay Thai, and Coach Jamie’s combination of kindness, patience, and toughness helped me grow, even with no prior experience.”
“boxing) for a couple weeks, keeps it simple at first and gradually builds the combo.”
“After a few months, I split my training between Muay Thai and BJJ, before fully transitioning to Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu.”
What members say
“Friendly community, knowledgeable coaches, and decent price.”
“The coaches are phenomenal—skilled, passionate, and supportive—making it easy to see progress whether you’re a beginner or experienced.”
“Under the guidance of Coaches Vitor and Barry, I trained for my first two competitions and made some amazing friends along the way.”
“I've greatly enjoyed my time here and compared to other places in this area, it's more affordable as well.”
“This journey has not only boosted my fitness and confidence but has also given me a passion and community I’ll carry with me forever.”
“5 Star Gym - me and my family visited yesterday and their classes are structured and the quality of instruction is top notch.”
From the reviews
I began my martial arts journey at Roots, and it’s been a life-changing experience. I started with Muay Thai, and Coach Jamie’s combination of kindness, patience, and toughness helped me grow, even with no prior experience.
Great team with youth Jiu Jitsu classes, fair pricing and great teacher to student ratio. If you want to enroll your kids in a martial arts class, definitely check out this place!
Many of my old gym buddies switched to Roots, truly a hidden gem in the bay area! Coach Jamie focuses on one theme (i.e. boxing) for a couple weeks, keeps it simple at first and gradually builds the combo. I've seen way more improvement in my technique here than anywhere else, even after just a few sessions.
Roots has truly become a second home for our family. The coaches are phenomenal—skilled, passionate, and supportive—making it easy to see progress whether you’re a beginner or experienced. What we love most is how inclusive the gym is.
New to kickboxing? Start at Roots Kickboxing BJJ
Roots Kickboxing BJJ 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 Roots Kickboxing BJJ
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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