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Rosales Karate & Kickboxing Academy
4.6 ★★★★★ 31 Google reviews · Kickboxing gym in Albuquerque, New Mexico
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 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
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule rosaleskickboxingkarate.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone (505) 688-0699
Hours
| Monday | Closed |
| Tuesday | 4–8 PM |
| Wednesday | Closed |
| Thursday | 4–8 PM |
| Friday | Closed |
| Saturday | 8:30 AM–12 AM |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“Family friendly and a great workout for our teenager.”
“Since then, he has trained my two oldest children and now he is training my two youngest, and hes getting me and and my girlfriend into fighting shape.”
“Would recommend to anyone, from beginners to experienced athletes!”
“I have seen many of his students and fighters excel in karate, boxing and kickboxing, because of his dedication and love of the sport and our community.”
“Family friendly and a great workout for our teenager.”
Other martial arts here
“I have seen many of his students and fighters excel in karate, boxing and kickboxing, because of his dedication and love of the sport and our community.”
“I have seen many of his students and fighters excel in karate, boxing and kickboxing, because of his dedication and love of the sport and our community.”
“He taught me self-discipline, self-confidence, and self-defense.”
What members say
“My humble option best trainer in the city!”
“The owner and other instructor were very welcoming and they give the kids leeway to learn at their own pace.”
“Family friendly and a great workout for our teenager.”
“Family friendly and a great workout for our teenager.”
“The owner and other instructor were very welcoming and they give the kids leeway to learn at their own pace.”
From the reviews
I’ve known Grand Master Rosales since I was 15 years old. He has been such an influential part of my life. GM Rosales was my role model and mentor. He taught me self-discipline, self-confidence, and self-defense.
Best mitt man i have ever seen,,, i fought and trained wrestlers-(boxers) most of my life!!! NOT ON HIS LEVEL!! WITH BOXING!! a huge fan of loco boxing heritage!! in new mexico and duke city))) i even watched Tony Rosales win his kick boxing champion growing up back in the day!!!
Great place to be not only for physical motivation but, mental motivation as well. Professor Rosales and his team are supportive of all involved not only in class but, outside of class too. My kids enjoy both kickboxing and karate and are trying to get me to join!
Wonderful owner so welcoming and professional. His Karate classes for youth is absolutely amazing and his interaction with the children is positive! Positive and encouraging environment for children to grow and learn Karate and life skills. I'm happy I found this place for my child. 100%
New to kickboxing? Start at Rosales Karate & Kickboxing Academy
Rosales Karate & Kickboxing Academy 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 Rosales Karate & Kickboxing Academy
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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