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Sage Arts Studio Martial Arts & Fitness

4.8 ★★★★★ 25 Google reviews · Kickboxing gym in Milwaukee, Wisconsin

Beginners welcome Kids & teens Private lessons

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  • 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
  • Private lessons one-on-one coaching available — a focused way to start or to work around a busy schedule; ask about availability and rates
  • Today see hours ·
  • Website & schedule sageartsstudio.com — book classes and see the live schedule
  • Phone (414) 520-7243

Hours

Monday 8–10 AM, 6–9 PM
Tuesday 8–10 AM, 6–9 PM
Wednesday 6–9 PM
Thursday 6–9 PM
Friday 8 AM–9 PM
Saturday 8 AM–1:30 PM
Sunday 9 AM–1:30 PM

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 Sage Arts Studio Martial Arts & Fitness, confirmed in members' own reviews and the gym's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

🧒 Kids Kickboxing 2 mentions

“My 9 year old son started Sage martial arts nearly 3 months ago ( private lessons) and I must say Sensei Anthony Sell is exactly to the tee what my son needed to grow.”

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🌱 Beginners 4 mentions

“Anthony Sell is an incredible instructor who works will with not only beginners, but experienced Martial Artists.”

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👤 Private Lessons

“My 9 year old son started Sage martial arts nearly 3 months ago ( private lessons) and I must say Sensei Anthony Sell is exactly to the tee what my son needed to grow.”

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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 Sage Arts Studio Martial Arts & Fitness — mined from their reviews and the gym's own info.

🥋 Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu 2 mentions

“At the time I was looking for a fun alternative to brazilian jiu jitsu and discovered the bo staff.”

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🛡️ Self-Defense 4 mentions

“I walked in wanting to learn some self defense and ended up learning an enormous amount about mobility, combat, and all sorts of arts.”

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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 25 Google reviews — in their own words.

🧑‍🏫 expert, motivating coaching 5 mentions

“Anthony Sell is an incredible instructor who works will with not only beginners, but experienced Martial Artists.”

🌱 welcoming to beginners 6 mentions

“Sage Arts Studio also has an amazing group of people who make the environment fun, welcoming, and comfortable especially for someone just starting out.”

🤝 friendly, family gym 3 mentions

“Sage Arts Studio also has an amazing group of people who make the environment fun, welcoming, and comfortable especially for someone just starting out.”

From the reviews

Sage Arts Studio Martial Arts is a great place for anyone to train. Whether a beginner or a seasoned martial artist, you will have a positive experience. Guru Anthony Sell has a wealth of knowledge in a number of artistic expressions.

★★★★★ — Affinity, Dec 2020

Anthony Sell is one of the most talented and caring Martial Arts instructors in the world. I run a worldwide organization and I know Anthony is respected and his advice is sought after internationally. Whatever your reason for seeking an instructor in the Martial Arts, this is the place.

★★★★★ — Rick, Dec 2020

Great instruction in multiple disciplines. Not only is Mr. Sell a great teacher and coach but also a serious artist between painting, photography and of course martial arts you will not find another teacher with his wealth of knowledge.

★★★★★ — Ian, May 2021

Sage Martial Arts has an amazing, unique, and well rounded Martial Arts program. They off top quality instruction in multiple styles and disciplines. At Sage Martial Arts, you can find your own path in your training, which is hard to find elsewhere.

★★★★★ — Pete, Feb 2020

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New to kickboxing? Start at Sage Arts Studio Martial Arts & Fitness

Sage Arts Studio Martial Arts & Fitness 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.

See their beginner class info

Your first kickboxing class at Sage Arts Studio Martial Arts & Fitness

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 Sage Arts Studio Martial Arts & Fitness

4300 W Forest Home Ave, Milwaukee, WI53219

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