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Sakura Warrior Arts

4.9 ★★★★★ 32 Google reviews · Kickboxing gym in Missoula, Montana

Kickboxing gym Free trial Kids & teens Cardio kickboxing Private lessons Competition team

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
  • 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 6) — 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
  • 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 sakurawarriorarts.com — book classes and see the live schedule
  • Phone (406) 728-8187

Hours

Monday 3:30–8:30 PM
Tuesday 3:30–8:30 PM
Wednesday 3:30–8:30 PM
Thursday 3:30–8:30 PM
Friday 3:30–8:30 PM
Saturday Closed
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 Sakura Warrior Arts, confirmed in members' own reviews and the gym's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

🔥 Cardio Kickboxing 2 mentions

“I also take the kickboxing class and cannot recommend it enough.”

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🧒 Kids Kickboxing 8 mentions

“The best self defense Academy, it's a privilege for my children to be going here.”

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🤜 Sparring

“I still spar and train on my own, but nothing will ever compare to the atmosphere at Sakura.”

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🥊 Boxing

“I had three years of boxing experience when I started training at Sakura Warrior Arts.”

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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 Sakura Warrior Arts — mined from their reviews and the gym's own info.

🥊 Boxing

“I had three years of boxing experience when I started training at Sakura Warrior Arts.”

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🛡️ Self-Defense 2 mentions

“I choose to train with Sakura, because of the outstanding instructors and the effective self-defense that they teach.”

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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 32 Google reviews — in their own words.

🌱 welcoming to beginners 4 mentions

“The gym manager is very professional, helpful, and organized, and so welcoming and friendly.”

🤝 friendly, family gym 6 mentions

“The gym manager is very professional, helpful, and organized, and so welcoming and friendly.”

From the reviews

I started going to Sakura years ago. I loved it then and I am so excited to have started it again. The new classes are awesome, I started up with the FIT class to begin training for a Spartan race and I haven't been disappointed.

★★★★★ — Brooke, Mar 2019

Yes, I fought Jim Harrison once, and had to wear sunglasses for a week, and lost a WEE bit of blood in the process :) I practiced at Samurai Martial Arts and at Sakura Warrior Arts, under Mr Harrison, off and on for about 2 1/2 years active, over a 20 year period.

★★★★★ — Bob, Dec 2016

I had three years of boxing experience when I started training at Sakura Warrior Arts. The instructors are so amazing, I couldn't believe how much I learned just in the first week. The adult classes always have two instructors, which is so helpful when learning something so technical.

★★★★★ — Lynette, Jan 2018

This is the top martial arts school in the country! Luke and Torr are exceptional instructors who do a phenomenal job. Mr. Harrison had a profound impact on my life as a young student, and I will always remember and miss him.

★★★★★ — Destiny, Jun 2025

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Your first kickboxing class at Sakura Warrior 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 Sakura Warrior Arts

255 SW Higgins Ave, Missoula, MT59803

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