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Shaolin Institute
4.5 ★★★★★ 26 Google reviews · Kickboxing gym in New Orleans, Louisiana
Plan your first class
- Membership memberships run around $225/mo — many studios also offer class packs, drop-ins, and a discounted first month, so ask about new-member rates
- Kids & teen classes kids and teen kickboxing classes — built around confidence, focus, and fun
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule shaolin-world.net — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone +1 504-835-1877
Hours
| Monday | 5:30–8:30 pm |
| Tuesday | 5:30–8:30 pm |
| Wednesday | 5:30–8:30 pm |
| Thursday | 5:30–8:30 pm |
| Friday | 5:30–8:30 pm |
| Saturday | 9 am–12 pm |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“Amazing teachers, authentic and true to tradition, great learning space for both children and adults!”
Other martial arts here
“After trialing other martial arts schools (karate) in New Orleans I found the Shaolin Institute.”
From the reviews
After moving here from the west coast, I searched for a long time for a quality marital arts school. Hands down found it at the Shaolin Institute. The instructors and lessons are of the highest quality in Louisiana.
Always have fun. Instructors are very informative and attentive. Learn a lot in a year. High recommend
Great place to exercise your mind, body and spirit with classes in Tai Chi, Kung Fu and Kickboxing.
I began practicing Kungfu about 5 years ago at another school in New Orleans. After spending 1 year at that school I decided to travel to China and visit THE Shaolin Temple. The visit made me realize what I was learning at the time was not authentic Shaolin and not the right fit for me.
Your first kickboxing class at Shaolin Institute
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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