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Southside Mixed Martial Arts

5 ★★★★★ 62 Google reviews · Kickboxing gym in Dallas, Texas

Beginners welcome Kids & teens Competition team

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
  • Kids & teen classes kids and teen kickboxing classes — built around confidence, focus, and fun
  • 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 southsidemma.net — book classes and see the live schedule
  • Phone (945) 225-6691

Hours

Monday 6–9 PM
Tuesday 6–9 PM
Wednesday 6–9 PM
Thursday 6–9 PM
Friday Closed
Saturday 11 AM–1 PM
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 Southside Mixed Martial Arts, confirmed in members' own reviews and the gym's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

🧒 Kids Kickboxing 11 mentions

“My daughter and I take the classes here and have already noticed so much progress within the short amount of time being here.”

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🌱 Beginners 6 mentions

“If you’re serious about learning the art and getting better or just want a good workout they’ve got you covered knowing how to coach all levels of athletes.”

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🏆 Competition Team

“He has already entered and WON his first tournament!”

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🥊 Boxing

“I just started boxing and the coach is amazing, its fun and a good new experience.”

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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 Southside Mixed Martial Arts — mined from their reviews and the gym's own info.

🥊 Boxing

“I just started boxing and the coach is amazing, its fun and a good new experience.”

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🏟️ MMA 11 mentions

“Southside Mixed Martial Arts has such a family-oriented vibe and positive energy — it’s one of the best places to be.”

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🥋 Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu 5 mentions

“Classes are fun and it's a great space to learn new things or even fine tune your basics, on both striking and grappling.”

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🛡️ Self-Defense

“They teach all sides of jiu jitsu; competition gi and no gi, self defense and MMA.”

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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 62 Google reviews — in their own words.

🧑‍🏫 expert, motivating coaching 3 mentions

“I just started boxing and the coach is amazing, its fun and a good new experience.”

🌱 welcoming to beginners 7 mentions

“If you’re serious about learning the art and getting better or just want a good workout they’ve got you covered knowing how to coach all levels of athletes.”

🧒 strong kids program 2 mentions

“My son absolutely loves this place, the commitment and dedication that the instructors have for teaching is great.”

🏆 active competition / fight team 2 mentions

“They teach all sides of jiu jitsu; competition gi and no gi, self defense and MMA.”

🧼 clean, well-equipped gym 5 mentions

“Classes are fun and it's a great space to learn new things or even fine tune your basics, on both striking and grappling.”

🤝 friendly, family gym 9 mentions

“Southside Mixed Martial Arts has such a family-oriented vibe and positive energy — it’s one of the best places to be.”

From the reviews

I absolutely LOVE Southside Mixed Martial Arts!! My son, Jaxxon has been going here for about 2 months and we love it here!! He has already entered and WON his first tournament!! The instructors are THE best! They are fair to all the students. I love how timely they are, practice starts and ends ON TIME!

★★★★★ — Carmeshia, Dec 2025

I've been taking kickboxing at South Side MMA since they opened and have really enjoyed the classes. Coach Marco and the overall team are very knowledgeable and I like the teaching style. Even in a group setting, they still provide exceptional 1:1 guidance.

★★★★★ — Juana, Apr 2024

They have 4 black belt instructors. So they always have a black belt on the mat teaching both the adults and kids classes. Tons of mat space and clean facilities. Positive environment for all levels from beginners to fighters. They teach all sides of jiu jitsu; competition gi and no gi, self defense and MMA.

★★★★★ — Danh, Feb 2025

My son been going here little over a year. He Loves it!! All the instructors are all very skilled and knowledgeable of what they do. There dedication they put in in every student is noticeable.The facility is always Kept clean and alot space for everyone to train. Don't think twice join you wont regret it!!!

★★★★★ — Adriana, Feb 2026

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New to kickboxing? Start at Southside Mixed Martial Arts

Southside Mixed Martial Arts 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 Southside Mixed Martial 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 Southside Mixed Martial Arts

Shopping Center, #1070, Dallas, TX75224

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