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The Academy
5 ★★★★★ 39 Google reviews · Kickboxing gym in Portland, Maine
Plan your first class
- 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 theacademymaine.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone (207) 615-0060
Hours
| Monday | 4:30–7:30 PM |
| Tuesday | 12–2 PM, 4:30–7:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 6:30–7:30 AM, 4:30–7:30 PM |
| Thursday | 12–2 PM, 4:30–7:30 PM |
| Friday | 6:30–7:30 AM, 4:30–7:30 PM |
| Saturday | 12–2 PM |
| Sunday | 10–11 AM |
The classes they run
“I stopped in to the Academy to see if I could drop in to a class or get in on open mat.”
Other martial arts here
“The academy is where I started Brazilian Jiu Jitsu and MMA training.”
“Jay was teaching the advanced no-gi class but came over during a break to introduce himself and invite me to stay for the gi class, even lending me a jacket.”
What members say
“Jay, the owner and coach is a really welcoming and knowledgeable guy.”
“Jay, the owner and coach is a really welcoming and knowledgeable guy.”
“The vibe was friendly and focused; the moves were a bit more vicious than what I've typically learned, but that's why we cross-train.”
From the reviews
The atmosphere is incredible. Everyone is very friendly and ready to work hard! My wife and I have only done one "On-Ramp" class and I felt well instructed. Using my body and mind to do new motions felt great. Edit: We're still both going 3-5 times a week a year and a half later. Life Changing!
I was in Portland for a week visiting family and friends. I stopped in to the Academy to see if I could drop in to a class or get in on open mat. Coach Jay generously allowed me to train for free the whole week. I went to 4 classes. GI and no GI. Great people, big beautiful and clean gym and top tier Jiu Jitsu.
Completely blown away by the quality of training, instructors and students in this place, highly recommend after training at many different schools across the nation!
I dropped in unannounced while in town for a course (I wasn't sure if I'd get in early enough), and was greeted by a very affectionate rescue puppy. Jay was teaching the advanced no-gi class but came over during a break to introduce himself and invite me to stay for the gi class, even lending me a jacket.
Your first kickboxing class at The 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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