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The Dogg-House Gym
4.9 ★★★★★ 14 Google reviews · Kickboxing gym in Cedar Rapids, Iowa
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
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- Website & schedule dogghousegym.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone +1 319-531-2160
Hours
| Monday | 12 am–8:30 pm |
| Tuesday | 4–8:30 pm |
| Wednesday | 4–8:30 pm |
| Thursday | 4–8:30 pm |
| Friday | 4–8:30 pm |
| Saturday | 9 am–12 am |
| Sunday | 10 pm–12 am |
The classes they run
“Not only do they train adults to step in the ring for boxing and kickboxing they also have a kids class that my daughter attends and she absolutely loves it.”
“Not only do they train adults to step in the ring for boxing and kickboxing they also have a kids class that my daughter attends and she absolutely loves it.”
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“Not only do they train adults to step in the ring for boxing and kickboxing they also have a kids class that my daughter attends and she absolutely loves it.”
What members say
“Knowledgeable coaches, great energy, and workouts that actually push you.”
“Not only do they train adults to step in the ring for boxing and kickboxing they also have a kids class that my daughter attends and she absolutely loves it.”
“From the moment you walk in, the energy is motivating and welcoming.”
From the reviews
From the moment you walk in, the energy is motivating and welcoming. The trainers are incredibly knowledgeable, patient, and genuinely passionate about what they do. They focus not just on technique and conditioning, but also on building confidence and discipline.
The laid back atmosphere is incredibly welcoming, the knowledge, passion and dedication Zach and his team have for helping others become better versions of themselves is outstanding.
Zach and the team at the Dogg house are awesome. My oldest son has been training with him for kickboxing and now my 14 year old daughter takes part in the kids class too. She now wants to follow this path and step into the ring like her brother!
My daughter absolutely loves the Dogg-House kids boxing class. The coaches are great and it is a great place for kids to learn fundamentals, stay active and make new friends along the way! Highly recommend!
New to kickboxing? Start at The Dogg-House Gym
The Dogg-House Gym comes up as a beginner-friendly gym — noted on their own site. 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.
Your first kickboxing class at The Dogg-House Gym
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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