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Toe2Toe Martial Arts & Self Defense Training

5 ★★★★★ 178 Google reviews · Kickboxing gym in Conway, Arkansas

Kickboxing gym Free trial Beginners welcome 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
  • Membership memberships run around $135/mo — many studios also offer class packs, drop-ins, and a discounted first month, so ask about new-member rates
  • Beginner-friendly all fitness levels welcome, including total beginners — no experience needed, and you get in shape by training, not before
  • 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 — 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 conwaytoe2toe.com — book classes and see the live schedule
  • Phone +1 501-515-4788

Hours

Monday 10 am–8 pm
Tuesday 10 am–8 pm
Wednesday 10 am–3 pm
Thursday 10 am–8 pm
Friday 10 am–8 pm
Saturday 10 am–3 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 Toe2Toe Martial Arts & Self Defense Training, confirmed in members' own reviews and the gym's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

🔥 Cardio Kickboxing 2 mentions

“My son started taking kickboxing classes at the beginning of the school year.”

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🧒 Kids Kickboxing 19 mentions

“We totally recommend Toe2Toe if your kids are into rough housing and want to train in a professional, but fun atmosphere!”

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🏆 Competition Team

“A few months ago I had the chance to train with one of my highly experienced buddies ahead of a wrestling tournament I was competing in.”

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Teens Kickboxing

“10 out of 10 recommend doing this with all your high school, college students, running buddies, girlfriends, etc.”

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🌱 Beginners

“He cares, is gentle but challenging, and he remembers each child’s name the first time he’s told!”

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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 Toe2Toe Martial Arts & Self Defense Training — mined from their reviews and the gym's own info.

🥋 Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu

“I signed my son up for kickboxing and jiujitsu with them and he loves it.”

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🛡️ Self-Defense 6 mentions

“We took our team of seven women and one man to the Street Smart Self Defense Class put on by Toe2Toe and it was AMAZING!”

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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 178 Google reviews — in their own words.

🧑‍🏫 expert, motivating coaching 2 mentions

“Curtiss is a great instructor, kept the class going and engaging.”

🧒 strong kids program 2 mentions

“Since beginning here, my son’s confidence has grown tremendously and his respect.”

💵 good value / fair pricing 3 mentions

“As a mother of three, RUN, it’s worth it in every way!”

💗 welcoming to women 5 mentions

“We took our team of seven women and one man to the Street Smart Self Defense Class put on by Toe2Toe and it was AMAZING!”

🧠 builds confidence & relieves stress 7 mentions

“Their confidence especially in my daughter has sky rocketed which is helping them in daily home skills as well as their school work and social skills.”

🤝 friendly, family gym 5 mentions

“I appreciate the value they place on respect, family, and correctly ordered priorities!”

From the reviews

My daughter absolutely loves Toe2Toe Martial Arts! Sensei Joel is incredible. He has so much patience with the kids and really knows how to meet each child where they are. You can tell he genuinely cares about helping them grow in confidence, discipline, and skills. The environment is always welcoming and encouraging.

★★★★★ — Ashley, Nov 2025

I was nervous at first.. the staff made me feel very welcome.. after several months of attending classes. I could tell I was getting stronger and was more confident in my ability to protect myself.. Curtis and Joel Both are great instructors..

★★★★★ — Etta, Jun 2024

Toe2toe is a wonderful place. I signed my son up for kickboxing and jiujitsu with them and he loves it. It’s such a friendly environment. The instructors are always friendly and care about each and every student. Since beginning here, my son’s confidence has grown tremendously and his respect.

★★★★★ — Dana, May 2025

My kiddos are in the 4-6 age range Toe2Toe classes which are offered M, T, Thurs, and Friday. I am beyond excited for the progress I’m seeing in my kids. This week alone they have improved in their self discipline, awareness, and respect toward their siblings.

★★★★★ — Elizabeth, Sep 2025

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New to kickboxing? Start at Toe2Toe Martial Arts & Self Defense Training

Toe2Toe Martial Arts & Self Defense Training 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.

See their beginner class info

Your first kickboxing class at Toe2Toe Martial Arts & Self Defense Training

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 Toe2Toe Martial Arts & Self Defense Training

807 Bill Dean Dr, Conway, AR72032

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