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Victory MMA - Naperville
5 ★★★★★ 132 Google reviews · Kickboxing gym in Naperville, Illinois
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
- 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 (ages 4–16) — 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 victorymmaacademy.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone +1 708-351-4175
Hours
| Monday | 4–9 pm |
| Tuesday | 4–9 pm |
| Wednesday | 4–9 pm |
| Thursday | 4–9 pm |
| Friday | 4–9 pm |
| Saturday | 11 am–3 pm |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“The Sensei’s that teach the kids are amazing and treat you like family from the moment you step into the dojo.”
“The instructors are very good and know what they are doing and the students do all they can to help you out whether you are a beginner or more advanced.”
“They got me back in to wrestling, they helped me win my first grappling tournament, they taught me kicks and knees and so much more.”
“Prices that are more affordable than most Muay Thai/ MMA gyms in the area.”
“Moving to America from Sweden I was looking for a place to continue my boxing training.”
“If you prefer the private one on one approach.”
Other martial arts here
“Prices that are more affordable than most Muay Thai/ MMA gyms in the area.”
“Moving to America from Sweden I was looking for a place to continue my boxing training.”
“Not only does this mixed martial arts school teach the sport but also how to be better human beings and have self control, respect and confidence.”
“They got me back in to wrestling, they helped me win my first grappling tournament, they taught me kicks and knees and so much more.”
“I’ve learned so much here, not only about self-defense but also about respect, integrity, and discipline.”
What members say
“To start off, Jason is an amazing coach that goes above & beyond.”
“From my first day I've felt welcome and accepted on the mats by the coaches and my peers that I train with, this has been one of the more healthy gym cultures I've been around.”
“They got me back in to wrestling, they helped me win my first grappling tournament, they taught me kicks and knees and so much more.”
“I had to think long & hard about whether I should just push through and make the drive because it is honestly worth it.”
“Not only have we finally found a hobby and skill that she wants to stick with, but it has helped bring her out of her shell and has definitely inspired confidence.”
“Both students and instructors are extremely welcoming and supportive and they do everything they can to make you feel like home.”
From the reviews
Another update. It’s been almost 10 years since our journey in Victory started. It only gets better. Watching the kids growing into a mature, balanced, regulated young people is amazing. And Victory takes the credit for that. The best decision we ever made. I felt like updating my original review from 3 years ago.
I don’t even know where to start with Victory. I recently had to quit because I moved too far away & am still sad about it. I had to think long & hard about whether I should just push through and make the drive because it is honestly worth it. To start off, Jason is an amazing coach that goes above & beyond.
From my first day I've felt welcome and accepted on the mats by the coaches and my peers that I train with, this has been one of the more healthy gym cultures I've been around. Everyone is intent on learning together and pushing each other to become better.
I've been around my fair share of gyms and I can say that this place is special. This place is big on family, diversity, and inclusion of all levels which I think is essential for a gym to thrive. Victory meets you where you are and makes an effort to get you where you want to be. If you just want to learn...
New to kickboxing? Start at Victory MMA - Naperville
Victory MMA - Naperville 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 Victory MMA - Naperville
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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