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Warrior Evolution MMA

5 ★★★★★ 61 Google reviews · Kickboxing gym in Chicago, Illinois

Kickboxing gym Free trial Beginners welcome Kids & teens 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
  • 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
  • Sparring sparring and partner work for members who want it — always optional, eased in gradually, with the coach controlling the contact
  • 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 warriorevolutionmma.com — book classes and see the live schedule
  • Phone +1 312-964-2975

Hours

Monday 5–10 pm
Tuesday 10 am–12 pm, 6–9 pm
Wednesday 6–11 pm
Thursday 10 am–12 pm, 6–9 pm
Friday 5–8 pm
Saturday 8:45 am–2 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 Warrior Evolution MMA, confirmed in members' own reviews and the gym's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

🌱 Beginners 4 mentions

“I came here to do a trial since I am a complete beginner with no experience and Coach Karla was so kind and paid special attention to detail!”

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🤜 Sparring 2 mentions

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🏆 Competition Team

“This is the gym to go to if you ever want to learn self defense or train to compete.”

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🦵 Muay Thai

“This gym is for anyone, any age, and they are teaching really Muay Thai, BJJ, wrestling, and the combination of it all -MMA.”

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🥊 Boxing

“As someone who came from a boxing background I decided to switch it up and try MMA and honestly I don’t regret it at all, I’ve learned so much more about the sport of MMA.”

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Kickboxing Bootcamp 3 mentions

“I love going to the strength and conditioning class because the workouts are hard, but everyone is encouraging and they push you to go harder.”

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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 Warrior Evolution MMA — mined from their reviews and the gym's own info.

🦵 Muay Thai

“This gym is for anyone, any age, and they are teaching really Muay Thai, BJJ, wrestling, and the combination of it all -MMA.”

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🥊 Boxing

“As someone who came from a boxing background I decided to switch it up and try MMA and honestly I don’t regret it at all, I’ve learned so much more about the sport of MMA.”

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🏟️ MMA 24 mentions

“As someone who came from a boxing background I decided to switch it up and try MMA and honestly I don’t regret it at all, I’ve learned so much more about the sport of MMA.”

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🥋 Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu 5 mentions

“This gym is for anyone, any age, and they are teaching really Muay Thai, BJJ, wrestling, and the combination of it all -MMA.”

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🛡️ Self-Defense

“This is the gym to go to if you ever want to learn self defense or train to compete.”

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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 61 Google reviews — in their own words.

🧑‍🏫 expert, motivating coaching 2 mentions

“Both coach karla & coach tazz are nice and amazing people who truly enjoy coaching the warriors at the gym.”

🌱 welcoming to beginners 9 mentions

“I came to Warrior Evolution with no martial arts or even any workout experience at all, but coaches Karla and Sean showed the utmost patience and really made me feel welcome.”

💦 killer cardio workout 3 mentions

“I love going to the strength and conditioning class because the workouts are hard, but everyone is encouraging and they push you to go harder.”

🧠 builds confidence & relieves stress 2 mentions
🤝 friendly, family gym 17 mentions

“Its one thing becoming knowledgeable & owning your craft here, but its another thing when you're able to do so in a loving/supportive environment.”

From the reviews

This is a great gym. I flew out to Chicago to visit my friend and I'm from New York. While I was looking it up on Google, I gave a call to Sean the manager and I was talking to him and I felt like it was going to be a great time in the gym.

★★★★★ — Simon, Oct 2019

This gym is amazing and one of a kind! I’ve been with the instructors of Warrior Evolution MMA for over 3 years and can honestly say that they are a group of dedicated, knowledgeable, patient and encouraging professional trainers.

★★★★★ — Natasha, Dec 2018

I honestly enjoy training at Hit2Fit. It's a great place to train with instructors and classmates that genuinely care for your success no matter what your skill level is. There has never been a time where I have felt embarrassed or shy to ask instructors or students questions.

★★★★★ — Quintin, May 2018

Simply put, this MMA gym is suitable for anyone and will help you grow as an individual within a dedicated, warm and humble community. The coaches at Hit2Fit listen and take care in how and what they teach.

★★★★★ — Hans, Jul 2018

Excerpts from public Google reviews. Read all 61 reviews →

New to kickboxing? Start at Warrior Evolution MMA

Warrior Evolution MMA 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.

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Your first kickboxing class at Warrior Evolution MMA

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 Warrior Evolution MMA

329 W 18th St #414, Chicago, IL60616

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