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WNY MMA & Fitness

4.9 ★★★★★ 104 Google reviews · Kickboxing gym in Buffalo, New York

Free trial Beginners welcome Kids & teens 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
  • 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
  • Private lessons one-on-one coaching available — a focused way to start or to work around a busy schedule; ask about availability and rates
  • 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 wnymma.com — book classes and see the live schedule
  • Phone (716) 898-8924

Hours

Monday 10 AM–9 PM
Tuesday 10 AM–9 PM
Wednesday 10 AM–9 PM
Thursday 10 AM–9 PM
Friday 10 AM–9 PM
Saturday 10 AM–2 PM
Sunday 10 AM–2 PM

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 WNY MMA & Fitness, confirmed in members' own reviews and the gym's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

🧒 Kids Kickboxing 9 mentions

“The atmosphere at WNYMMA is a fantastic combination of serious competitors and friendly hobbyist, along with the kids in their classes always looking like they are having a blast.”

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🌱 Beginners 6 mentions

“They have everyone from kids to retirees, women and men, first time athletes to professional fighters.”

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🤜 Sparring 6 mentions

“Place is big with a lot of space, and they even have a well equipped open gym to workout aside of classes.”

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🏆 Competition Team 4 mentions

“The atmosphere at WNYMMA is a fantastic combination of serious competitors and friendly hobbyist, along with the kids in their classes always looking like they are having a blast.”

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🦵 Muay Thai 3 mentions

“I've also tried a few Muay Thai classes now and the instructors there are amazing too.”

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🥊 Boxing 4 mentions

“It was my 1st time taking a class for boxing and jiu-jitsu, I was so nervous not knowing what to expect.”

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👤 Private Lessons 2 mentions

“My experience was so phenomenal that I signed up for future one on one classes.”

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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 WNY MMA & Fitness — mined from their reviews and the gym's own info.

🦵 Muay Thai 3 mentions

“I've also tried a few Muay Thai classes now and the instructors there are amazing too.”

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🥊 Boxing 4 mentions

“It was my 1st time taking a class for boxing and jiu-jitsu, I was so nervous not knowing what to expect.”

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🏟️ MMA 10 mentions

“All I can say is the workers here are good people and I would recommend them any day for anyone who wants to learn any MMA discipline in a friendly and supportive setting.”

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🥋 Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu 17 mentions

“I've now spent over a year in Buffalo and have tried multiple different BJJ classes in the area, so I feel like I'm in a place to leave a review worth something.”

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🛡️ Self-Defense

“a Free women self defense lessons every Sundays!”

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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 104 Google reviews — in their own words.

🧑‍🏫 expert, motivating coaching 4 mentions

“Been to so many gyms this the best so far like damn all the coach’s are great super kind teach u everything and want the best for everyone.”

🌱 welcoming to beginners 10 mentions

“They have instructors who know their skills, are good at teaching, and create a welcoming environment for members, visitors, and newcomers.”

🏆 active competition / fight team 2 mentions

“Perfect whether you are looking to compete or just learn/train.”

🧼 clean, well-equipped gym 4 mentions

“Place is big with a lot of space, and they even have a well equipped open gym to workout aside of classes.”

💗 welcoming to women 2 mentions

“They have everyone from kids to retirees, women and men, first time athletes to professional fighters.”

🧠 builds confidence & relieves stress 2 mentions

“Rather you are looking to start a fight career or just get some exercise and boost your confidence they are the best MMA gym around.”

From the reviews

Been coming here for a few months now and I’m In love with it. Friendly coaches and staff full of knowledge that will patiently answer to all your questions and make you feel welcome and break that “beginner insecurities” of being in a new place. large variety of classes!

★★★★★ — Anna, Jan 2022

It was my 1st time taking a class for boxing and jiu-jitsu, I was so nervous not knowing what to expect. My experience was so phenomenal that I signed up for future one on one classes. I’m excited for my next class, I felt really good and relieved when leaving out.

★★★★★ — Jazzie, Jan 2025

I've been training at WNYMMA for over 5 years. Rather you are looking to start a fight career or just get some exercise and boost your confidence they are the best MMA gym around. They are one big family and you will be accepted with open arms. I'm lucky to train with amazingly talented coaches and team mates.

★★★★★ — Samantha, Nov 2023

Great place. Love the atmosphere, great coaches. All skill levels are welcome, there's something for everyone. If you just wanna burn some calories 2-3 times a week, totally cool. If you wanna go hard spar, take multiple classes a day, that's cool too. All for the same price.

★★★★★ — Dylan, May 2021

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New to kickboxing? Start at WNY MMA & Fitness

WNY MMA & Fitness 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.

Check beginner classes on their site

Your first kickboxing class at WNY MMA & Fitness

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 WNY MMA & Fitness

255 Great Arrow Ave #114, Buffalo, NY14207

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