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Zone Martial Arts
5 ★★★★★ 26 Google reviews · Kickboxing gym in Jacksonville, Florida
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 5) — 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
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule zone-jax.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone (904) 318-6092
Hours
| Monday | 11 AM–8:30 PM |
| Tuesday | 11 AM–8:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 11 AM–8:30 PM |
| Thursday | 11 AM–8:30 PM |
| Friday | 11 AM–8:30 PM |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“There were a couple of times he was called out in a way that hurt my protective momma heart, but my son is DEDICATED.”
“We had already tried Jax Muay Thai, but they couldn't allow my lefty to be a lefty.”
“Teaches karate, jujitsu, boxing, taekwondo, good fitness, weapons, and self defense.”
“The owner Erik is an excellent teacher and mentor and encourages students one on one to do their best and meet their goals.”
Other martial arts here
“We had already tried Jax Muay Thai, but they couldn't allow my lefty to be a lefty.”
“Teaches karate, jujitsu, boxing, taekwondo, good fitness, weapons, and self defense.”
“Ekholm and his team have not only taught our son karate but has also instilled self-discipline, self-confidence, polite manners and the mindset to never give up.”
“Teaches karate, jujitsu, boxing, taekwondo, good fitness, weapons, and self defense.”
What members say
“Excellent instruction, superb program for kids.”
“Ekholm and his team have not only taught our son karate but has also instilled self-discipline, self-confidence, polite manners and the mindset to never give up.”
“There were a couple of times he was called out in a way that hurt my protective momma heart, but my son is DEDICATED.”
“Ekholm and his team have not only taught our son karate but has also instilled self-discipline, self-confidence, polite manners and the mindset to never give up.”
“If you're looking for a family-owned school where your child will receive valuable attention and instruction, this is your school!”
From the reviews
I'm gonna be 100% open & honest. When our 5yo started, i let them know he has some things going on & we've been trying to get him evaluated. There were a couple of times he was called out in a way that hurt my protective momma heart, but my son is DEDICATED. The coaches are tough & they treat everyone the same.
Great school. Small family business but run very well. The kids love it there and the main coach (erik) doesn't just teach them the physical aspects of martial arts, he focuses on mental toughness, doing what's right, and teaching the kids to NOT be the bully. The physical fitness is also great for the kids.
Zone martial arts school offers children excellent tools that they can carry with them throughout their lives. These tools include but are not limited to: integrity, respect, honesty, honor, self-respect, confidence, punctuality, and so much more.
Our son started here as a 3rd Degree Junior Black Belt from Virginia looking for his new martial arts home. We had already tried Jax Muay Thai, but they couldn't allow my lefty to be a lefty. The other place we visited, we didn't even come for a free trial because they seemed so unenthusiastic just meeting us.
New to kickboxing? Start at Zone Martial Arts
Zone Martial Arts 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 Zone Martial Arts
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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