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Kickboxing Classes in Knoxville, TN

Knoxville has 14 kickboxing gyms — including 13 with a free trial, 12 beginner-friendly, and 11 with kids' classes. Every listing is ranked by what members say (Google rating weighted by review count) and shows live open-now hours and the classes each gym runs, so you can find your gym and book your first class. All fitness levels welcome — you don't need to be fit or have any experience to start.

14 gyms

Knoxville Martial Arts Academy

4.9 ★★★★★ 153 reviews

6514 Chapman Hwy, Knoxville, TN

🥊 Free trial / intro class — check their site

Ages 3–12

Kickboxing gym Free trial Beginners welcome Kids & teens Cardio kickboxing Private lessons Sparring Competition team welcoming to beginnersgood value / fair pricingbuilds confidence & relieves stress

Premier Martial Arts Hardin Valley

4.8 ★★★★★ 93 reviews

10845 Hardin Valley Rd, Knoxville, TN

🥊 Free trial / intro class — check their site

Ages 3–19

Kickboxing gym Free trial Beginners welcome Kids & teens Affiliated expert, motivating coachingstrong kids programfriendly, family gym

Knoxville Academy of Martial Arts

5 ★★★★★ 66 reviews

10961 Kingston Pike, Knoxville, TN

Kickboxing gym Kids & teens strong kids programbuilds confidence & relieves stressfriendly, family gym

Premier Martial Arts North Knoxville

4.8 ★★★★★ 53 reviews

2427 Callahan Dr, Knoxville, TN

🥊 Free trial / intro class — check their site

Kickboxing gym Free trial Beginners welcome Kids & teens Sparring Affiliated expert, motivating coachingstrong kids programfriendly, family gym

Premier Martial Arts West Town

4.7 ★★★★★ 57 reviews

8231 Kingston Pike, Knoxville, TN

🥊 Free trial / intro class — check their site

Ages 3–19

Kickboxing gym Free trial Beginners welcome Kids & teens Cardio kickboxing Private lessons Affiliated expert, motivating coachingstrong kids programwelcoming to women

Shield Systems Academy

4.9 ★★★★★ 48 reviews

8651 Middlebrook Pike, Knoxville, TN

🥊 Free trial / intro class — check their site

Kickboxing gym Free trial Beginners welcome Kids & teens Sparring Competition team expert, motivating coachingwelcoming to beginnersactive competition / fight team

Hero Athletics

5 ★★★★★ 44 reviews

11214 Outlet Dr, Knoxville, TN

🥊 Free trial / intro class — check their site

Memberships around $75/mo Ages 3–7

Kickboxing gym Free trial Beginners welcome Kids & teens Cardio kickboxing Private lessons Sparring Competition team expert, motivating coachingwelcoming to beginnersfriendly, family gym

Functional fitness center offering jiu jitsu, kickboxing, and self-defense training, plus personal training.

KICK & FIT CLUB

4.9 ★★★★★ 45 reviews

10905 Parkside Dr, Knoxville, TN

🥊 Free trial / intro class — check their site

Kickboxing gym Free trial Beginners welcome Kids & teens Cardio kickboxing welcoming to beginnersfun, high-energy classeskiller cardio workout

Members-only facility offering kickboxing lessons and a fully equipped gym.

Cate Brazilian Jiu-jitsu and Kickboxing

4.9 ★★★★★ 39 reviews

1722 Louisville Dr Ste c, Knoxville, TN

🥊 Free trial / intro class — check their site

Kickboxing gym Free trial Beginners welcome Sparring Competition team expert, motivating coachingwelcoming to beginnersactive competition / fight team

DV Martial Arts

4.9 ★★★★★ 37 reviews

9355 Kingston Pike #9, Knoxville, TN

🥊 Free trial / intro class — check their site

Ages 5–12

Kickboxing gym Free trial Kids & teens Cardio kickboxing expert, motivating coachingwelcoming to beginnersfun, high-energy classes

Total Fitness Kickboxing - Knoxville, TN

4.7 ★★★★★ 40 reviews

8079 Kingston Pike, Knoxville, TN

🥊 Free trial / intro class — check their site

Kickboxing gym Free trial Beginners welcome Cardio kickboxing Affiliated welcoming to beginnersfun, high-energy classeskiller cardio workout

Kick & Fit Club

5 ★★★★★ 26 reviews

2449 University Commons Way, Knoxville, TN

🥊 Free trial / intro class — check their site

Kickboxing gym Free trial Beginners welcome Cardio kickboxing expert, motivating coachingwelcoming to beginnersfun, high-energy classes

Eppolito Boxing Gym

4.5 ★★★★★ 31 reviews

4703 Central Ave Pike, Knoxville, TN

🥊 Free trial / intro class — check their site

Kickboxing gym Free trial Beginners welcome Kids & teens Cardio kickboxing Private lessons Competition team expert, motivating coachingwelcoming to beginnerswelcoming to women

FBS Combat Club

5 ★★★★★ 19 reviews

3551 N Broadway, Knoxville, TN

🥊 Free trial / intro class — check their site

Kickboxing gym Free trial Beginners welcome Kids & teens Private lessons Competition team expert, motivating coachingwelcoming to beginnersfriendly, family gym

Good to know in Knoxville

3 of the 14 gyms with posted hours are open on Sundays.

For a well-known franchise or chain (think 9Round, iLoveKickboxing, CKO, TITLE Boxing Club), members point to Premier Martial Arts Hardin Valley, Premier Martial Arts North Knoxville, Premier Martial Arts West Town and Total Fitness Kickboxing - Knoxville, TN.

Plan your first class

These gyms offer a free trial, free first class, or intro offer — the low-risk way to try kickboxing before you commit. Check each gym's schedule for the current offer.

Free trial & intro classes, gym by gym →

New to kickboxing?

These gyms are called out by members as welcoming to beginners — go at your own pace, ask questions, and know that sparring is optional and eases in slowly, with the coach controlling the contact. Everyone in the room started with a first class.

Kickboxing for beginners in Knoxville →

Kids & teen kickboxing in Knoxville

These gyms run kids' or teen classes — supervised, confidence-building, and focused on focus, fitness, and fun. Check each gym's schedule for age groups and times.

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Kickboxing in Knoxville: quick answers

How much do kickboxing classes cost a month in Knoxville?
A few Knoxville gyms list a membership around $75/mo, but most don't post rates online. Ask about a free trial and check the gym's schedule for current prices — see our cost guide for typical ranges.
Do any Knoxville gyms offer a free trial or free first class?
Yes — 13 of the 14 gyms in Knoxville advertise a free trial, free first class, or intro offer, including Knoxville Martial Arts Academy, Premier Martial Arts Hardin Valley, Premier Martial Arts North Knoxville. Offers change, so confirm on the gym's site before you go.
I'm a total beginner — can I start kickboxing in Knoxville?
Yes. Kickboxing welcomes complete beginners, and you don't need to be fit or have any experience first — the training gets you in shape. 12 Knoxville gyms are highlighted by members as beginner-friendly. You'll start with the basics on pads and bags; sparring is optional, builds up slowly, and a good gym never pressures newcomers — the coach controls the contact and keeps it safe.
Are there kids' kickboxing classes in Knoxville?
Yes — 11 Knoxville gyms run kids' or teen kickboxing, with some classes starting as young as age 3. Youth programs focus on confidence, focus, and fun in a supervised setting; check each gym's schedule for age groups and times.

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