Answers to commonly asked questions from the experts on Lessons.
How much do kickboxing classes cost?
Kickboxing classes cost$120 to $170 per month on average. Prices depend on the number of classes per week included in the membership plan and the gym or studio location. Membership plans that include unlimited classes per month typically fall at the higher end of the range.
Most gyms also offer drop-in classes for $30 to $50 each. On-demand kickboxing classes offered online cost $20 to $40 per month.
What is kickboxing?
Kickboxing is a full-contact combat sport that relies on striking movements, including punches, kicks, and knees. Competitive fights typically take place in a boxing ring, with fighters wearing boxing gloves, shorts, and mouth guards. Muay Thai, karate, and most other martial arts incorporate aspects of kickboxing.
In recent years, kickboxing has been adapted into a high-intensity calorie-burning fitness workout.
What is the difference between kickboxing and boxing?
Traditional boxing only allows punches, while kickboxing allows punches, kicks, and knees.
Is kickboxing a good workout?
Kickboxing is an excellent high-intensity workout that combines cardio and strength training to provide a variety of health and fitness benefits:
Build your strength and tone your muscles
Burn fat and lose weight
Improve your cardio health
Increase your endurance
Boost your energy
Improve your balance and coordination
A kickboxing fitness class can burn 350 to 450+ calories per hour, depending on the intensity level and class length.
Is kickboxing good for self-defense?
Kickboxing can be effective for self-defense if learned from a martial arts studio. The sport incorporates strikes like punching and kicking while also teaching you to evade or defend against attacks. However, kickboxing doesn't incorporate grappling moves like those found in Jiu-Jitsu or Aikido that help you to escape an attacker holding you on the ground.
Cardio kickboxing fitness classes don't provide self-defense skills but will improve your strength, coordination, and endurance.
How long do kickboxing classes last?
Kickboxing fitness and martial arts classes typically last 45 to 60 minutes.
Where to find kickboxing classes near me?
Follow these tips to find the best kickboxing studio near you:
Compare membership packages from multiple studios.
Read studio and instructor reviews on Lessons and Google.
Confirm the studio offers classes for your experience level.
Visit the studio to confirm it's clean and well-maintained and the staff is professional.
Take advantage of their free or discounted trial class to ensure the studio is a good fit for you.
Get a copy of the membership contract in writing before making any payments.
What questions should I ask kickboxing studios?
Ask these questions to ensure you find the best kickboxing studio for you:
What membership plans do you offer, and how much do they cost?
Do you offer a free or discounted trial class?
What is your class schedule?
Are your classes beginner-friendly?
Are your classes more fitness-oriented or martial arts-oriented?
How many people are in a typical class?
How long does each class last?
What should I wear to class?
Do I need to be in good shape before I take a class?
Reviews for Plainfield kickboxing classes
Recent success stories from people in the Plainfield area.
Sebastian G.
Eric Miller, the head of Kicking Dragon's Circle Martial arts, is a fantastic teacher. I've been training for 30 years and competing in boxing and grappling for 10 years. I reached an impasse while sparring and competing so I reached out to Eric to ask for help. His ability to assess a person's strengths and weaknesses and build off of then is invaluable. I pretty much just go to him now when my coaches don't have any answers.
I even signed up at an mma school with a weekly open gym just so I could invite Eric since his school is too far from me. During our first session Eric helped us learn more than we had in the last four weeks.
He kind of reminds me of Dean Thomas in the sense that he seems to have an answer for everything except Eric's knowledge goes way beyond just grappling.
I can't recommend this school enough!
Kicking Dragon’s Circle Martial Arts
Joseph M.
He's a great sensei, who helped craft me into the threat I've remained to be ever since I've worked with him.
Mitchell Nix
Daniel C.
David is a very knowledgeable, understanding and patient instructor. He knows his craft very well and his lessons definitely reflect this. His positive attitude, willingness to help, and kind demeanor make for a very comfortable, friendly and fun atmosphere (hard to find in the mma community). His feedback is always constructive and there’s no judgment or negativity associated with it. He’s happy to help in anyway and answer any questions you may have. His classes are always fun and a good mix of fundamentals and conditioning, but also incorporates more advanced techniques and sparring for those comfortable with it and wanting to dive a bit more in-depth to real training in a safe and controlled environment. All around a great experience and I loved every class is a able to attend. If it wasn’t for me moving for work, I would’ve definitely kept training with David. I highly recommend his classes to any one of any age or skill level, definitely one of the best instructors out there!
Lessons by Castillo
Becca A.
Coach Joshua has been outstanding with our family! Started with general fitness for my husband and I but ended up teaching our son boxing aswell. It's been such encouraging experience and coach has really surpassed expectations.
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