Kickboxing is a form of martial arts that combines punches, kicks, elbows, knees, footwork, defensive moves, and more. Kickboxing can be trained individually or with a partner using pads or sparring (though most people who train it don’t spar). Kickboxing has become a popular activity in Denver, for fitness, sport, and self-defense. Its popularity is understandable because joining a kickboxing gym has many benefits. Many Denver kickboxing gyms have sprung up in response to the rise in popularity of kickboxing, leaving people to wonder which Denver kickboxing gym to try.

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Here are some benefits of training at a kickboxing gym:

Joining a kickboxing gym is fun!

Fun is a key component of any exercise or fitness routine. If you don’t enjoy it, it is exponentially harder to stick to it. Some of the best advice you can give someone who is struggling to develop an exercise habit is to keep trying different classes until they find something they enjoy. There is so much variety that there is something for everyone. One great thing about joining a kickboxing gym, though, is it is one of the more fun forms of fitness and martial arts out there. You are getting fit, but you are also learning a skill at the same time (and developing self-defense capacity). Because you are learning a skill, you will be more engaged. If you want to, you can even work toward eventually sparring against another person for sport or training although many people who go to kickboxing gyms in Denver never spar. They’re just there to have fun, get fit, and learn a new skill. If you’ve been struggling to get motivation for fitness, give kickboxing a try! Get a week trial of unlimited training at a kickboxing gym! No risk.

Kickboxing is one of the most engaging martial arts.

There are tons of types of martial arts out there and they all have their pros and cons. The great thing about kickboxing is there are so many different movements to master – lots of kicks, lots of punches, multiple types of knees, checks, multiple types of elbows, footwork, head movement, defensive moves, and specialty moves (e.g., spinning back fist, overhand punches, spinning kick, etc). You will never get bored because you are always trying to master something new and level up. You use your entire body in all elements of kickboxing, so it is also a mental workout to be on top of moving so many different body parts in harmony. Some people say martial arts is the choreography of fighting, and it is a little like choreography, moving many parts of your body to create a powerful strike.

A lot of people are interested in trying martial arts, but they are intimidated. They’re afraid they might get hit or that they will look silly being a beginner when everyone else in the kickboxing gym is really good, etc. People seem to be uniquely intimidated about trying martial arts compared to other forms of fitness. But we are here to tell you there is no need to be any more worried going to a kickboxing gym in Denver than any other gym, especially at our gym, Worth The Fight, where it is mission-critical that everyone feel welcomed. So if you are interested in trying martial arts but you are intimidated or afraid, come do a week trial at Worth The Fight! We have a positive non-judgmental environment and encouraging coaching.

Kickboxing is a great way to cross train (which is great for Denver with all its seasonal outdoor sports).

You can get awesome cross training if you join a kickboxing gym in Denver. Joining a kickboxing gym makes a good alternative if you are getting bored of your usual fitness routine. Kickboxing makes great cross training because you will use every muscle in your body – and lots you never knew existed. This follows from kickboxing being so full body. You are literally using every part of your body if you are executing a kick properly. Kickboxing is also great for balance and agility, which helps cross-training for winter sports like skiing and snowboarding. Cross training in general is a good idea because it gives you variety in movement and helps you become more well-rounded. If you only do cardio, you probably aren’t the strongest or fastest or best balanced. If you only do strength training, you won’t have the best cardio or be the most explosive or best balanced. If you only do yoga, your balance will be great but not your cardio. Training at a kickboxing gym combines the elements of strength, cardio, reflexes, and balances.

Joining a kickboxing gym will strengthen and tone you because kickboxing classes are a great full body workout.

You don’t merely learn kicks, punches, elbows, knees, etc (these are called strikes) when you join a kickboxing gym. Training at a Denver kickboxing gym will make you strong and agile very quickly, and it will tremendously improve your cardio fitness. Training at a kickboxing gym is also a dynamite full-body workout for all your muscles (even those ones you didn’t know you had until the day after your first time at your kickboxing gym). Researchers studied the effects of 5 weeks of training at a kickboxing gym and concluded that “the kickboxing group showed significant improvement (p < 0.05) in upper-body muscle power, aerobic power, anaerobic fitness, flexibility, speed and agility after training”. And that was only five weeks – imagine how much you can improve those things in a year! You will get great muscle definition and tone. Training at most kickboxing gyms includes a variety of exercises, not just striking.  Classes at a kickboxing gym are great not only for the sport but also for the rigorous cardio and strength training that goes along with it.

You will gain a new community of friends if you join a kickboxing gym.

Martial arts is not only a great way to get in shape – you will also gain a new community in the process made up of the other people training with you at your kickboxing gym. Among fitness activities, martial arts is particularly good at encouraging camaraderie and friendships. People tend to come to the same kickboxing classes each week so you will see the same people and get to know them at your Denver kickboxing gym. You can get help and mentorship from the more experienced kickboxers. At many kickboxing gyms in Denver (including Worth The Fight Boxing), there are also social events organized by the gym to help everyone get to know each other outside of kickboxing training. People attending kickboxing gyms tend to bond with one another more than other types of gyms. If you want to see what the Worth The Fight community is all about, sign up for a week of unlimited classes! The week trial doesn’t turn into a membership unless you choose, so it is truly just a way for you to see the vibes at Worth The Fight with no risk.

You will learn self-defense at a kickboxing gym.

Just like everyone else, you don’t want to be harassed, assaulted, robbed, or bullied without the means to defend yourself. Knowing and practicing self-defense techniques and feeling confident using them is empowering. You will feel more confident that if you do get into an unsafe situation, you have the tools to get out of it. That’s what martial arts will do for you, especially one like kickboxing where you learn all sorts of striking and defensive moves. (The defensive moves are actually even more important than strikes because you will defend yourself most effectively if you can avoid getting hit.) Also, at our gym, Worth The Fight Boxing, we offer private self defense classes if that’s specifically what you are looking for – just text or call us at 303-720-6071. (Read more: Self-Defense Classes in Denver)

Which Denver kickboxing gym should you join?

Well, we are a little biased at Worth The Fight Boxing Denver but we at least recommend checking our kickboxing gym out. The classes at our kickboxing gym are all taught by professional or serious martial artists (at one point we have three coaches who were training to be professional MMA fighters and we always have at least one on staff) so you will be in good hands and learn great technique. We stress technique in all our classes (which include kickboxing as well as boxing, mitt work, strength training, and yoga). Sign up for a week long trial of unlimited classes at Worth The Fight and come try out our awesome kickboxing gym! There is no risk – it won’t turn into a membership unless you choose. Even though we focus on the technical aspects in our classes at our kickboxing gym, we still also focus on making sure everyone gets a great workout. You will get all the benefits outlined in this post if you train at Worth The Fight!