*** intense workout, hands on instructor *** Kickboxing class is located upstairs of Matador gym. If you use the main entrance (double glass doors), the stairs on the right lead you upstairs to kickboxing area. Mike, the instructor, is very hands on. He likes to go around and check on his students to make sure there's proper form and alignment especially if you're a beginner. Other workout places kind of show me a few things then leave me on my own to figure things out. With Mike, he really takes his time with beginners to make sure they're getting techniques down so you don't form bad habits. The class has some warm ups, kicking/hitting combos, and some drills in between to keep the heart rate up. As someone who mainly does yoga, I leave kickboxing feeling like a I had a major workout. read more

Kinetic Kickboxing Academy - Upstairs kickboxing area - Kickboxing Near Me - Pasadena, California

I've been attending for over 5 years and it has been a life changing experience. I am more fit that I have ever been my entire life. Even though half the work is Mike Mills training, the other half is really accountability to oneself. So do yourself the biggest favor and commit yourself to a good training program like this! read more

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I've been going to Kinetic Kickboxing for a few months now and have absolutely loved the experience! I like that the class is focused on technique and because the class size is smaller, you get more individualized attention toward building your own skills in kickboxing. Michael is great at training people at their specific skill level and helping them advance at their pace. He's also helped answer all the questions I've had along the way around better understanding executing combos and techniques. read more

Michael is a great instructor and a great guy. No matter the class size, he always puts in the effort to make sure you're doing the right things for your skill level. He encourages you to push yourself and try hard, but is also very understanding of your limits; you'll never leave class disappointed or frustrated. I'm really glad to have met Michael and attended his classes. I honestly think that most people could benefit from having an instructor or trainer like Michael; down to earth, approachable, and always excited to learn new things. read more

Very high energy class with friendly instructor and students. Good place to have a small social group of friends.

I was looking for a kickboxing class for my 3 children. I came across Kinetic Kickboxing and we decided to try a class to see if it was the right fit for them. That's all they needed! They loved it! Michael is knowledgeable and able to adapt to his students. I was amazed at his ability to guide my three beginners then shift to doing more advanced moves with other students. The classes are small which is also a big plus. Michael is able to give each student individualized support throughout the class to correct techniques and form. He has a positive attitude and is very passionate about what he does. Michael is also patient and works with my kids at their pace. He is also very flexible and worked with our family to find a schedule that worked for us. And boy do they sweat!!! Overall, Kinetic Kickboxing was a great find! Highly recommend! read more

I took a kickboxing class with Michael, and it was great. The class was not crowded, which also meant we got a lot of attention from him. Michael was very helpful in showing us how to do the moves correctly. I liked that the exercises combined different moves into fun sequences. We finished the class doing some fun hand-eye coordination too. The parking was easy, which made getting there stress-free. Overall, a solid workout and good instruction. read more

When Michael Mills told me he was putting together a kickboxing training program program, I got excited. I first got to know Mike in a business setting, but it wasn't long before I started doing some weight training with him. As a guy that is very active, does triathlons and acts like he is 30 years younger than what his mom keeps telling him he is, Mike's workouts were a revelation to me. Precise, effective, informative and never had I been so sore, in all the right places, as I was after his sessions. So I knew that if he applied himself to a kickboxing program, I wanted in! I was not disappointed. I was joined by 3 other students. The chemistry was great and the class energy was high. There were very beginners as well as more seasoned ranges amonst us. For me, a little over competitive and with a lot of prior martial arts experience, I was able to work at my own pace/effort while encouraging and being encouraged by the other participants. The class was fun, supportive and intense (I left it all on the mats!) Michael is one of the brightest guys I know, inside and out of the gym. He has devoted his mind and energy into understanding how our bodies work and how to make them work better. He is also an accomplished kick boxer. As someone who, in his earlier days, has instructed Taekwondo to young people and possesses a black belt, I was impressed with his competency and style. He is able to combine power with technical proficiency... that is not easy! I have been a part of many other kickboxing classes/programs. I have found many 'kickboxing' classes are really just high intensity workouts... which is fine if that is all you desire. Few classes combine the technique development that Micheal brings to the class along with the intensity and effort to make it the best workout you could ask for. I do not know of another kickboxing class I could rate higher based upon technique development and workout intensity. If you have not experienced a workout with Micheal, and you want to develop your kickboxing chops, regardless of whether you are a beginner or proficient, you should take at least one class... then you will see what all the fuss is about! read more

Kinetic Kickboxing Academy - Warming up the class.... not you run of the mill kickboxing class!!! - Kickboxing Near Me - Pasadena, California

Mike was such an amazing trainer! I have a decent amount of martial arts training, but I learned so much from him. He eased us into the session with a dynamic warmup, with functional movements. I appreciated this because I usually enter a gym with tight muscles. We then learned a variety of techniques and combinations that were efficient, fluent and powerful! I would recommend this to anyone. No experience needed! read more

I found Kinetic Kickboxing through Class Pass, and I've been coming consistently for 1.5 months now! Suitable for beginners to get the hang of it. read more

Some people are just born to be great instructors, and Michael is one of them. Incredibly knowledgeable about his craft, yet patient and friendly. Even during group sessions, he'll spend time with each individual providing specific and tailored instruction. Venue is nice and clean. Highly, highly recommend Michael and Kinetic Kickboxing Academy! read more

When I started the class I had no experience with kickboxing before and didn't think I could do it, but wanted to do some fun exercise so I decided to try Kinetic kickboxing and I love it! Michael is good with new student like me. He care to explain more in depth if I didn't get the kicks or punches right. He also encourages me to be more confident, so I can do better. And I like the energy of other students that go to this class as well. Highly recommend! Good for all experience level. Good for fun, energetic exercise too. read more

I really enjoyed training with Michael. I found his level and depth of knowledge to be unsurpassed with other trainers and teachers along my kickboxing journey. I only wish he was training where I live currently. He's a master at movement and body flow. He helped me get the best foundational training that helped shape the rest of my forms. I've learned some great techniques and drills that helped me with my kicks, overall fitness and balance. His knowledge and attention to detail helped me to easily learn other modalities like Muay Thai. Very much appreciate his expertise and his personal training and classes are very well worth the money. I confidently say after being in and out of many gyms he is very talented and knowledgable. read more

Michael the instructor is very knowledgeable and professional. He creates a safe space for both novice and advanced students alike. The rates per class and monthly memberships are affordable enough for anyone to achieve a mastery level of kickboxing. read more

Classes at Kinetic Kickboxing are great! It's an intense but fun workout. Michael is very knowledgeable and meets each student where they're at - whether they are a beginner (like me) or have been doing martial arts for years. I highly recommend! read more

Wow!! I have trained with so many instructors, but none have ever been as thorough and efficient at teaching me the basics. Michael is patient and instructs with intuition. I definitely recommend his classes and private training if you actually want to learn MMA or how to train your body to be in functional shape. read more

For years, I I had always contemplated learning kickboxing, and as a 5'3" Asian woman, it's incredibly important to me that I learn in a safe and encouraging environment. I did some research for gyms in the area, and was drawn to Kinetic Kickboxing based on the numerous, highly positive reviews of the teacher. I'm glad I dove in headfirst, as I'm about 9 classes in now and am loving it, thanks to Michael. Michael is a really personable instructor who will give each student individual attention, no matter what your level. Each class has students at different stages in their kickboxing journey/career, but he makes sure to tailor drills and combos to your level. If the class is crowded (max is ~8 people a class), then he definitely gives most of his attention to beginners, and is never discouraging to newcomers. As someone who wiped out in her first trial class, and just recently almost blacked out in her 8th class, I still get the same patience and understanding as I did from day one. You will get a real workout and sweat buckets every session (even just the warm-up will tire you out), so come prepared. Also, wear sandals because you'll just be barefoot the entire time, and you won't want to put on socks after sweating and jumping around. read more

No matter what your level is. Kinetic Kickboxing is where you can get a killer workout. Mike is a great trainer who pays individual attention to all of his trainees. The classes are small-size, engaging and most importantly fun! I'd recommend this to anyone who's debating whether kickboxing is a thing that he/she should try. Your life will be different when you step out of this studio. read more

Damn - Kinetic Kickboxing is an awesome workout class! It's the right amount of intense with a focus on proper form. Mike is a fantastic instructor with an immense amount of knowledge about all things kickboxing and fitness in general. He's good about helping you adjust the workout based on your physical needs. Historically, I never enjoyed kickboxing because the various kicking movements aggravated my hips and knees, but Mike taught me proper form and continually adjusts movements so I stay in proper form. Now, I look forward to kickboxing because the movements feel better and I feel like I'm executing the moves with a lot more power. The location of the class is in the newly renovated loft over a shared warehouse gym space and has plenty of street parking. TL;DR: If you want a high intensity, efficient workout that also teaches you proper kickboxing technique, definitely check out Kinetic Kickboxing! read more

I've never boxed or kickboxed before, and while joining felt somewhat intimidating, Michael is such a fluid leader that he gives everyone combos according to their skill level. He gives one-on-one focus throughout so that you can feel confident on your form, and within a few weeks you really feel like you're getting the hang of it. You will be able to hold a roundhouse kick with amazing balance in no time. Brand new bags and mats, as well as ridiculously welcoming peers, make this a one-of-a-kind experience. read more

Mike has been a great instructor in a variety of ways - 1) He makes sure that everyone is practicing proper form by limiting the size of the class; 2) He customizes the workout if you're feeling pain in certain areas or have had previous injuries; 3) He encourages all of us to interact with one another so we're not walking into an intimidating environment. I've taken numerous classes with a few friends and we all love it...it's a great way to blow off some steam right after work! The workouts vary from class-to-class and become more challenging as the weeks go by. It's been a great journey so far and I've become a lot stronger, more flexible and certainly more knowledgeable! read more

Kinetic Kickboxing Academy - Kickboxing Near Me - Pasadena, California

Mike is a great coach and mentor. He always brings a positive vibe to class and can help anyone no matter which level they are at or what your goals are. Highly recommend for anyone who takes kickboxing seriously or who just wants to try it out for fun. read more

Kinetic Kickboxing is an amazing kickboxing experience! The class is limited to 8 students max, which ensures we all get quite a bit of individual attention. The instructor, Mike, has lots of positive energy and is constantly circulating throughout the class to help each student develop their technique. This is quite different from other kickboxing and martial arts classes I have taken; Mike's unique and effective coaching style - and the individual attention I received - makes a huge difference. Also, the combinations that we practiced were very diverse and creative and a lot of fun. Overall, the class felt challenging yet achievable enough to not let me feel out of shape as its been nearly a decade since my last kickboxing/martial arts class... I highly recommend this class for all kickboxing levels: beginners, intermediate, and advanced students will definitely get a great workout as Mike adjusts the techniques and customizes the experience for each individual on the fly. I am thoroughly enjoying the workouts and the progress that I have been making in a short while. read more

My wife signed up my 13 year old daughter and 15 year old son as something for them to do for the summer and we just love Michael. He's super high energy. He puts everything into class, constantly tending to students who need it. He's extremely intuitive and really gets to know each student, their strengths and weaknesses, and psyche. He just knew almost right away how each of our children need to be taught. Our son has always been uncoordinated, but after just 1-1/2 months I can see big improvements in coordination when it comes to other activities. I talked to Michael about a weakness our daughter has when playing soccer and he knew right away what the issue was and told her in very understandable way what the problem was. I can't say enough how great Michael is. My son will be continuing classes after summer. Michael has been great for him in both physical and mental senses. read more

This is a fantastic workout. Great mixture of strengthening, aerobic, as well as stretching and learning lots of skills. I am never bored and am encouraged to make progress daily. Beginners as well as advanced students are welcome, each getting plenty of instruction. It is a welcoming environment. So glad I found this unique workout. read more

Looking for a way to torture yourself yet find fulfillment outside of the everyday office life drab? Well you've come to the right place. Kinetic Kickboxing creates a great mix between practical combat moves and overall fitness. It's a high intensity sport, which is great for burning away at those fat reserves and ache in places you didn't know you had! Mike does a great job at customizing programs that best fit your style, and helps you reach your goals effectively and efficiently! So give it a try some time, you might find the experience lifestyle changing! read more

What can I say about Kinetic Kickboxing. Let's start with the class size itself: It's a smaller setting with a lot of personal attention. Michael does a great job of making sure bad habits do not develop - for beginners all the way to seasoned vets. Class structure: Classes last about 45 minutes and feature a series of kick and punch combos with a large focus on proper technique. Additionally, there are also many exercises sprinkled in timed increments that left me gassed. I'd say this was one of the best HIIT workouts I've ever done. Class Teacher: Michael was precise with his reccomendations, caring in his demeanor, and I found him to be largely knowledgable. I highly reccomend him. He kept the class high energy, and motivated me to keep going even when I was feeling tired. Class Aftermath: I was sore as heck the next day. The best part about it was Michael checked in to see how my girlfriend and I were feeling, and offered tips to help with recovery and preparation for the next workout. Bottom Line: I can't wait for next class! read more

Kickboxing has a way of de stressing me especially with my super busy schedule. So I wanted to find a place where I could connect with the instructor because I think that is super important. I had checked out a couple of other places and it just didn't feel like a good fit for me. I started going to Kinetic Kickboxing about 2 months ago and immediately when you meet Michael, he makes you feel comfortable and is very genuine. You can feel his passion and love for kickboxing and for teaching. He is such a great instructor and always makes sure that you're comfortable and that each person is learning at their own pace. Each class is such a great workout and learning experience. If you are looking for a place to learn kickboxing, I would highly recommend Kinetic Kickboxing to anyone and everyone and also for all ages. read more

I tried kickboxing at Kinetic Kickboxing and I loved it! Mike is an excellent instructor and makes the class fun as he encourages you to keep going. I think the classes are great for any level of expertise. I am the worst at hand eye coordination but somehow learned a thing or two, plus it's great cardio! If you're looking for a fun kick boxing class in the Pasadena area, Kinetic Kickboxing is the place to go! read more

Michael is great and super patient with his students. I am a work in progress but I know he will teach me what I need, even if it's it's not what I want :) 10 stars! read more

Very cool. Teacher can personalize your learning experience. Will make you love kickboxing. You have my word

Mike creates a class that caters to everyone's needs. He's knowledgeable about the body to help with any modifications or injuries that you need to protect. The group is its own community too which is an added bonus. I leave feeling strong, sweaty, good workout tired, and a little more confident that I can handle my own in the world. It is a reasonable price to pay at a well equipped facility as well. It takes a few classes to feel successful but Mike and his assistants get around to you to give one on one help and attention. read more

Highly recommended. I was nervous about being a total beginner (over 40) in a group class, but Mike put me at ease from the start. Even with mixed levels in the class, he gives everyone individual attention and I absolutely feel like I'm progressing every time. As a workout, the high intensity interval training nature is serious business, but totally survivable. And hitting and kicking the bag is a lot of fun. :) read more

This was my first kickboxing class ever and I had a ton of fun! I'm telling you, nothing relieve stress more than smacking the hell out of one of those kickboxing bags. That was a pleasant surprise for me... The instructor, Mike, is one of those magnetic personalities that is fun to be around and makes everything exciting. His extensive background in martial arts make him a very knowledgeable, supportive, and articulate teacher. He has a great way of coaching and encouraging his students - helping them draw out the best in themselves. He is also quite patient and knows exactly how to help new students make the necessary adjustments to improve technique, quickly and efficiently. In the class that I attended, there were all sorts of different skill levels, and every single person learned something new and got a great workout in. The facility was clean and there was plenty of space for everyone. One of my favorite aspects of the class was holding certain kick positions, which really helped me work on my technique, flexibility, and core stability. Overall, Kinetic Kickboxing is a blast of a class that I would recommend to everyone! read more

Mike is such a great and professional trainer!!! Group kickboxing sessions are soooo fun and good for body building and fat burning. I've been here for half a year and my lifestyle has changed a lot!!! Price is fair and class is good for all ages. :) Thanks Mike! read more

I started kickboxing about a year and a half before joining Kinetic Kickboxing. However, the learning process started all over again and I gained more knowledge than I could imagine. Mike is truly hands-on and passionate about what he does. His classes are interactive and challenging in all of the good ways. He really believes in his students and sees their highest potential when they may not yet see it in themselves. I made more progress than I expected because of Mike's style of teaching and technique. He provided creative analogies and demonstration in the class, making it easier to understand how to perform each technique with proper form. He is vigilant, assuring, and gives each student attention and accurate feedback throughout class. Sparring and bag work were my personal favorite elements of the class. I felt supported by Mike as a student and as a person from day one. I would highly recommend Kinetic Kickboxing to anyone who wants to gain knowledge and application of kickboxing, fitness, and confidence. read more