Muay Thai Academy is a new muay thai gym that just opened a couple of weeks ago. One of the owners…read moreis Adrian Shead, he is I believe from Thailand. He is currently the coach/trainer of "Petch" the current Glory & Rise World Champion. One of the top kickboxers in the world. Adrian has been coaching for over 20 years and has a world of experience. They have classes starting from 6:30am in the morning to 8pm at nite including kids classes. They have a boxing ring and lots of heavy bags. There are also lots of high quality Fairtex equipment (thai pads etc). The gym is very clean. The people here are very nice, no egos. There is street parking on the side streets. Can't wait for my next session.....

I just called to inquire about having my son join. Adrian answered the phone and was very helpful…read moreand friendly. We are going to check it out next week.

I hate gyms. I can't stare off into space and mindlessly run on a treadmill. I need to be engaged,…read morephysically and mentally. Discovering kickboxing was a game changer for me. I loved it from my very first class - I was SO far out of my comfort zone and way beyond my fitness level, and every inch of my body hurt; but I loved it, and was so excited when ILKB opened in my neighborhood. The space is great, plenty of room to move around and really get into your groove. There are classes 7 days a week, and a membership means you can go to as many as you want, without having to pre-book. I never know when I will get out of the office, so really appreciate the flexibility and timing of the classes. While the classes are all structured the same, each one varies, so you don't get bored or stuck in the same old boring routine. You will SWEAT. You may wonder, mid-way through the warm up, if you will even make it to the bag rounds, but you WILL make it and that feeling of accomplishment will bring you back time and time again. The staff and members are motivating and encouraging and there is a sense of community, which is a nice touch. Oh, and once a month, there is a DJ night, I mean, come one, does your old gym have a DJ? No? Then you're at the wrong gym.

Found a Groupon for 10 classes to try this place out and here's my review:…read morePRO: totally works, its fun, if you have tried kickboxing you will love this place. if you have tried bootcamp its pretty much like bootcamp with kickboxing. You will SWEAT. Pretty intense workout, it is hard at first but you will get used to it. Great friendly staff. They will assist you if you need help with combos etc. CON: Booking, booking, booking. I mean I understand that there are limited punching bags and they want to accommodate people but its not a come as you go place. You MUST book in advance however, you can only book 1 class at a time. You cannot book several classes in advance. You can only CALL them to book as for some reason they dont take bookings via email. So if you're the type that like to schedule and plan in advance this may not be the most flexible for you. Otherwise if you dont mind it then you should totally try this place. Membership is pretty pricey $100+ a month if your new, I dont know if it goes lower if you're a longer member.

During my last class, the instructor and owner spent a significant portion of class time discussing…read morehis personal life -- specifically, a family situation involving his goddaughter's relationship -- rather than focusing on instruction. At one point he physically hit me with frustration about it, which felt inappropriate and uncomfortable. At the end of class, he made a comment about Valentine's Day that included language stereotyping single women. I calmly suggested he consider different wording. His response was defensive and loud -- he raised his voice in front of other students, repeatedly told me not to "accuse" him, and pointed to a pride flag on the wall as evidence of his character. I stayed calm throughout and clarified I wasn't accusing him of anything. The interaction ended without resolution. I left feeling shaken. We crossed paths several times afterward and he never acknowledged what happened. I found the experience to be unprofessional and, frankly, distressing -- particularly because I had chosen this class as a safe, welcoming space.

Westside's new location is even better than before. The new schedule has added classes to make it…read moreeasier to get great training sessions in. Super workout, awesome atmosphere and people. 5 stars for Westside Kickboxing!!!

I tried 3 classes for $9.99. It's ok. If you are committed to go multiple times a week, their…read moreroutine can definitely help you to lose weight and tone up. I had trouble scheduling the first one as they don't take online reservation. I had to call, leave a message, and wait for a call back. But once in touch, Olivia was nice and helpful. Also, they charged me $19.99 initially but gave me the difference back when I saw their subsequent promotional price. I also got a pair of gloves for free! This is pretty cool. First class was with regular class but they give additional one on one coaching. Second class you join the rest of the group. I am terrible with cardio and core, so the beginning 15min cardio was too much for me. However, the kickboxing part was fun. They try to sell you packages on the first day, which they offer additional discount. I still find it too expensive for me who only wants to work out once a week. It's probably ok for others if you go multiple times a week. Overall the place is clean, people are friendly, but really depends if you like their style of kickboxing.

The studio is big and always clean. I love it. The staff is always friendly and helpful.read more

It didn't take very long to realize this place is super disorganized and unprofessional. On my…read moresecond time, the person who booked me in gave me the wrong time. The person at the front asked me my name, checked me in and let me go get changed after telling him that it was only my second time. He didn't mention anything about the class already starting. Completely wasted my time changing and getting on the matt just to be told I can't actually join the class. Terrible service, considering I have 2 text messages confirming my booked class for 6:30 when the class was actually at 6:15. The staff didn't even try to accommodate or find a solution to their mistake. Overall terrible experience. If you're looking for an actual kickboxing gym, 10/10 do not recommend this one. You spend 70% of the time either stretching or warming up and the instructors are not very experienced with kickboxing. There's no sparring, just punching bags and beginner level stuff.

My first impression after I was not properly checked for being vaccinated , was shock. The fellow…read moreat the desk had me fill out paperwork based on my health, looked at my vaccine passport and DL but when I asked him if he'd be scanning it it, he laughed and said that the iPAD they had to do that was in use and that he'd do it, later. He literally said to me: "I trust you." I thought...really? Why would you trust a complete stranger when we have many people clearly and openly trying to come into places that they shouldn't when they're unvaccinated - putting other's at risk? I thought this was very unusual seeing as I'm sure these vaccine passports can be faked and weren't they regulated by our government to check it by scanning it to make sure?? I wondered how many others weren't properly checked. This was red flag #1. The class was okay and the woman who was with me during the class showing me the moves was very pleasant and helpful. It was high impact and although I have a back injury, I thought I'd try it, anyway. After the class, I was immediately asked if I wanted to sign up for a gym membership. I told them I needed to see if this was for me, before I could commit. The fellow behind the counter wasn't there to double check that I was vaccinated so I just left. After nearly a week, I thought I'd try it again so I booked my 2nd class but I was having back pain the next day, so I called in the morning and cancelled. When I did so, I was thanked that that that would be the end of it. It wasn't. During that evening, I received an email that said: Thank you for purchasing: Order Information Order Number000107271749Order Date: Nov 2, 2021 05:51 pm Payment Method Account $10.00. I thought: Whaaaat?! They're billing me after I cancelled? I was furious (I'll openly admit that) and when I read: "Thank you for purchasing" I assumed they'd charged my credit card. I was never told about a cancellation charge by anyone and had no idea that this was automated and that I wasn't actually charged. So...I got super mad. I called up and ask them to explain why I was charged and penalized (the email clearly says: Penalty for late cancel or no show visit.1$10.00) when I'd taken the time to cancel that morning. The fellow on the phone apologized and said they'd reverse the charges - again making me think that they'd charged me without asking or letting me know this would be done. I then asked him to take my name and credit card information off of their records as I wouldn't be returning. He said he would and that was the end of the conversation. Was I upset? Hell yes! Did I yell or swear? No, I did not. In fact, in the end I thanked him for his help and hung up. I emailed both their HQ and the gym manager and expressed myself in a way in which upset clients do. I admit, there was a 'tone' but I did not behave in a way that was mean or insulting but said that if they charged all perspective members ever time they cancelled a class with them, that I was surprised that they were still in business. Their HQ did what most businesses do and above and beyond that. They apologized and reimbursed me in full (which I didn't ask for and was happy for them to keep the promotional $40 that I'd initially paid). Then things got ugly. Their Coquitlam Manager, Marissa, emailed me back, first explaining what had happened that this was a miscommunication and that the email was automated and that, no, I wasn't actually charged. Had she left it at this, I would have been fine and thanked her for letting me know. I probably would have even apologized for my 'tone' in the email but what she did next, was unbelievable. She wrote: "Your reaction is ignorant and unnecessary. There are ways of inquiring about business matters maturely and respectfully. We do not need members who aggressively make assumptions and speak to our staff in this way." Firstly, she insults me. How would anyone react to being billed for cancelling a class? When I spoke to the fellow at the gym I said: I just got a charge from you for missing this class as a penalty and I called this morning and cancelled it: can you explain this to me, please?? He asked if I'd cancelled the class (even though I'd just told him I did) and I said, yes! I did! Again, I didn't raise my voice or insult anyone. People get upset; it's a normal reaction to getting charged without being told this would happen. When I responded to her in shock that she'd even say this to me, she kept up the fight and refused to back down - taking what I wrote and incorrectly saying that her staff DID properly check my vaccine passport. Just to be clear, they did not. She could have called me or asked when a good time to chat would be to explain what happened. She did neither and applied her own assumptions, telling me in the end that they didn't want me as a client. I'm okay with that seeing as I'll never go there again. What shocks me is the attitude and unprofessional approach by a "manager".

The quality of training at this martial arts school is second to none. Nothing compares to private,…read moreone-on-one lessons. They have group classes as well, so you can make new friends and practice techniques with other students. Highly recommended!

From the owner: Transform your life with SKF Academy's personalized martial arts coaching. Overcome insecurity and…read morefrustration from overcrowded classes with tailored private lessons that build confidence, self-defense skills, and health. Experience rapid growth in mobility and strength—feel empowered and ready to face any challenge. Book your free assessment now and start your journey!

Best gym I've ever trained at. Great introductory Bjj class for beginners and advanced classes for…read morecompetitive athletes

This martial arts studio is open and welcoming to all people from every walk of life and skill…read more Whether you've never stepped inside or onto a mat all the way to competing at the top level, I cannot put into words how welcoming the owners and students are here. The kids program is the best run BJJ class anywhere in the lower mainland and quite possibly across Canada. Students are drilled with the basics until they are become second nature and executed without any flaw. The program is instructed in a manner to allow the every child to understand the philosophy of various techniques in a manner that relates to their language and comprehension. The kids competition team competes locally, across Canada, in the United States including the most prestigious event in the world... The Kids PANS in Southern California annually. I LOVE THIS PLACE!