Kickboxing in Thornbury
Fitness Kickboxing Classes in Thornbury
45-minute pad and bag workouts at Thornbury’s full-time dojo

Thornbury’s home of fitness kickboxing
Our Fitness Kickboxing classes run right here in Thornbury, at the eastern end of Dundas St on the corner of Chifley Drive. Locals from all over the suburb, from the High St cafes to the streets around Thornbury station, come for 45 minutes of punching, kicking and core work that’s hard, fun and suits every fitness level.
It’s non-contact, there’s no sparring, and you’re coached by martial arts instructors who teach real technique. Our 700m² dojo means there’s always a bag for you, even in the busiest classes.
Select your programme here
Fitness Kickboxing16+Non-contact pad and bag workouts for all fitness levels.
Adults Martial Arts16+Practical martial arts and self defence, day and evening classes.
BJJ16+Beginner-friendly Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, Gi and No-Gi.
Junior Adults11 to 15Self defence focused training for teens, including knife defence basics.
Samurai Warriors8 to 10Self defence, discipline and fitness for primary school kids.
Ninja Stars4½ to 7Fun, foundational martial arts for coordination, focus and confidence.Made for beginners
Most people who walk into their first Thornbury kickboxing class have never thrown a punch. That’s exactly who the classes are designed for. The coach shows every combination step by step, you work at your own pace, and you can rest whenever you need. Fitter members simply hit harder and faster, so beginners and regulars share the same session happily.
Who it suits
- Thornbury locals who want a workout close to home.
- Parents whose kids train in our martial arts classes at the same time.
- Runners, cyclists and team-sport players looking for upper-body strength and power.
- Anyone who finds the gym boring and wants to learn a skill while getting fit.
A typical session
We start with skipping, footwork and a dynamic warm-up. Then come rounds on focus mitts and heavy bags: jabs, crosses, hooks and uppercuts, knees, front kicks and roundhouse kicks, mixed into combinations. Between rounds there’s core and bodyweight work, and we finish with a stretch. You’ll leave sweaty, a bit tired and in a much better mood.
More at our Thornbury dojo
Kickboxing is just one of our programmes. Adults can also train Adults Martial Arts, which starts at 7:15pm straight after the evening kickboxing, or beginner-friendly BJJ. Kids from 4½ train in our kids martial arts classes. See also boxing fitness and HIIT.
Finding us in Thornbury
The dojo is at the far eastern end of Dundas St, where it meets Chifley Drive, near the Dundas Street Wetlands and Darebin Creek. From central Thornbury, head east along Dundas St; from Bell St, turn into Chifley Drive. Bus 552 runs along Dundas St, and there’s parking near the door.
Find the dojo
272 Dundas St, Thornbury VIC 3071
Corner of Chifley Drive, on the Thornbury–Preston border
Parking at the door. Bus 552 runs along Dundas St.
Open in Google MapsWhat our students and parents say
Guests martial arts is a warm and inclusive school with top notch teachers in the disciplines JJJ and BJJ and I have never been fitter than when I did their Fitness Kickboxing classes. … This school has without a doubt changed my life significantly for the better
— Elanor K.
I do the adults class too, and we also both do the Kickboxing. As an older woman this is exactly the kind of exercise I need to keep my bones and my muscles strong.
— Rose R.
Been doing Fitness Kickboxing here for about 3 years. Cannot recommend GMA enough! The classes are always varied and fun, and the instructors are amazing and always put their own spin on classes, so you are learning something new with every class.
— Mary F.
Fitness Kickboxing timetable
Fitness Kickboxing (16+) - 45 Minutes
Fitness Kickboxing is a high-energy 45 minute session focused on fitness, strength, and conditioning.
11:15 am
Kickboxing in Thornbury: common questions
Where are kickboxing classes in Thornbury?
At Guest’s Martial Arts, 272 Dundas St, Thornbury, on the corner of Chifley Drive.
How long is a class?
45 minutes, including warm-up, pad and bag rounds, core work and a stretch.
When can I train?
6:30pm Monday to Thursday, 11:15am Tuesday and Thursday, and 10:30am and 11:15am on Saturday.
Is Fitness Kickboxing safe for beginners?
Yes. It’s non-contact, every drill can be scaled, and coaches watch your technique to keep you safe.
What does the trial include?
4 free classes plus a brand new pair of boxing gloves to keep.
More classes in and near Thornbury
See our main Fitness Kickboxing classes in Melbourne and martial arts in Thornbury.
Nearby: kickboxing near Preston, kickboxing near Northcote and kickboxing near Bellfield.
Kickboxing in Thornbury. Four free classes, gloves to keep.
Contact Guest's Martial Arts
Interested in training? Contact us to find out more about our classes or arrange a free trial.
- Phone03 9495 1929
- Emailadmin@guestsmartialarts.com.au
- Address272 Dundas St, Thornbury VIC 3071