Personal Kickboxing Amsterdam (English) | The Gym Amsterdam
1-on-1 kickboxing coaching in De Pijp — beginners to fighters welcome
Looking for English-speaking personal kickboxing in Amsterdam Zuid? At The Gym Amsterdam on Ruysdaelkade 161 in De Pijp, you train 1-on-1 with a certified coach who speaks fluent English. Most of our kickboxing clients had never thrown a punch before their first session — and we coach them all the way from beginner pad work to confident sparring (if they want it).
Why personal kickboxing instead of a class
- 1-on-1 attention. Your coach corrects every kick and punch in real-time. You build proper technique from session 1, not after months of bad habits.
- No sparring unless you want it. Many clients only do pad work + heavy bag, never partner-fight. We adapt to your comfort level.
- Conditioning built in. Kickboxing is one of the most efficient full-body workouts — kicks build hip mobility and leg strength, punches train shoulder + core, intervals burn fat.
- Confidence beyond fitness. Learning to throw a proper jab, cross, low-kick changes how you feel walking through the city.
- English coaching throughout. Technical terms, breathing cues, defensive positioning — all in English by trainers who can explain it properly.
Who we coach in personal kickboxing
- Complete beginners — never trained any combat sport
- Intermediate athletes wanting structured progression
- Fighters preparing for amateur or pro fights
- People specifically wanting fat-loss conditioning
- Women looking for self-defense skill + fitness
- Professionals wanting stress-release in a structured way
What a kickboxing session looks like
A typical 60-minute session:
- 10 min — warm-up (skipping rope, dynamic mobility, shadow boxing)
- 15-20 min — technique drilling (jabs, crosses, hooks, uppercuts, low/high kicks)
- 15-20 min — pad work (your coach holds pads, you execute combinations at intensity)
- 10 min — conditioning circuit (heavy bag intervals or burpee-jab combos)
- 5 min — cool-down + stretching
Our kickboxing coaches
- Jurmain Nimmermeer — head trainer, kickboxing specialist, owner. Years of kickboxing competition experience plus strength-and-conditioning expertise.
- Raymond Homoet — former Ajax Amsterdam fitness coach with extensive experience programming for combat athletes.
Combine kickboxing with other training
Many clients combine kickboxing with regular personal training for full balance: 1 kickboxing session + 1-2 strength sessions per week. The combination builds explosive power, cardiovascular fitness, and proper movement patterns simultaneously.
Kickboxing FAQ — English
Do I need to spar to learn kickboxing?
No. Most clients only do pad work and bag work for months or years. Sparring is optional, introduced only when you’re ready and want it. Many people get great fitness results from kickboxing without ever sparring.
I have no experience — is it safe?
Yes — that’s actually our specialty. Beginner programming focuses on slow, correct technique first. We don’t throw beginners into high-intensity drills before they have basics down. Injury risk is very low when learning at the right pace.
How does kickboxing compare to boxing?
Boxing uses only punches; kickboxing adds kicks (front, round, side, low kicks). Kickboxing is a more complete full-body workout but takes slightly longer to learn the basics. See our kickboxing vs boxing comparison.
Is kickboxing good for weight loss?
Yes — kickboxing burns 500-800 calories per hour while also building muscle (especially legs and core). Combined with proper nutrition, it’s one of the most effective formats for fat loss. Read about kickboxing for weight loss.
Do you provide gloves and pads?
Yes — all equipment is included. You only need workout clothes and a water bottle. For regular clients we recommend buying your own gloves eventually for hygiene preference, but it’s not required.
How much does personal kickboxing cost?
Same pricing as regular personal training — starting from €85 per session, with package discounts. Exact pricing during your free intake. Request pricing via WhatsApp.
Ready to throw your first jab?
The free intake includes an InBody scan and a conversation about your kickboxing goals (fitness only, sparring, or fight training). No obligation.
Or message us via WhatsApp +31 6 51 68 36 38 (English replies within an hour).
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