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Aaction Martial Arts
5 ★★★★★ 60 Google reviews · Muay thai gym in Springfield, Missouri
Plan your first class
- Beginner-friendly all levels welcome, including total beginners — you don't need to be fit or have any experience to start
- Kids & youth classes kids and youth muay thai classes — built around discipline, focus, and confidence
- Private lessons private, one-on-one coaching available — a focused way to start or to work around a busy schedule; ask about availability and rates
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule aactionkenpospringfield.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone (417) 889-2244
Hours
| Monday | Closed |
| Tuesday | 12–9 PM |
| Wednesday | 12–9 PM |
| Thursday | 12–9 PM |
| Friday | 12–9 PM |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“It has been amazing watching my daughters confidence grow over the last year!”
“The owner, Phil, is very involved in the students’ training, working with students in private lessons and leading group classes.”
“Besides being the best place to learn self-defense in the Springfield area, it was the start of an exciting adventure and where I made many lifelong friends over the years.”
Other martial arts here
“Combining martial arts tradition with the most modern and practical movement science results in the Kenpo Karate system at this studio.”
What members say
“Retana is a excellent instructor and Seth is learning alot it is a very good experience!”
“He explains the reasoning behind techniques and helps you see connections in what you are learning.”
“Whether you are looking to build confidence or practical self defense, I can assure you, that you will find it here at Aaction Martial Arts.”
From the reviews
Aaction Kenpo is the real deal ! If you're looking for real self defense that works this is the place for you. I've been practicing several different systems of martial arts for over 30 and when I found Aaction Kenpo I found a home and haven't ever considered another system since.
Great place to train. Mr. Retana has an awesome teaching etiquette and methodology. The style of Kenpo itself is very "real world" applicable. I've known Mr. Retana for years and I feel very privileged and honored to have him train me. I highly recommend Aaction Martial Arts!
I have taken private lessons with Mr. Retana by myself as well as along with my 14 year old daughter and have had a very positive experience both times. It has been amazing watching my daughters confidence grow over the last year!
Absolutely the best option for real world self defense class! Great for people of all ages. I took the class for years, and my seven year old has been taking the class for the last two years, and he loves it as well. The training teaches you the proper way to defend yourself in a real world application.
New to muay thai? Start at Aaction Martial Arts
Aaction Martial Arts comes up as a beginner-friendly gym — noted on their own site. If you've never thrown a punch or a kick, that's exactly who a good beginners program is for. A few things worth knowing before your first week. First, you don't need to be fit to start — you get in shape by training, not before it, and coaches scale the conditioning to you. Second, you won't be thrown into sparring — reputable gyms build fundamentals (stance, footwork, and the basic strikes of the "art of eight limbs") for weeks before any contact, and sparring stays optional. Third, all levels really are welcome — ask about a dedicated beginners or fundamentals class time so your first session is alongside others who are also starting out. Most gyms are happy to let you watch or try a class first, so reach out before you commit.
Your first muay thai class at Aaction Martial Arts
Nervous about walking into a muay thai gym for the first time? Almost everyone is, and good coaches expect beginners to come through the door. Here's what to know. What to expect: a typical first class is a warm-up, then drilling the basics on pads and bags — not fighting. Rest whenever you need to; no one will bat an eye. What to wear: shorts or athletic wear and a t-shirt; you'll train barefoot on the mats. What to bring: water and hand wraps if you have them — many gyms lend gloves for a first class, so it's worth asking when you call. As you keep training you'll add your own gloves, wraps, a mouthguard, and shin guards. Sparring is optional and comes later, once your fundamentals are solid. Arrive 10–15 minutes early to sign a waiver and meet the coach. It gets easier fast — most people feel far more at home by their third class.
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