DUTCH KICKBOXING GUIDE
Starting Dutch kickboxing: prepare for your first classes
Dutch kickboxing combines punches and kicks. If you are considering it at Striking 101, start with the academy you can attend and talk with its team about the appropriate introduction. Forest Hills, Brewster and Brooklyn have dedicated Dutch kickboxing program pages.
Choose a class that matches your starting point
Tell the academy whether you have trained before and what you want to learn. Ask how newcomers are introduced, what a regular class involves, and how partner work is organized. Do not assume an introductory appointment includes sparring or that every session is suitable for every experience level.
Meet the team and ask about instruction, class arrangements and progression. A useful question is, "How will I know what to work on after my first session?"
Confirm your equipment before buying it
Ask whether gloves and hand wraps are needed for the introduction, whether anything is provided, and what other protection is required for the planned activities. Confirm footwear expectations rather than buying shoes on the assumption they will be used. Wear clothing you can move in and bring water.
Our first-class equipment guide provides a checklist. Equipment does not make contact training free of risk; follow the instructor’s directions for how it is used.
Give yourself time to learn
There is no promise of mastering kickboxing in seven days. Start with the positions, movements and combinations your coach introduces. Ask for clarification if a movement is unfamiliar, and prioritize the coaching instructions over trying to match another student’s speed or power.
Confirm when to arrive so you can be ready for the beginning of class, including any supervised preparation. If you miss an explanation, ask how to catch up rather than guessing. Tell the instructor about participation concerns before training.
Build attendance around the actual timetable
The website’s introductory appointments are separate from the full member timetable. Ask the academy which recurring classes fit your program and experience before choosing a routine. Consider your travel time and other commitments.
If you miss a session, ask what to review at your next visit. Consistency is a useful goal, but progress does not require pretending that every week will go exactly as planned. Your appropriate attendance plan should be discussed with the team.
Read our guide to choosing a training routine for more questions to consider.
Track learning rather than a deadline
After class, write down one coaching point and one question. Goals might include remembering a sequence or understanding a correction. Revisit your goals with the instructor and ask which practice is appropriate outside class.
Do not use promises of rapid weight loss, guaranteed self-defense ability, or a fixed promotion schedule to judge your first few sessions. Your experience and progress will be individual. Competition, if it interests you, is a separate conversation with the academy.
Find your Dutch kickboxing program
Explore Forest Hills, Brewster and Brooklyn and contact the local team about starting. Check the current appointment and equipment details before you travel.
