Natalie Salcedo
Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu · MMA · Muay Thai
- ★Peak Fighting Championship Atomweight Champion
- ★ONE Championship MMA Fighter
- ★Jiu-Jitsu Black Belt
Striking · Colorado Springs
Kickboxing
The most beginner-friendly way to start striking: boxing hands, footwork, and combinations, coached by UFC and ONE veterans.
- Best for
- Beginners
- Focus
- Boxing-first
- Experience
- None needed
★ First 7 days freeNo experience needed. We get you moving, hitting cleaner, and building confidence from day one.
Day one to combinations
How beginners ramp in: technique first, contact only when you're ready.
- 01
Stance & guard
Balance and defense.
- 02
Bag & mitt work
Clean punches and power.
- 03
Combinations
Footwork and angles.
- 04
Kicks & teeps
Range tools added onto boxing.
- 05
Live rounds
Controlled, when you're ready.
The right first step
An accessible path into martial arts
Kickboxing is often the right first step before Muay Thai or MMA, and great cross-training for grapplers. Same striking room, same coaches, with a boxing-first focus that stays approachable for beginners and busy professionals.
- Shared striking session with Muay Thai
- UFC & ONE Championship coaches
The coaching room
Lead striking coaches for this program
Kay Hansen
Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu · MMA · Muay Thai
- ★UFC Veteran
- ★Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Black Belt
- ★Youngest Invicta FC Fighter to Secure a Victory
This week
Adult classes tied to this program
Open each day to see every adult class tied to this program, then visit the full schedule to compare levels and your best starting point.
| Day | Time | Class | Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| Monday | 05:00 AM | Kickboxing | Beginner / Adults |
| Monday | 05:30 PM | Kickboxing | Beginner / Adults |
| Monday | 06:30 PM | Kickboxing | Beginner / Adults |
| Monday | 07:30 PM | Muay Thai | Beginner / Adults |
| Tuesday | 05:30 PM | Kickboxing | Beginner / Adults |
| Tuesday | 07:30 PM | Muay Thai | Intermediate / Advanced / Adults |
| Wednesday | 05:00 AM | Kickboxing | Beginner / Adults |
| Wednesday | 05:30 PM | Kickboxing | Beginner / Adults |
| Wednesday | 06:30 PM | Kickboxing | Beginner / Adults |
| Wednesday | 07:30 PM | Muay Thai | Beginner / Adults |
| Thursday | 05:30 PM | Kickboxing | Beginner / Adults |
| Thursday | 07:30 PM | Muay Thai | Intermediate / Advanced / Adults |
| Friday | 05:00 AM | Kickboxing | Beginner / Adults |
| Friday | 05:30 PM | Kickboxing | Beginner / Adults |
| Friday | 06:30 PM | Muay Thai | All Levels / Adults |
| Saturday | 09:00 AM | Muay Thai | All Levels / Adults |
From our members
What students say
“Super great girls at every class, loved the techniques and instruction taught.”
“They create such a positive, encouraging and motivating atmosphere.”
Frequently asked questions
Is kickboxing good for beginners?
Yes. Kickboxing is one of the best beginner-friendly striking programs because it teaches movement, combinations, and conditioning in a clear format.
Do I need my own gloves for the first class?
If you already own gloves, bring them. Otherwise, wait before buying gear blindly. Our team can help with sizing and suggestions, and members get substantial discounts on gear purchased through the gym.
What is the difference between kickboxing and Muay Thai at Warrior Fitness Center?
Both programs share the same striking foundation and coaching room, but Muay Thai goes deeper into knees, elbows, and clinch work. Kickboxing focuses more on combinations, footwork, and conditioning, which makes it a friendlier starting point for many adults.
Can kickboxing help with weight loss and fitness?
Yes. The combination of bag work, pad rounds, and movement-based training is one of the most effective full-body workouts available. Most students see noticeable conditioning gains within the first month of consistent classes.
Do I need to spar to train kickboxing?
No. Sparring is optional and only introduced after you have built fundamentals and control. Many students train kickboxing for years without ever stepping into a sparring round.
What gear do I need for my first kickboxing class?
Comfortable athletic clothing is enough for your first session. If you already own gloves or wraps, bring them. Otherwise, wait before buying new gear blindly; our team can guide sizing and members get substantial discounts through the gym.
Find the gym
Hours
- Monday: 11:00 AM - 8:30 PM
- Tuesday: 11:00 AM - 8:30 PM
- Wednesday: 11:00 AM - 8:30 PM
- Thursday: 11:00 AM - 8:30 PM
- Friday: 11:00 AM - 8:30 PM
- Saturday: 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM
- Sunday: Closed
Phone
Serving
Colorado Springs, Fort Carson, Fountain, and Security-Widefield.
Common questions
Direct answers from our coaches and staff
Who teaches striking at Warrior Fitness Center?
Striking is taught by coaches with real competition backgrounds. Natalie Salcedo has competed across Muay Thai, Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, and MMA, signed with ONE Championship in 2025, and is ranked among the world's top atomweights in MMA. Kay Hansen is a UFC veteran with a strong grappling and MMA background. Their experience shapes the striking room around clean fundamentals, pressure, timing, and practical ring awareness.
What is the difference between muay thai and kickboxing?
Both Kickboxing and Muay Thai are striking programs at Warrior Fitness Center. They are not separate martial arts with different technique sets, they are the same underlying program offered under two labels and using a uniformed curriculum with a slightly different focus.
Kickboxing sessions tend to be faster-paced and cardio-oriented. Muay Thai sessions emphasize technical drilling and contact work. A consultation helps us match you to the right starting point based on your goals and experience.
What size gloves should I buy?
Gloves can range from 8 to 16 oz depending on the student, class type, and training use. Visitors should bring gloves if they already own them. If not, they should wait for staff guidance during consultation so they do not waste money on the wrong size or type.
What should I expect at my first striking class?
Expect a warm-up, stance and movement work, basic combinations, and bag or pad work depending on the class. If you own gloves or wraps, bring them. If you do not, wait to buy until staff can help with sizing. Gloves commonly range from 8 to 16 oz depending on the person and training use.
What is the difference between Kickboxing and Muay Thai?
Kickboxing is often the cleaner beginner ramp for combinations, movement, conditioning, and basic stand-up confidence. Muay Thai goes deeper into Thai boxing mechanics, including kicks, knees, elbows, clinch work, balance, and ring-tested striking habits. The consultation helps a new student choose the right first class based on goals and comfort level.
Are you affiliated with Tyler Wombles or Classic Fight Team?
Yes. Warrior Fitness Center is a Classic Muay Thai affiliate. The system was developed by Tyler Wombles at Classic Fight Team in Fountain Valley, California. The curriculum emphasizes ring-tested fundamentals, balanced stance and footwork, layered defense, clean kick and knee mechanics, elbow entries, clinch posture, off-balancing, padwork structure, bag tasks, sparring protocols, shared terminology, film study, and cornering standards.
Areas We Serve
Martial arts training for Colorado Springs, Fort Carson, Fountain, and Security-Widefield
Warrior Fitness Center is on Drennan Rd in Colorado Springs, making it a practical training option for nearby military members, adults, and families comparing local gyms.
Martial Arts near Fort Carson
Veteran-owned BJJ, striking, MMA, and kids programs close to post.
Martial Arts near Fountain
A practical drive for adults, beginners, and families south of Colorado Springs.
Martial Arts near Security-Widefield
Structured adult and youth training without crossing the whole city.
BJJ near Fort Carson
Gi and No-Gi Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu for military members and nearby adults.
Muay Thai near Fort Carson
Technical striking, pad work, and beginner-friendly coaching near post.
Kids Martial Arts near Fort Carson
Youth BJJ and striking paths for military families.
BJJ near Fountain
A stronger grappling room for Fountain students and beginners.
Kids Martial Arts near Fountain
Structured kids classes for confidence, discipline, and consistency.
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