The PIT Idaho

10 S Cole Rd, Boise, ID 83709, USA

5.0 (37 reviews)

Disciplines

Gi MMA No-Gi Self-Defense

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Adults Classes Black Belt Instruction

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Whether you're looking to get in the best shape of your life, lose weight or learn how to defend yourself, our martial arts, kickboxing, mma, jiu jitsu or self defense classes will get you there!

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Sean Canavan

Great place to learn Kempo. Instructors are amazing, especially with kids. I would recommend this for anyone! Can't say enough good things!!!

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Posted 1 year ago
Dave S

My 6 year old son has been doing this for a year and he loves it. Coach Cruz and Coach Sophie have a great team and care soooo much about everyone. This is the place you need to be.

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Posted 2 years ago
Daniel Baca

Best gym in Idaho. Very friendly & helpful environment, the coaches & members are very welcoming.

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Posted 2 years ago
Michael Tompkins

our son has been here for almost 2 years now. Wouldnt want him in any other gym. Cruz and Sophie are amazing people and have taught him so much. highly recommend to anyone interested in mixed martial arts!

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Posted 3 years ago
Alexandria Peterson

Awesome gym! It’s a super clean place, and they have a hard working crew. The owners are very kind and passionate about what they do, they are very disciplined. The Pit is very inviting and family friendly. Highly recommend.

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Posted 3 years ago
Mercy Villafana

Cruz and Sophie made me feel at home from the moment I stepped foot into their gym. Although my training with them was short and sweet, they are the reason I have continued training when I moved out of state. If you are looking for a place where you can learn self defense without the fear of being judged, this is it. Thank you Cruz, Sophie, and the entire Pit Crew for making my time there memorable!

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Posted 3 years ago
Ryan Battee

Cruz & Sophie at The Pit are the absolute best. My daughter has gone to them for over 4 years. They have the knowledge the experience and the love for what they do and who they do it for. Highly recommend them if you’re thinking about getting your child or yourself into martial arts in particular Hawaiian Kenpo.

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Posted 3 years ago
Bojacks

I was visiting family in Boisie and decided to stop by The Pit. I train at a "Royal Society Striking Academy" in Texas. I went in for a kickboxing class and had a blast. Very clean and welcoming, and Sophie demonstrated very good technical knowledge on striking. Anytime I visit Boisie, I will stop by for sure.

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Posted 3 years ago
munchkin855

Been attending kick-boxing classes for about 2 weeks so far. I absolutely love going to class! It's a gym but feels like a close knit family. Sophie is amazing with the workouts and helps me stay motivated. Would highly recommend, plus the 1st class is free to try out. Rave reviews!! Come try it out!

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Posted 3 years ago
Clint Green

I can't say enough good things about the coaches and everyone who trains here. I joined the Hawaiian Kempo program a little over a year ago with zero martial arts experience and it's been one of the best decisions I've ever made. If you're wanting to get in shape, learn self-defense, and become a part of a family, I recommend stopping by the Pit.

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Posted 3 years ago
Ethan Petersen

We were referred to The Pit by a friend of ours who takes their son for Kemp classes and are so glad that we got the referral. We started taking our son for the Kempo classes and loved this gym so much that now our daughter and I go regularly for classes as well. We love all of the instructors as well as the other gym members. Everyone is always very respectful and friendly. Our kids are learning a great skill, but also things like work ethic, discipline, and much more. I have and will continue to recommend this gym to all of my friends and family!

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Posted 3 years ago
Tom Whutevah

The Pit is an amazing gym. The instructors are dedicated to bringing out the very best in their students from beginners to advanced. If you want to learn how to defend yourself, get in shape, or want to challenge yourself to be the very best version of yourself then this gym would be great for you. My son has learned discipline, honor, and respect and looks forward to every class. With their start up program your kids can try the 1st class for free. Highly recommend The Pit.

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Posted 3 years ago
Liz Romero

Kumu Cruz and Kumu Sophie really care about their students. They take the time to show you techniques and explain the importance behind them. They are their every step of the way to help with any personal goals you may have. This is the only place I feel safe leaving my son alone. When you join its more then a gym membership, it's a family.

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Posted 3 years ago
Becky R

I'm in love with this place. I'm taking the cardio kickboxing class. The owners are smart, experienced, positive, supportive people. The facility is light, bright, and super clean. No hype, no flexing, no judgement, no yelling, no all-the-things. The classes are structured around being your best self and well taught (they kinda fly by). You get help with your form, which is amazing. I love leaving feeling like a got a fantastic workout in addition to that glorious feeling of exercise brain.

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Posted 3 years ago
Chris W

Stopped by during the holidays in Boise, wish I had time to drop in more. Great facility, Had a ton of fun rolling, awesome environment to learn BJJ from knowledgeable and passionate people.

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Posted 3 years ago
Bryan Hayhurst

Do you want to: Learn self defense✔ Get in the best shape of your entire life✔ Build long lasting friendships✔ There is no better place then The Pit Idaho. I can't name one thing that has more positively effected my life than this gym. Sophie and Cruz know there stuff and the amount of time and care they put into each student really shows! Choosing this gym out of the many gyms in the local area was the best decision I've ever made.

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Posted 4 years ago
Amya Alex

I absolutely love training here! I started out with their basic kickboxing program back in 2018 and have joined the more advance programs of Hawaiian Kempo and Brazilian Jujitsu while continuing No-gi classes and kickboxing! All of us who train here can vouche that it has such a wonderful atmosphere that's upbeat and welcoming, even on our bad days!!! They also offer programs for kids of all ages and it's amazing to watch them florish alongside their parents who are also taking the Kempo classes! Some even have their grandparents involved as well in the program ;) Who says it's too late to learn something new?

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Posted 4 years ago
Ashten Wickham

This is Ana amazing place to learn valuable skills while training your body and mind. The crew here really care about people and all everything that they teach.

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Posted 4 years ago
Chad Binggeli

Great experience for my kids and they love it!

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Posted 4 years ago
Amory Zucchero

My wife has been attending the Hawaiian Kempo classes for almost 1 year. In that time The PIT has made us both feel like family! Amazing communication and very intimate teaching styles makes this very different from other gyms. They truly want to see you be your best self! 10/10 would recommend!

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Posted 5 years ago
Justin Katzmark

My son loves it there! Great environment, very friendly, very knowledgeable.

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Posted 5 years ago
Amber Miethe

This is such a wonderful place to be. Sophie and Cruz are so kind and helpful with teaching the proper techniques and the how's and why's of those moves. I take the kickboxing fitness class right now and it's always an awesome experience. The people that are in the classes are always so kind and uplifting toward others. It's a great group of people and environment to be in. I highly recommend this place! If you're interested take the first free class to check it out! I have no doubt you'll love it! :)

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Posted 5 years ago
Cody Raphael

The Hawaiian Kempo has been a blast! I feel that I improve my punches, kicks, or grappling every class. It’s also a great workout to unwind after a day of work—with great people!

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Posted 5 years ago
Go Team

Best gym in the Treasure valley!

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Posted 5 years ago
Brian Nielsen

The Pit is awesome! Family friendly and super welcoming and inviting, I'd recommend it to anyone even slightly interested in martial arts or self defense. Cruz and Sophie are wonderful!

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Posted 5 years ago
Donny Hopoi

I went to a lot of different martial arts gyms looking for the right one for me. The Pit was by far the best one I went to. Cruz and Sophie are very professional, combine that with their experience and passion for martial arts they are second to none. I would recommend anyone to join The Pit.

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Posted 5 years ago
Rachel

One if the best fitness classes I've ever taken. Cruz and Sophie out their heart, soul, and talent into the Pit.

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Posted 6 years ago
Ryan Reusche

Amazing people, great atmosphere, and an awesome workout. Cant wait till the next class

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Posted 6 years ago
Jake Calhoun

Great atmosphere. Awesome instructors. All around good people

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Posted 7 years ago
Karen Hansen

No Judgement. Great trainers. Family atmosphere.

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Posted 7 years ago
Rachel Claus

Such a great place for to learn. My kids and I have loved coming here for the last 6 months and look forward to years to come.

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Posted 7 years ago
Sarah Hannah

Such a great place to train! They have something for everyone! Awesome instructors, a great fun workout and a family like community. Can’t forget to mention there new facility is PERFECT! They have worked so hard to build what they have, everyone needs to check this place out!!!

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Posted 8 years ago
Chaz Bechtel

Hey everyone this is hands down a great gym ! Came in after not wrestling or being on a mat for like 8 years . You'll get a great work out and they allow you to push yourself at your own pace . They offer a great friendly , no judgment atmosphere ! Anyone of you scared to break out of your shell and try something different this is definitely the place to do it ! Plus they have sweet gear and at a really affordable price , so if you don't have gloves and stuff it's a one stop train and shop !

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Posted 9 years ago
Tiffany Vance

I just recently started their fitness kickboxing class and I love it!! The instructors are great and very understanding with my medical limitations. They work with me to make sure I get the workout that I need in class and always tell me that its okay to take an extra break if needed be. The class it self is very rewarding because everyone who attends is very nice and very understanding that I am a beginner and are more than willing to wait on me. I give them a 5 star rating because the classes are small, the instructors are amazing and all together I feel like they adopted me into their family.... Thank you!!!

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Posted 9 years ago