10th Planet Denver · Wheat Ridge, CO
Striking
Programs
Learn to handle yourself standing up — real boxing, kickboxing, and MMA striking, taught from your first punch to fight-ready. No experience needed. First class free.
Try A Free ClassWho Is This For?
Striking brings people in for a few different reasons. Here's how most people find their way to this program.
Total Beginners
Never thrown a punch? That's the normal starting point here. You'll be coached on stance and fundamentals before anyone asks you to hit anything.
Self-Defense
You want to know that if a situation ever got physical while you're still on your feet, you'd have real tools — not just instinct.
Fitness
Striking builds explosive power, cardio, and full-body conditioning fast — without ever feeling like a treadmill session.
Jiu-Jitsu & MMA Athletes
You already grapple and want a stand-up game that closes the gaps — everything here is taught with MMA integration in mind.
Why Train Striking?
A fight — or a bad situation — doesn't always end up on the ground. If you can't handle yourself standing up, your grappling only covers half the picture. That's the gap our striking programs are built to close.
At 10th Planet Denver we believe a complete martial artist needs to be dangerous everywhere — on the feet, in the clinch, and on the ground. Whether you've never thrown a punch or you're a seasoned competitor sharpening your tools, our striking coaches will meet you where you are and build your game from there.
Our Classes
Boxing
All LevelsOur boxing fundamentals class covers everything you need to develop a complete stand-up game. You'll learn proper stance — and how to modify it for MMA — along with the jab, cross, hook, uppercut, check hook, shovel hook, overhand, and casting punch. Every technique is broken down for both orthodox and southpaw fighters.
There is a strong emphasis on footwork, creating angles, stance shifts, and head movement to make you an elusive and dangerous striker. We develop technique through powerful, mindful shadow boxing drills before moving into partner work. This is boxing for MMA — we train barefoot and without boxing boots because real fights don't happen in a ring.
There is a strong emphasis on footwork, creating angles, stance shifts, and head movement to make you an elusive and dangerous striker. We develop technique through powerful, mindful shadow boxing drills before moving into partner work. This is boxing for MMA — we train barefoot and without boxing boots because real fights don't happen in a ring.
Sunday 9:00–10:30am · Friday 5:00–6:00pm
Kickboxing
All LevelsOur kickboxing classes are open to all experience levels and build a complete stand-up striking game. You'll learn stance, movement, and the fundamentals of defense including checking and catching kicks. Offensive technique covers punches, kicks, knees, and elbows with a strong emphasis on creating combinations and counters.
Classes incorporate partner drills, heavy bags, kick pads, and Thai shields. Traditional Thai knees, elbows, clinch fighting, and sweeps are all covered. If you want to develop real striking power and timing, this is the class.
Classes incorporate partner drills, heavy bags, kick pads, and Thai shields. Traditional Thai knees, elbows, clinch fighting, and sweeps are all covered. If you want to develop real striking power and timing, this is the class.
Monday & Wednesday 5:00–6:00pm
MMA
All LevelsMixed Martial Arts class that blends striking, wrestling, and jiu-jitsu into a complete fighting game. You'll work on striking in combination with takedowns, clinch work, and ground-and-pound — developing the transitions that make a complete MMA fighter.
This class is great for anyone who wants to develop a well-rounded game for self-defense or competition. Suitable for all experience levels — beginners are welcome and will be matched with appropriate training partners.
This class is great for anyone who wants to develop a well-rounded game for self-defense or competition. Suitable for all experience levels — beginners are welcome and will be matched with appropriate training partners.
Tuesday & Thursday 5:00–6:00pm
What You'll Build
Real Striking Technique
Punches, kicks, elbows, and knees taught correctly from day one — not just swinging and hoping.
Footwork & Movement
Learn to create angles, control distance, and stay elusive. Good footwork makes everything else work better.
Defensive Skills
Head movement, parries, checks, catches, and rolls. Offense wins rounds; defense wins fights.
Fitness & Conditioning
Striking training builds explosive power, cardio, coordination, and full-body strength simultaneously.
Self-Defense Confidence
Knowing you can handle yourself standing up changes how you carry yourself everywhere you go.
MMA Integration
All our striking is taught with MMA in mind — it blends directly with your jiu-jitsu and wrestling game.
Equipment Guide
Here's what you need for each class. Everything listed is available for purchase in our pro shop, and most gear can be loaned to you for your first class.
Boxing
Boxing gloves (required)
Hand wraps (recommended)
Mouthguard (required)
Barefoot class — no boxing boots. We train for MMA, not the ring.
Kickboxing
16oz boxing gloves (required)
Shin guards (required)
Knee pads (required)
Mouthguard (required)
All gear except mouthguard can be loaned for your first class.
MMA
8oz. MMA gloves (puffy's) or boxing gloves
Mouthguard (required)
Athletic shorts or spats
Rash guard (recommended)
Ask at the front desk if you need to borrow gear for your first class.
Common Questions
Do I need experience to join a striking class?
No experience needed. All three striking programs are open to beginners. You'll be coached through everything from stance to technique and matched with appropriate training partners from day one.
Can I take striking classes without training jiu-jitsu?
Yes. All striking classes are available to any member regardless of whether you train jiu-jitsu. That said, many students find that combining striking with jiu-jitsu develops a much more complete game — and all our striking is taught with that integration in mind.
Is this full-contact sparring?
No. Our striking classes are technique and drill focused. Sparring is introduced gradually as students develop the skill and confidence to handle it safely. Nobody gets thrown into the deep end on day one.
What's the difference between Boxing and Kickboxing?
Boxing focuses exclusively on punching technique, footwork, and head movement. Kickboxing adds kicks, knees, elbows, and clinch work on top of the boxing foundation. MMA combines striking with takedowns and ground work. Many students take all three.
Where are you located?
10th Planet Denver is at 6161 W. 44th Ave., Suite 150, Wheat Ridge, CO 80033 — serving Denver, Arvada, Edgewater, and Lakewood.
How much does membership cost?
All striking classes are included in your membership. Striking Only Plans start at $37.50/week with access to Boxing, Kickboxing, and MMA. Your first class is always free — no commitment required.
Your First Class Is Free
No experience needed. No commitment required.
6161 W. 44th Ave. Suite 150 · Wheat Ridge, CO · (970) 557-7725
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6161 W. 44th Ave. Suite 150 · Wheat Ridge, CO · (970) 557-7725