KICKBOXING / BOXING / MUAY THAI 4 KIDS 6-14

TOWNSVILLE’S ONLY PROVIDER OF THE INDUSTRYS #1 CHARACTER DEVELOPMENT SYSTEM

One Academy. Complete Martial Arts. Real Self-Defence. Lifelong Confidence.

Get Fit | Get Healthy | Get Confident

Start with Kids Boxing in Townsville, progress to Kickboxing, then advance to Muay Thai through UMF's proven martial arts development pathway.

Boxing / Kickboxing / Muay Thai (6–14) at United Martial Arts & Fitness is where Townsville kids build striking skills with discipline and control. This is a specialist program—structured, high-energy, and focused on real technique, not just hitting pads.

Students develop coordination, confidence, and composure under pressure while learning respect, focus, and self-control. Every class follows clear standards with strong coaching leadership to ensure safe, consistent progression.United Martial Arts & Fitness exclusively delivers Townsville's only licensed industry-leading Character Development System, building confident, respectful and resilient children through real martial arts

If you’re searching for kids boxing or kickboxing in Townsville, this is where skill, discipline, and confidence are built right.

Leadership opportunities await. Selected students may be invited into the Junior Leaders Program, an exclusive leadership pathway that develops confidence, responsibility, communication and leadership through mentoring, service and leading by example. Learn more about the Junior Leaders Program. Learn more about the Junior Leaders Program

UMF Boxing, Kickboxing and Muay Thai 4 Kids provides safe, structured training that helps children develop confidence, fitness, coordination, discipline and self-control while learning practical striking and self-defence skills.

No experience required. Beginners welcome.

Students progress at their own pace in a supportive environment where safety, respect and correct technique come first. 

More Than Martial Arts

Students also benefit from UMF’s Character Development System, reinforcing confidence, respect, resilience and positive behaviour at the Academy, at home and at school.

Their Journey

Start → Learn → Build → Develop → Progress

Give your child the opportunity to experience the UMF difference.

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Energy. Fitness. Discipline. Confidence.Our Boxing & Kickboxing (Muay Thai) program channels children's energy into positive habits while improving fitness, coordination, discipline and confidence.

Every class is designed to challenge children while building respect and self-control.

"Over 20 years with UMF, watching children grow in confidence, resilience and character alongside supportive families" Dominic Curmi

Benefits 

• Fitness
• Coordination
• Confidence
• Discipline
• Goal Setting
• Self-Control
• Teamwork
• Positive Habits

Parents Appreciate

Structured lessons

Positive coaching

Encouragement

Safe training

Supportive atmosphere

Turn Energy Into Confidence.

Help your child become stronger physically and mentally in an environment built on respect and encouragement.

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No experience or equipment is needed for the first lesson. We'll guide your child every step of the way.

UMF Academy’s Boxing & Kickboxing (Muay Thai) classes for kids aged 6 to 14 combine high-energy workouts with essential self-defence skills. These classes focus on improving coordination, agility, and cardiovascular fitness while teaching proper striking techniques in a safe and controlled environment. Our instructors emphasize respect, discipline, and confidence-building through progressive training drills, pad work, and controlled sparring. This program is perfect for children who want to develop athleticism and learn real-world fighting skills while having fun. The supportive class atmosphere encourages students to push their limits and develop a strong work ethic that translates to school and daily life. Boxing and Kickboxing at UMF are more than just sports—they’re empowering journeys for young warriors. 

Why Parents Choose UMF 

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"We don’t just train fighters — we shape the backbone of Australia: proud, powerful, and unstoppable in every challenge".

Sport doesn’t develop character—it reveals it. At United Martial Arts & Fitness, we provide a leading Character Development System that goes beyond physical training. We focus on shaping students into resilient, respectful, and responsible individuals, empowering them to excel both in martial arts and in life.

• “Confidence That Can’t Be Shaken – Martial Arts to Overcome Bullies”
• “Real Self-Defence for Real-World Situations – Empower Your Child Today”

Kickboxing / Boxing / Muay Thai 4 Kids is the latest addition to UMF Academy‘s training programs. Targeted to kids 6-14 years, the program is the combination of boxing and kickboxing making it a dynamic and fun-filled fitness class for your kids.

Want your child to develop grappling skills as well? Explore BJJ / Judo 4 Kids . Both programs form our UMF MMA 4 Kids Program  

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At UMF, we believe every child deserves to feel safe, strong, and confident. Our program is built on proven bullying prevention strategies that empower kids with self-defence against bullies, emotional strength, and the confidence to stand up to bullies. Through expert-led martial arts for bullying support, your child will gain resilience and self-esteem, not just on the mats—but in life. Our confidence and resilience training for kids, combined with discipline and respect, transforms shy students into self-assured leaders. Join the movement to stop school bullying and give your child the gift of true empowerment.

At UMF Academy, we believe helping children stay fit and healthy should be a top priority for all parents, schools, gym owners and Martial Art schools regardless of their style.

Why Safety & Trust Come Standard at UMF

At United Martial Arts & Fitness, we don’t just talk about professionalism and safety — we live it.

Every UMF instructor holds:

• A current National Police Check
• A valid Working with Children (Blue Card)
• An approved NDIS Worker Screening Clearance

This sets us apart. While other schools may overlook these safeguards, we go above and beyond — ensuring that every team member who steps on the mats is not only qualified, but cleared, trusted, and held to the highest standard.

Because when it comes to your child’s safety, you should never have to compromise.

Train where your values are matched by ours.

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UMF is provider of the industry’s #1 Character Development System, UMF’s strength and success comes from “No Ego’s – Only Dedication”. 

UMF offers Boxing / Kickboxing / Muay Thai Kickboxing for individuals at all levels of skills, ages (6-14 & 15+), genders, and experience. UMF adapts supports to promotes communication skills, social skills, self-regulation, health, and safety.

UMF’s self-paced system of Boxing / Kickboxing / Muay Thai Kickboxing techniques are delivered in manageable bite-size movements that can be developed over time, increasing the student’s skills selection.

Emilio Cardenas, aiming to provide Townsville's best character development program for kids, recently completed a Rock and Water Program. This expands UMF's offerings beyond their top-rated system by incorporating social-emotional skills through Rock and Water's unique, research-backed approach (founded in 1998). It's not just about fighting; it's about building self-confidence, communication, and resilience – exactly what Rock and Water helps young people achieve through physical exercises and the "Rock" (strength) vs. "Water" (flexibility) metaphor.

UMF – Kickboxing 4 Kids is the ideal program to increase the overall level of activity for your child, and to assist them in positive ways to manage bullying and just to have fun whilst they do it.

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