What Is The Difference Between Kickboxing and Muay Thai?

While Kickboxing and Muay Thai do have some common elements, there are several notable differences.  What is Muay Thai? Muay Thai is a martial art that focuses on dealing powerful blows using punches, elbows, knees, and kicks. The…

What Should I Wear For BJJ Class? (Gi and No-Gi)

When it comes to what to wear to your Brazilian Jiu Jitsu (BJJ) classes there are no right answers but there are certainly wrong answers. Without a lot of experience this can be confusing for new BJJ students, but here we will explain what…

Is Kickboxing Good for Self Defense?

Kickboxing will help you develop skills to defend yourself, should the occasion does arrive. No one wants to be put in a situation where a physical altercation might occur, but if it does, your kickboxing classes will give you the tools to…

How Many Times A Week Should I Train BJJ?

Once you start BJJ, it becomes addictive. We see people become obsessed with training. As with everything in life, finding balance is key. A passion that turns into an obsession can lead to over training and injuries.  So often should…

Alistair Overeem Returns to Glory Kickboxing

Alistair Overeem will headline Glory: Collision 4 in the Netherlands against Badr Hari on Saturday October 8th 2022. Overeem traded in his MMA gloves for boxing gloves and is ready to make his return to kickboxing after spending the last decade…

Can I Drop-in for a BJJ class at High Altitude?

There are many reasons one might want to drop-in at a new gym, from just wanting to roll with some new training partners to test-driving a new gym to looking for a gym to train at while in town for work or pleasure. Regardless of rank, dropping…

What is a Kickboxing Smoker?

A “Smoker'' is a non-sanctioned fight that usually takes place against people from other gyms or schools or academies. It is also referred to as an exhibition fight. Or think of an intense sparring session against people you don’t know.…

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We are looking for a Front Desk Sales Representative. You will be the “face” of the gym for all students and visitors. You will be responsible for the first impression we make. The ideal candidate will have a friendly and easy going personality…

First Kickboxing Class - What To Expect

So you have decided to start a new work out, a new beginning or adding to your current workout. Trying a kickboxing fundamentals class just might be what you are looking for! In a fundamentals class you will have everyone from very beginner…

Coach Cory Sandhagen of High Altitude Martial Arts Is Back In The Win Column!

Aurora’s own Cory Sandhagen picked up an impressive victory against Song Yadong at UFC Fight Night on Saturday. The fight took place at the Apex in Las Vegas and the two bantamweights put on a great performance.  Sandhagen (15-4)…