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36 Chambers Martial Arts and Fitness
4.7 ★★★★★ 42 Google reviews · Muay thai gym in Holly Springs, North Carolina
Authentic Thai — reviews and the gym's own info point to coaching rooted in Thailand's muay thai tradition. If lineage matters to you, ask where the coaches trained and about their kru.
Plan your first class
- Free trial or intro class most gyms welcome new members with a free trial or intro class — check their site or give them a call to book your first session
- Beginner-friendly all levels welcome, including total beginners — you don't need to be fit or have any experience to start
- Kids & youth classes kids and youth muay thai classes — built around discipline, focus, and confidence
- Private lessons private, one-on-one coaching available — a focused way to start or to work around a busy schedule; ask about availability and rates
- Fitness & conditioning muay thai fitness and cardio classes — a serious workout you can do without ever having to spar
- Sparring & clinch sparring and clinch sessions for members ready for controlled contact — always optional and coach-supervised
- Fight team a competition team for members who want to test themselves as amateur fighters
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule 36chambersnc.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone (919) 208-7555
Hours
| Monday | 5–8 PM |
| Tuesday | 6–8:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 5–8 PM |
| Thursday | 6–8:30 PM |
| Friday | 5:30–7 PM |
| Saturday | 10:30 AM–12 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“Even as an individual with over a decade of experience in Aikido, Hapkido, and Tae Kwon Do, somedays I find myself at a beginner level in various aspects of Muay Thai.”
“My son first went there, scrawny, 14 yr old, no martial arts background, and started his first class with ease.”
“If you are looking to get in shape, learn your first or new martial art, and are struggling to make the leap, take a free class with Cory, to test it out.”
“The gym has a great atmosphere and a range of offerings based on skill level, everything from technical training to advanced sparring for those willing to compete.”
“The gym has a great atmosphere and a range of offerings based on skill level, everything from technical training to advanced sparring for those willing to compete.”
“The coaches do a tremendous job of teaching fundamentals, building rapport and tailoring interactions to meet people where they are without compromising core values.”
“Whether you’re training for competition, self defense, or just trying to get in shape, 36 Chambers offers something for everyone.”
Other martial arts here
“They offer BJJ, wrestling, kids karate, and traditional Muay Thai, so there's something for everyone.”
“They offer BJJ, wrestling, kids karate, and traditional Muay Thai, so there's something for everyone.”
“They offer BJJ, wrestling, kids karate, and traditional Muay Thai, so there's something for everyone.”
What members say
“The coaches are experienced and knowledgeable, and they foster a team training approach that helps all students improve in a safe, fun, and positive environment.”
“Even as an individual with over a decade of experience in Aikido, Hapkido, and Tae Kwon Do, somedays I find myself at a beginner level in various aspects of Muay Thai.”
“They foster a family atmosphere and you will feel right at home where you will be treated with the utmost respect and care.”
“The coaches do a tremendous job of teaching fundamentals, building rapport and tailoring interactions to meet people where they are without compromising core values.”
“Conditioning is top notch as well!”
“The gym has a great atmosphere and a range of offerings based on skill level, everything from technical training to advanced sparring for those willing to compete.”
From the reviews
36 Chambers will be one of your favorite places to be hands down. Being a former student and fighter under coaches Josh and Alex has been very rewarding! They respect the tradition of Muay Thai and are unparalleled in their coaching abilities and more importantly their hearts!
I love this place. Alex and all the coaches are really knowledgeable and experienced. Every class is like a journey through traditional Muay Thai with a beginning, middle and an end. The other students are really helpful to newbies and it doesn’t matter your level of experience.
The karate class that are lead by Seth are extraordinary. This place make you feel as part of a big family and the kids are taking care for each other. Cannot be happier to bring my kid for the classes. BJJ classes are excellent as well. And still, after 3 years, everything is great, and they did renovation
36 Chambers is more than just a martial arts studio, it is a community. The instructors have a great deal of knowledge and experience in Muay Thai and preach technique first. They are also welcome of all different levels.
New to muay thai? Start at 36 Chambers Martial Arts and Fitness
36 Chambers Martial Arts and Fitness comes up as a beginner-friendly gym, going by their listing and members’ reviews. If you've never thrown a punch or a kick, that's exactly who a good beginners program is for. A few things worth knowing before your first week. First, you don't need to be fit to start — you get in shape by training, not before it, and coaches scale the conditioning to you. Second, you won't be thrown into sparring — reputable gyms build fundamentals (stance, footwork, and the basic strikes of the "art of eight limbs") for weeks before any contact, and sparring stays optional. Third, all levels really are welcome — ask about a dedicated beginners or fundamentals class time so your first session is alongside others who are also starting out. Most gyms are happy to let you watch or try a class first, so reach out before you commit.
Your first muay thai class at 36 Chambers Martial Arts and Fitness
Nervous about walking into a muay thai gym for the first time? Almost everyone is, and good coaches expect beginners to come through the door. Here's what to know. What to expect: a typical first class is a warm-up, then drilling the basics on pads and bags — not fighting. Rest whenever you need to; no one will bat an eye. What to wear: shorts or athletic wear and a t-shirt; you'll train barefoot on the mats. What to bring: water and hand wraps if you have them — many gyms lend gloves for a first class, so it's worth asking when you call. As you keep training you'll add your own gloves, wraps, a mouthguard, and shin guards. Sparring is optional and comes later, once your fundamentals are solid. Arrive 10–15 minutes early to sign a waiver and meet the coach. It gets easier fast — most people feel far more at home by their third class.
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