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501 BJJ & Kickboxing (501 Martial Arts)
5 ★★★★★ 107 Google reviews · Muay thai gym in Conway, Arkansas
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
- 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 501bjj.com — book classes and see the live schedule
Hours
| Monday | 5–8:30 pm |
| Tuesday | 11:30 am–1:30 pm, 4:30–9 pm |
| Wednesday | 5–8 pm |
| Thursday | 11:30 am–1:30 pm, 4:30–9 pm |
| Friday | 11 am–1:30 pm |
| Saturday | 10 am–1 pm |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“Whether you’re a beginner, young or old, or you are highly advanced and looking to continue leveling up… this is the gym you need to be in, and the mat you need to be on.”
“My 12 year old daughter has been attending the kids Brazilian Jujitsu classes for almost 3years and absolutely loves it.”
“She is now a Gery/black belt, competes in Jui-jitsu tournaments, is a part of the kids leadership team & has gained so much knowledge & confidence.”
“They are incredibly inclusive and a safe environment for women wanting to learn about martial arts and self defense!”
Other martial arts here
“I started kickboxing here almost 5 years ago to learn a new skill while improving my cardio.”
“I started training in their Adult BJJ classes about 2 months ago and really enjoy it, once again everybody is super welcoming and helpful.”
What members say
“The facilities are clean, the coaches are Knowledgeable, fun and teach the kids proper techniques & safety.”
“Whether you’re a beginner, young or old, or you are highly advanced and looking to continue leveling up… this is the gym you need to be in, and the mat you need to be on.”
“2 years ago we joined 501MA and the amount of growth, confidence, and feeling of family has been amazing!”
“The facilities are clean, the coaches are Knowledgeable, fun and teach the kids proper techniques & safety.”
“When we moved back to the Conway area my children started going to the gym. We all love this gym.”
“She is now a Gery/black belt, competes in Jui-jitsu tournaments, is a part of the kids leadership team & has gained so much knowledge & confidence.”
From the reviews
501 Martial Arts is the most amazing gym you can possibly find. Whether you’re a beginner, young or old, or you are highly advanced and looking to continue leveling up… this is the gym you need to be in, and the mat you need to be on.
My son first started BJJ in 2017. Then COVID happened and we ended up training virtually with the coaches and have not started back in person due to time constraints. However, we are excited about the new location opening up soon, and plan on starting back!
I joined 501 back in 2021 and it’s been one of the best decisions I’ve made. Martial arts isn’t only great for your physical health, but mental as well. All the coaches a very informative, and are willing to work with anyone at any skill level.
I highly recommend 501 Martial Arts in Conway! My son has been attending for almost 2 years and loves it! The coaches are very good with the kids in building confidence and reaching personal goals. Whether it’s fitness, learning self defense or wanting to compete in martial arts, this gym does it all!
New to muay thai? Start at 501 BJJ & Kickboxing (501 Martial Arts)
501 BJJ & Kickboxing (501 Martial Arts) comes up as a beginner-friendly gym — noted on their own site. 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 501 BJJ & Kickboxing (501 Martial Arts)
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. 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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