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APEX COMBAT AND FITNESS GYM
5 ★★★★★ 28 Google reviews · Muay thai gym in Fort Mill, South Carolina
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
- Fight team a competition team for members who want to test themselves as amateur fighters
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule apexcombatgym.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone +1 839-293-7058
Hours
| Monday | 12–8:30 pm |
| Tuesday | 12–8:30 pm |
| Wednesday | 12–8:30 pm |
| Thursday | 12–8:30 pm |
| Friday | 6–8:30 pm |
| Saturday | 9:30 am–12 pm |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“The owner/instructor is highly skilled, patient, and provide clear, challenging instruction that is great for all skill levels.”
“Coach Barrett provides the highest level of Muay Thai training, a great kids program, a strong community / family, and a clean gym.”
“It’s clean, welcoming, and Gary gives members of all skill levels the one-on-one instruction they need to succeed.”
“As someone currently training under Coach Gary to compete, I’ve experienced firsthand the level of detail, structure, and care he brings to every session.”
“Whether your goal is fitness, self-defense, or stepping into the ring, Apex provides the coaching, culture, and community to help you reach your highest potential.”
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What members say
“The coaches do a great job making the kids feel comfortable while also helping them grow in skill, discipline, and confidence.”
“The gym is clean and well cared for, classes are structured for all levels, and the community as a whole is very welcoming.”
“Coach Barrett provides the highest level of Muay Thai training, a great kids program, a strong community / family, and a clean gym.”
“Coach Gary has created a well equipped, clean, cool gym; providing great Muay Thai instruction, striking and martial arts fundamentals.”
“As someone currently training under Coach Gary to compete, I’ve experienced firsthand the level of detail, structure, and care he brings to every session.”
“Coach Gary has created a well equipped, clean, cool gym; providing great Muay Thai instruction, striking and martial arts fundamentals.”
From the reviews
Such a great environment to train in! Family friendly and the best coaches👊 The facility also has everything to get the best training.
If you’re serious about improving yourself—physically, mentally, and competitively—Apex Combat Fitness Gym is the place to be. Coach Gary has done a tremendous job building this gym for the communities of Southern Charlotte and Fort Mill, creating an environment rooted in professionalism, respect, and hard work.
Ladies, do yourself a huge favor and attended their next women’s self defense class. Gary led us through real life scenarios teaching us how to be aware of our surroundings and what to do to increase our chances of safety and survival. He also debunked common advice that isn’t actually helpful.
No other place to be for Muay Thai in the Carolinas! So far I have previously trained at 2 other gyms before Apex, and never have been in such an environment of excellence, camaraderie, and focus on detail such as at Apex. Since training with Coach Gary I have improved in every aspect of my life outside of training.
New to muay thai? Start at APEX COMBAT AND FITNESS GYM
APEX COMBAT AND FITNESS GYM 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 APEX COMBAT AND FITNESS GYM
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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