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Art of Motion Jiu Jitsu
5 ★★★★★ 128 Google reviews · Muay thai gym in Indian Trail, North 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
- Sparring & clinch sparring and clinch sessions for members ready for controlled contact — always optional and coach-supervised
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule aomjj.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone (419) 551-0988
Hours
| Monday | 10 AM–12:30 PM, 5:30–8:30 PM |
| Tuesday | 9–10:30 AM, 5:30–8:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 11 AM–12:30 PM, 5:30–8:30 PM |
| Thursday | 9–10:30 AM, 5:30–8:30 PM |
| Friday | 6–8 PM |
| Saturday | 11 AM–1 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“Aaron is an excellent instructor who does a great job breaking techniques down in a way that makes sense whether you’re brand new or have experience.”
“The gym has a great atmosphere — welcoming, professional, and focused on real learning for both adults and kids.”
“The studio and those there made the sessions feel like it was a private session and all involved were willing to go through each technique with me at my speed.”
“If you’re looking to learn self defense and get healthier, this is the right place to bring your family to get world class training.”
Other martial arts here
“I take the Striking class (kickboxing & muay thai combo) that Aaron teaches.”
“He has a deep knowledge and love for the art of Jiu Jitsu, and I highly recommend his academy to anyone who either lives in the area, or is passing through!”
What members say
“Aaron is an excellent instructor who does a great job breaking techniques down in a way that makes sense whether you’re brand new or have experience.”
“Art of Motion is an amazing school, professor Aaron not only teaches in a way that makes it easy to understand, but creates a welcoming and inviting community.”
“Art of Motion is an amazing school, professor Aaron not only teaches in a way that makes it easy to understand, but creates a welcoming and inviting community.”
“The studio and those there made the sessions feel like it was a private session and all involved were willing to go through each technique with me at my speed.”
“Their kids program is very good too, the way coaches engage with kids is important and I was there to witness.”
“Instead of rivalry or just fighting, everyone is focused on helping each other learn the positions and improve step by step.”
From the reviews
By far the best instructor in the Charlotte region, hands down! I take the Striking class (kickboxing & muay thai combo) that Aaron teaches. Compared to a previous martial arts training I took, Aaron King and Art of Motion provides a far more superior training, environment and culture which encourages inclusiveness.
I have loved every second of my time at AOM!!! There is such a family atmosphere, where laughter can be had while also being serious about technique and mastery of skills. Both Aaron and Kim are passionate about the art and take their time to be detailed in their teaching.
Purple belt from Florida here, I've visited more than 40 JJ gyms and I love this sport that much that I recognize a good gym when I see it. Their Adult program is ran by quality Black Belts.
Art of Motion is an amazing school, professor Aaron not only teaches in a way that makes it easy to understand, but creates a welcoming and inviting community. There is something for everyone from No Gi to striking classes and even fitness classes.
New to muay thai? Start at Art of Motion Jiu Jitsu
Art of Motion Jiu Jitsu 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 Art of Motion Jiu Jitsu
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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