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Fit-Defense Collierville

4.9 ★★★★★ 211 Google reviews · Muay thai gym in Collierville, Tennessee

Beginners welcome Kids & teens Fitness classes

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  • 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 (ages 6–35) — built around discipline, focus, and confidence
  • Fitness & conditioning muay thai fitness and cardio classes — a serious workout you can do without ever having to spar
  • Today see hours ·
  • Website & schedule fit-defensecollierville.com — book classes and see the live schedule
  • Phone +1 901-221-8861

Hours

Monday 5:30 am–8 pm
Tuesday 5:30 am–8 pm
Wednesday 5:30 am–8 pm
Thursday 5:30 am–8 pm
Friday 5:30 am–6 pm
Saturday 7:30–11 am
Sunday 1:45–3 pm

Hours shift for holidays, seminars, and open-gym times — worth a quick check before a special trip.

The classes they run

Muay thai classes on the schedule at Fit-Defense Collierville, confirmed in members' own reviews and the gym's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

🧒 Kids Muay Thai 8 mentions

“It’s safe for women, has a large and growing kids program taught by experienced black belts, and the atmosphere is fun and positive.”

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🔥 Muay Thai Fitness 3 mentions

“I then decided since I was already there to join and do the fitness kickboxing classes.”

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📘 Fundamentals 2 mentions

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🛡️ Self-Defense 2 mentions

“Great, safe, clean, welcoming environment to train and get self defense and jiu jitsu skills.”

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🌱 Beginner Muay Thai

“It’s my first time going to a kickboxing class and I LOOVVEEEE IT!”

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Other martial arts here

Muay thai gyms are usually multi-discipline. Here's what else members mention training under the same roof at Fit-Defense Collierville — mined from their reviews and the gym's own info.

🦵 Kickboxing 9 mentions

“I then decided since I was already there to join and do the fitness kickboxing classes.”

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🥊 Boxing 6 mentions

“The kids' classes are conveniently scheduled to coincide with the adult boxing and kickboxing classes so the parents can get in a good sweat while their children practice.”

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🥋 Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ) 8 mentions

“Great, safe, clean, welcoming environment to train and get self defense and jiu jitsu skills.”

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🏟️ MMA

“I’ve been taking the Muay Thai/ MMA class for about a month now and it’s a lot of fun!”

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🤸 Wrestling

“They offer kids self defense classes (a combo of BJJ/wrestling/striking).”

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Disciplines are mined from reviews and the gym's own info — they show what members have trained, not a formal class guarantee. If you specifically want BJJ, boxing, or MMA alongside muay thai, confirm the current schedule with the gym.

What members say

The things reviewers bring up again and again across 211 Google reviews — in their own words.

🧑‍🏫 expert, authentic coaching 3 mentions

“As a fellow black belts new to the area, this gym is a gem great people great environment and most importantly great instructors that have the passion to teach!”

🌱 welcoming to beginners 7 mentions

“Until November 2019, I had always done home workouts and had never been a member of any gym, so I was definitely a little intimidated by my first class.”

🤝 no-ego, friendly gym 11 mentions

“The people are so friendly and welcoming, the 45 minute workouts are fast-paced but so much fun, and their instructors are super knowledgeable and helpful.”

📘 real technique & fundamentals 5 mentions

“I’ve been here twice a week for a month and can already see the transformation on my body and I have energy to do more than I did before.”

🔥 killer workout & conditioning 5 mentions

“I keep coming back for the environment, great people and an amazing workouts from Bob and the crew!”

🧼 clean, well-equipped gym 3 mentions

“Great, safe, clean, welcoming environment to train and get self defense and jiu jitsu skills.”

From the reviews

This is the place to get in a great workout! The instructors are encouraging and knowledgeable. They always motivate me to push extra hard during my kickboxing classes. The classes are all consistent in structure, which makes it easier to clear your mind and punch away the stress of the day.

★★★★★ — M., Aug 2025

This place has changed my life. I came in as a 36 year old man struggling with anxiety. I did not want to start jiu jitsu, but I knew I needed to challenge myself. Here I am 8 months later, more confident than ever, in better shape than ever, and I have a great group of friends I’ve made from class. I love this place

★★★★★ — Brent, Oct 2025

It’s my first time going to a kickboxing class and I LOOVVEEEE IT! Coaches are very friendly and the atmosphere there is positive/great. You can experience different classes with different trainers but all of them are amazing. I am having SO much fun. The price is extremely reasonable and super worth it.

★★★★★ — Diellza, Mar 2024

I enrolled my son in the kids defense class and he is having a blast and learning so much!! I then decided since I was already there to join and do the fitness kickboxing classes. Wow what a workout! Everyone is super nice, great energy in the class, and a great alternative to a typical gym workout.

★★★★★ — Rebecca, Jun 2024

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New to muay thai? Start at Fit-Defense Collierville

Fit-Defense Collierville 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.

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Your first muay thai class at Fit-Defense Collierville

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.

Muay thai is a contact sport. Ease in, listen to your coaches, and if you have any injuries or health concerns, mention them before class and check with a doctor if you're unsure.

Where to find Fit-Defense Collierville

450 US-72 Ste B, Collierville, TN38017

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