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Imperial Muay Thai
5 ★★★★★ 11 Google reviews · Muay thai gym in Statesville, 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
- Drop-ins drop-ins run around $80 — many gyms also offer monthly memberships and a discounted first session, so ask about new-member rates
- 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
- Women's classes dedicated women's muay thai classes — a welcoming space to train and start out in
- Fitness & conditioning muay thai fitness and cardio classes — a serious workout you can do without ever having to spar
- Fight team a competition team for members who want to test themselves as amateur fighters
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule imperialmuaythai.wordpress.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone +1 704-929-8761
Hours
| Monday | Closed |
| Tuesday | 5:15–8:30 pm |
| Wednesday | 5:30–7 pm |
| Thursday | 5:15–8 pm |
| Friday | 5:15–7 pm |
| Saturday | 8 am–12 pm |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“My son has gained so much knowledge in the kid’s muay thai class and absolutely loves coming to Terri’s class!”
“I think this month marks 3 months since I started training with her, and I really enjoy the women’s Muay Thai class.”
“Not only are the classes great for learning self-defense, but they also build confidence, discipline, and respect.”
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What members say
“Coach Terri is amazing with the kids—She is patient, encouraging, and really know how to keep him engaged while teaching real skills.”
“This is a awesome place to train and get your cardio on come out and join us you wont be disappointed”
“Not only are the classes great for learning self-defense, but they also build confidence, discipline, and respect.”
From the reviews
It’s a great play to learn martial arts and discipline. Also to help improve endurance and cardio. They accepts all ages and genders. Overall, a great place to workout, learn, and have fun.
Imperial Muay Thai is an awesome space to learn a martial art. My son has gained so much knowledge in the kid’s muay thai class and absolutely loves coming to Terri’s class!
I train with coach Terri, and she is nothing short of amazing! She welcomes everyone, and adjusts to meet you at whatever level you are on, no matter age or experience. I think this month marks 3 months since I started training with her, and I really enjoy the women’s Muay Thai class.
My kid absolutely loves the MMA classes here! Coach Terri is amazing with the kids—She is patient, encouraging, and really know how to keep him engaged while teaching real skills. Not only are the classes great for learning self-defense, but they also build confidence, discipline, and respect.
New to muay thai? Start at Imperial Muay Thai
Imperial Muay Thai 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 Imperial Muay Thai
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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