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Institute of Human Combat
4.6 ★★★★★ 95 Google reviews · Muay thai gym in Greensboro, North Carolina
Plan your first class
- 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 instituteofhumancombat.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone +1 336-567-1099
Hours
| Monday | 9:30 am–9 pm |
| Tuesday | 11 am–9 pm |
| Wednesday | 9:30 am–9 pm |
| Thursday | 11 am–9 pm |
| Friday | 10:30 am–8 pm |
| Saturday | 9 am–1 pm |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“This was my first time ever joining a martial arts gym, and even though I’ve only been here for about two months, I’ve already learned a lot.”
“As a woman in MMA, Jiu-Jitsu, and Muay Thai, feeling comfortable and respected in the gym is really important and this place absolutely delivers that.”
“If your goal is to compete and become a world-class fighter, this is where you want to be.”
“I originally joined this gym just looking for something to do outside the house and to learn some self-defense, but it quickly turned into something so much more.”
Other martial arts here
“As a woman in MMA, Jiu-Jitsu, and Muay Thai, feeling comfortable and respected in the gym is really important and this place absolutely delivers that.”
“As a woman in MMA, Jiu-Jitsu, and Muay Thai, feeling comfortable and respected in the gym is really important and this place absolutely delivers that.”
What members say
“Our Coach is not only incredibly knowledgeable but also funny, respectful, and genuinely considerate of everyone in the room.”
“This was my first time ever joining a martial arts gym, and even though I’ve only been here for about two months, I’ve already learned a lot.”
“The coach here is not just skilled but also truly inspiring, always pushing us to exceed our limits while maintaining a supportive and positive environment.”
“No question has ever felt too small or silly—they always take the time to guide me, explain techniques, and make sure I feel comfortable and safe.”
“If your goal is to compete and become a world-class fighter, this is where you want to be.”
From the reviews
I originally joined this gym just looking for something to do outside the house and to learn some self-defense, but it quickly turned into something so much more. Training here has become one of the highlights of my week.
I’ve had a great experience training at this MMA gym and wanted to share my honest perspective. The environment here is respectful, professional, and focused on helping people improve safely. Coach Graeme Prue is one of the most genuine coaches I’ve met.
This is an incredible gym to train for all levels. Class is well-sized, structured, and fun. Coach is a caring person who shares not just his vast knowledge of martial arts but valuable life lessons. The students here are humble and always willing to help each other grow.
I have been training martial arts for at least 25 years. I am a professional combatant that competes in many different disciplines. I have traveled the world competing and also visited many training facilities all over the world as well.
New to muay thai? Start at Institute of Human Combat
Institute of Human Combat 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 Institute of Human Combat
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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