Home › South Carolina › Myrtle Beach › American Tiger Martial Arts Academy
American Tiger Martial Arts Academy
5 ★★★★★ 28 Google reviews · Kickboxing gym in Myrtle Beach, 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 fitness levels welcome, including total beginners — no experience needed, and you get in shape by training, not before
- Cardio kickboxing classes high-energy cardio kickboxing on the bags and pads — a fun, sweaty workout built for fitness and weight loss, at your own pace
- Kids & teen classes kids and teen kickboxing classes — built around confidence, focus, and fun
- Private lessons one-on-one coaching available — a focused way to start or to work around a busy schedule; ask about availability and rates
- Sparring sparring and partner work for members who want it — always optional, eased in gradually, with the coach controlling the contact
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule americantigermartialarts.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone +1 843-796-1041
Hours
| Monday | 2:30–7:30 pm |
| Tuesday | 2:30–7:30 pm |
| Wednesday | 2:30–7:30 pm |
| Thursday | 2:30–7:30 pm |
| Friday | 3–5 pm |
| Saturday | 9 am–12 pm |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“Master Barghaus is great at breaking down and explaining the motions and techniques to the kids class as well as the teen/adults class so each group understands at their level.”
“My child attends the beginner's classes of Tae Kwon Do taught by Master Barghaus.”
“We have her in individual private lessons to start and she is working hard with Master Barghaus.”
“Master Barghaus is great at breaking down and explaining the motions and techniques to the kids class as well as the teen/adults class so each group understands at their level.”
Other martial arts here
What members say
“Master Barghaus is a great instructor that takes pride in helping all students perform in an efficient and happy manner.”
“We had heard great things about this place and when we arrived Rob, the owner was so kind and welcoming, and his knowledge about the sport was inspiring!”
“The facility itself is in a nice location, and is always clean.”
“The Black Belt Club program is well worth it, as it introduces advanced techniques such as nunchucks and specialized kicking drills.”
“He’s an incredible role model, especially for kids—teaching not just martial arts, but also respect, discipline, and self-confidence.”
“We had heard great things about this place and when we arrived Rob, the owner was so kind and welcoming, and his knowledge about the sport was inspiring!”
From the reviews
WOW, what a great life-changing experience for our 11 year old! She has never done martial arts or organized sports before and really wanted to learn Tae Kwon Do….all our anxieties as parents were gone after the first free trial class with Master Barghaus.
After watching Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, 3 Ninjas, and Ninja Kidz on YouTube, my children became very interested in trying martial arts. I began researching local schools, and American Tiger Martial Arts stood out. I contacted the school and spoke with Master Rob Barghaus, the owner and head instructor.
My child attends the beginner's classes of Tae Kwon Do taught by Master Barghaus. She is one of the younger children in the program, and I initially wasn't sure she would be mature enough to participate safely. But, under Master Barghaus's instruction, she really has flourished.
Master Barghaus is an exceptional instructor! My daughter very much enjoys class & is developing in character while building a strong foundation in martial arts.
New to kickboxing? Start at American Tiger Martial Arts Academy
American Tiger Martial Arts Academy 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 class is for. A few things worth knowing before your first week. First, you don't need to be fit or coordinated to start — you get in shape by training, not before it, and coaches scale every drill to you. Second, you won't be thrown into hard sparring — reputable gyms build the basics (stance, footwork, and punches and kicks on pads and bags) first, and any contact eases in gradually under a coach's control. Third, all fitness 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 kickboxing class at American Tiger Martial Arts Academy
Nervous about walking into a kickboxing 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 — stance, footwork, and punches and kicks on pads or a heavy bag — not hard sparring. Go at your own pace and rest whenever you need to; no one will bat an eye. What to wear: comfortable athletic clothes you can move and sweat in, and supportive trainers. What to bring: water, and hand wraps and gloves if you have them — many gyms lend loaner gloves for a first class, so it's worth asking when you call. As you keep training you'll add your own gloves and wraps (and shin guards once you start sparring). Sparring is optional and eases in gradually, once your basics 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.
More kickboxing gyms near Myrtle Beach
Fitness Edge MMA
4.3 ★★★★☆ 28 reviews
Kilo Delta BJJ & MMA
5 ★★★★★ 27 reviews
🥊 Free trial / intro class — check their site
CKO Kickboxing Myrtle Beach
5 ★★★★★ 23 reviews
🥊 Free trial / intro class — check their site