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Apex Mixed Martial Arts
4.9 ★★★★★ 15 Google reviews · Kickboxing gym in Ridgeland, Mississippi
Plan your first class
- Beginner-friendly all fitness levels welcome, including total beginners — no experience needed, and you get in shape by training, not before
- Sparring sparring and partner work for members who want it — always optional, eased in gradually, with the coach controlling the contact
- Competition team a competition team for members who want to test themselves in the ring — amateur kickboxing, muay thai, or K-1
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule apexmma.fitness — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone +1 601-804-2739
Hours
| Monday | 6–8:15 pm |
| Tuesday | 6–8:15 pm |
| Wednesday | 6–8:15 pm |
| Thursday | 6–8:15 pm |
| Friday | Closed |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
Other martial arts here
“I can see the difference in my skills, and as I continue my journey in mixed martial arts I know that the group of people running this gym are going to push me to be my best.”
“Attended the Free Community Self Defense Class, today and I must say that I’m very impressed.”
What members say
“The trainer was very knowledgeable and allowed students to learn at their own pace.”
“Although I can't always come in due to my hectic work life, this gym adds a level of family and camaraderie I am glad to be a part of.”
From the reviews
Really amazing Gym!! The trainer was very knowledgeable and allowed students to learn at their own pace. Definitely a 10/10 experience!!
My experience here has been incredible. From day one, meeting my training partners and coaches has been a unique journey. There’s so much respect in everything we do, making it both humbling and welcoming.
Attended the Free Community Self Defense Class, today and I must say that I’m very impressed. The Instructors/Staff were so professional and knowledgeable. The instructions were not only movement involved, but education on how to be more aware in life. This was an awesome, knowledgeable, calm, and friendly experience.
Been training here for 7 months and I absolutely love the atmosphere and the people here. I can see the difference in my skills, and as I continue my journey in mixed martial arts I know that the group of people running this gym are going to push me to be my best.
New to kickboxing? Start at Apex Mixed Martial Arts
Apex Mixed Martial Arts 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 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 Apex Mixed Martial Arts
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.
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