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Beaufort Martial Arts Academy (Beaufort MMA)
5 ★★★★★ 9 Google reviews · Kickboxing gym in Beaufort, 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
- Membership memberships run around $60/mo — many studios also offer class packs, drop-ins, and a discounted first month, so ask about new-member rates
- 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
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule beaufortmma.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone +1 843-882-7688
Hours
| Monday | 6 am–9 pm |
| Tuesday | 6 am–9 pm |
| Wednesday | 6 am–9 pm |
| Thursday | 6 am–9 pm |
| Friday | 6 am–9 pm |
| Saturday | 7 am–7 pm |
| Sunday | 10 am–3 pm |
The classes they run
“There is a wide range of classes spread out during the week which is available to all levels and abilities whether you're a beginner or advanced.”
“As a former student and now training my daughter I have witnessed great teaching, kind and friendly instructors, and sincerity in educating students.”
Other martial arts here
“Great MMA program the instructors are great I would definitely refer a friend.”
What members say
“As a former student and now training my daughter I have witnessed great teaching, kind and friendly instructors, and sincerity in educating students.”
From the reviews
Fantastic gym with a professional and family friendly atmosphere. There is a wide range of classes spread out during the week which is available to all levels and abilities whether you're a beginner or advanced. The staff are really friendly and are patient to help you learn and progress with your training.
Outstanding staff!!! As a former student and now training my daughter I have witnessed great teaching, kind and friendly instructors, and sincerity in educating students. I would highly recommend to everyone!!!!
Had a blast training at Beaufort MMA. Closest mma gym to base. Will definitely sign up and invite friends.
Great gym. Nice people. Everyone does own thing without hassle highly recommend the Foundry.
New to kickboxing? Start at Beaufort Martial Arts Academy (Beaufort MMA)
Beaufort Martial Arts Academy (Beaufort MMA) 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 Beaufort Martial Arts Academy (Beaufort MMA)
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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