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Carolina Combat Sports and Fitness

5 ★★★★★ 55 Google reviews · Kickboxing gym in Indian Trail, North Carolina

Kickboxing gym Beginners welcome Kids & teens Competition team

Learning and training facility where students can take classes in kickboxing or jujitsu, and work with coaches and trainers to develop self-defense skills.

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
  • Kids & teen classes kids and teen kickboxing classes — built around confidence, focus, and fun
  • 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 carolinacombatsports.com — book classes and see the live schedule
  • Phone (704) 321-8634

Hours

Monday 11:30 AM–1:30 PM, 5–9 PM
Tuesday 6–7:30 AM, 5–9 PM
Wednesday 11:30 AM–1:30 PM, 5–9 PM
Thursday 6–7:30 AM, 5–9 PM
Friday 11:30 AM–1:30 PM, 5:30–7:30 PM
Saturday 9 AM–1 PM
Sunday Closed

Hours shift for holidays and class-schedule changes — worth a quick check before a special trip.

The classes they run

Kickboxing classes on the schedule at Carolina Combat Sports and Fitness, confirmed in members' own reviews and the gym's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

🧒 Kids Kickboxing 4 mentions

“I go to the boot camp class once or twice per week usually coached by Shameek Harvey while my son is in the kids class coached by the local legend Bryan Battle.”

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🌱 Beginners 3 mentions

“There is a variety of equipment to train with and excellent training partners of all skill levels.”

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🏆 Competition Team 4 mentions

“The training team will help you reach your goals whether it's just to lose weight or to compete at the highest level.”

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Teens Kickboxing

“I actually just signed my teenager up and i might not be far behind.”

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Kickboxing Bootcamp

“I go to the boot camp class once or twice per week usually coached by Shameek Harvey while my son is in the kids class coached by the local legend Bryan Battle.”

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Other martial arts here

Kickboxing gyms are usually multi-discipline. Here's what else members mention training under the same roof at Carolina Combat Sports and Fitness — mined from their reviews and the gym's own info.

🏟️ MMA 4 mentions

“Whether you're looking to learn self defense or interested in fighting MMA, you'll find everything you need here.”

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🥋 Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu

“I have been training Jiu Jitsu and MMA for couple years now.”

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🛡️ Self-Defense 2 mentions

“Whether you're looking to learn self defense or interested in fighting MMA, you'll find everything you need here.”

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Disciplines are mined from reviews and the gym's own info — they show what members have trained, not a formal class guarantee. If you specifically want muay thai, boxing, or MMA alongside your kickboxing, confirm the current schedule with the gym.

What members say

The things reviewers bring up again and again across 55 Google reviews — in their own words.

🧑‍🏫 expert, motivating coaching 8 mentions

“If you're looking for a great training environment, great training partners and world class instruction then look no further than Carolina Combat Sports.”

🏆 active competition / fight team 2 mentions

“The training team will help you reach your goals whether it's just to lose weight or to compete at the highest level.”

🧼 clean, well-equipped gym 3 mentions

“This gym is very well equipped and the environment in there is always motivating and healthy.”

🧠 builds confidence & relieves stress 2 mentions

“His attitude has gotten better and his confidence is through the roof.”

🤝 friendly, family gym 4 mentions

“Tom and the rest of the team are always willing to help no matter the question and are very friendly.”

From the reviews

I cannot say enough good things about Carolina combat. My (8 year old) son started kickboxing in late December. His couch Bryan is incredible. The encouragement, the love for the sport and the never ending drive for them to all be their best is nothing short of admirable.

★★★★★ — Ashley, Feb 2023

If you're looking for a great training environment, great training partners and world class instruction then look no further than Carolina Combat Sports. Coach Tom is one of the best in the area and a wealth of knowledge.

★★★★★ — Anthony, Aug 2022

Great gym with great people. Whether you’re a beginner, or an aspiring combat sports competitor, this gym has everything. Tom and the rest of the team are always willing to help no matter the question and are very friendly. Couldn’t recommend CCS enough.

★★★★★ — Sullivan, Dec 2022

The staff is amazing. I go to the boot camp class once or twice per week usually coached by Shameek Harvey while my son is in the kids class coached by the local legend Bryan Battle. From the owner down this place is exceptional.

★★★★★ — Hunter, Feb 2026

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New to kickboxing? Start at Carolina Combat Sports and Fitness

Carolina Combat Sports and Fitness 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.

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Your first kickboxing class at Carolina Combat Sports and Fitness

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.

Kickboxing is a contact sport. Warm up, pace yourself, listen to your coaches, and if you have any injuries or health concerns, mention them before class and check with a doctor if you're unsure.

Where to find Carolina Combat Sports and Fitness

1221 Technology Dr Unit D, Indian Trail, NC28079

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