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Fight for It & Co.

5 ★★★★★ 100 Google reviews · Kickboxing gym in Hickory, North Carolina

Kickboxing gym Free trial Beginners welcome Kids & teens Private lessons

Gym focusing on combat sports such as Muay Thai kickboxing, Brazilian jiu-jitsu, and boxing, plus MMA.

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
  • 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 atlanticmma.com — book classes and see the live schedule
  • Phone (828) 855-9151

Hours

Monday 5–8:30 PM
Tuesday 5:30–8:30 PM
Wednesday 5–8 PM
Thursday 5:30–8:30 PM
Friday 6–7 PM
Saturday Open 24 hours
Sunday Open 24 hours

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 Fight for It & Co., confirmed in members' own reviews and the gym's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

🧒 Kids Kickboxing 2 mentions

“I feel welcomed every time I walk through the door and both my kids and I take pride in being a part of this gym.”

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🌱 Beginners 4 mentions

“The instructor is excellent with people coming for the first time, and knows exactly how to teach those who have no experience.”

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🤜 Sparring

“Teach a topic or 2, then practice it, then spar.”

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🦵 Muay Thai

“I would highly recommend him to anyone wanting to get into Muay Thai.”

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🥊 Boxing 3 mentions

“organizes amazing events that include boxing, Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, and MMA.”

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👤 Private Lessons

“After only having one private session so far, this seems to be a great facility.”

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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 Fight for It & Co. — mined from their reviews and the gym's own info.

🦵 Muay Thai

“I would highly recommend him to anyone wanting to get into Muay Thai.”

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🥊 Boxing 3 mentions

“organizes amazing events that include boxing, Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, and MMA.”

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🏟️ MMA 3 mentions

“After my instructor, Ajarn Rick Davis closed his school, I followed him to Atlantic MMA--the home of Fight for It & Co.”

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🥋 Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu

“organizes amazing events that include boxing, Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, and MMA.”

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🛡️ Self-Defense

“If you want to learn self-defense or just get in the best shape of your life--this is the place!”

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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 100 Google reviews — in their own words.

🌱 welcoming to beginners 12 mentions

“Great gym, with a reputable instructor, atmosphere is very welcoming to newcomers and they also put on great combat sport events!”

💵 good value / fair pricing 2 mentions

“Great ppl great price and great instructors”

🤝 friendly, family gym 11 mentions

“A true gym should feel like family, and while there are many amazing fighters being trained here, you don't have to be a fighter to feel welcome.”

From the reviews

Great gym, with a reputable instructor, atmosphere is very welcoming to newcomers and they also put on great combat sport events! This is my home gym now and I recommend it to anyone looking for martial arts training, or just everyday health/fitness. 5 star!

★★★★★ — Chris, Oct 2018

Taking advantage of the complimentary boxing lesson. Rebecca and Desean are absolutely top-notch instructors personalized service with constructive criticism. Definitely a must.... Sign me up !!!

★★★★★ — Max, Aug 2025

After my instructor, Ajarn Rick Davis closed his school, I followed him to Atlantic MMA--the home of Fight for It & Co. I was hesitant at first, because I missed the old gym and the old people, but I can honestly say I love it here every bit as much!

★★★★★ — Carrie, Oct 2018

Its my second class i came to & i ain’t never felt like i belong but everyone is understandable & knowledgeable about trying to show me the ins & outs i definitely recommend anyone looking for a all around gym & to learn the basics of defense & offense of fighting stop by & check them out you won’t be DISAPPOINTED!!

★★★★★ — Kevin, Jan 2026

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New to kickboxing? Start at Fight for It & Co.

Fight for It & Co. 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.

See their beginner class info

Your first kickboxing class at Fight for It & Co.

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 Fight for It & Co.

1016 3rd Ave Dr NW, Hickory, NC28601

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