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Greenville Academy of Martial Arts
4.8 ★★★★★ 52 Google reviews · Kickboxing gym in Greenville, 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
- 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 greenvilleacademy.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone +1 864-270-2468
Hours
| Monday | 3:45–8:30 pm |
| Tuesday | 3:45–8:45 pm |
| Wednesday | 3:45–8:45 pm |
| Thursday | 3:45–8:45 pm |
| Friday | 3–8 pm |
| Saturday | 9–11:45 am |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“My daughter has been attending GAMA for over a year and I just signed up to join her in the past month.”
“Very inviting environment as all students were welcoming, engaging and helpful for a first timer like myself.”
“My athlete and I came to Greenville to compete at USA-NKF Karate National Championship Tournament.”
“I signed up for their free introductory class (boxing) on a whim.”
“Had a private lesson with Sifu Jason and he’s very knowledgeable and knows what he’s talking about when it comes to JKD.”
Other martial arts here
“I signed up for their free introductory class (boxing) on a whim.”
“My athlete and I came to Greenville to compete at USA-NKF Karate National Championship Tournament.”
“Sifu Jason and Aaron not only teach practical self defense skills but also instill the importance of self integrity, honesty, hard work, and compassion toward others.”
What members say
“) Highly knowledgeable instructors with an emphasis on open discussions and comprehensive instruction.”
“But as soon as I walked in, literally every single person I interacted with was very relaxed, very nice, and VERY welcoming.”
“My daughter has thrived working with them and her self confidence has been amazing to witness.”
“Moreover, they are affordable for bigger families and don’t make you waste money buying uniforms, tons of gear and entering competitions.”
“The very moment that class started, I was being engaged with and brought up to speed - and literally all my fears disappeared.”
“From the time you walk into the door until after you leave you are not treated like a customer but like a member of the family.”
From the reviews
We were introduced to this school by a Groupon deal. After the first visit we were sold. Our two kiddos, 11 and 7, are studying a unique and practical martial art in jeet kun do. The kid's sifu was trained by a direct student of Bruce Lee. That means my kids are only two generations removed from Bruce Lee.
Hands down the best dojo town! I am elated to have my boys under the direction of such awesome and knowledgeable Sifus. They not only teach the physical skills needed to become martial artists, but the life skills to become great members of society.
We love being part of the Greenville Academy family and think you will too. Reasons for you to consider attending a class are as follows. 1.) Highly knowledgeable instructors with an emphasis on open discussions and comprehensive instruction. 2.) Witty banter and puns are available at any given moment. 3.
My athlete and I came to Greenville to compete at USA-NKF Karate National Championship Tournament. It was our first time in Greenville and we were hoping to find a dojo to train in to prepare for Nationals.
New to kickboxing? Start at Greenville Academy of Martial Arts
Greenville Academy of Martial Arts 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 Greenville Academy of 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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