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Guerilla MMA
5 ★★★★★ 18 Google reviews · Kickboxing gym in Albemarle, North 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
- Kids & teen classes kids and teen kickboxing classes — built around confidence, focus, and fun
- Women's classes dedicated women's kickboxing classes — a welcoming space to start out and train
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule guerillamma.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone +1 704-322-2325
Hours
| Monday | 4–9 pm |
| Tuesday | 4–9 pm |
| Wednesday | 4–9 pm |
| Thursday | 4–9 pm |
| Friday | 4–8 pm |
| Saturday | 10 am–1 pm |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“The instructors here are incredibly knowledgeable and supportive, creating a positive environment that encourages growth and skill development for kids.”
“I absolutely LOVE the Monday night all-women's kickboxing class at Guerilla MMA!”
“Whether you're a beginner or have experience in BJJ or MMA, the classes are structured to challenge and motivate the kids while ensuring safety and technique.”
“I just left my first Conditioning class with instructor Lenny Mingle this morning!”
Other martial arts here
“I would like to take this opportunity to sincerely appreciate and highly recommend Guerrilla MMA for their outstanding program focused on techniques and self-defense.”
“I’ve found amazing coaches that truly care about you moving forward and becoming the best version of yourself, Truly recommend this location for mma, jiujitsu, etc!”
“I would like to take this opportunity to sincerely appreciate and highly recommend Guerrilla MMA for their outstanding program focused on techniques and self-defense.”
What members say
“I’ve found amazing coaches that truly care about you moving forward and becoming the best version of yourself, Truly recommend this location for mma, jiujitsu, etc!”
“Whether you're a beginner or have experience in BJJ or MMA, the classes are structured to challenge and motivate the kids while ensuring safety and technique.”
“Their huge kids program is phenomenal, providing a fun, safe, and supportive environment for kids to learn and grow.”
“Hailey is an incredible instructor who creates such an empowering and supportive atmosphere.”
“The instructors here are incredibly knowledgeable and supportive, creating a positive environment that encourages growth and skill development for kids.”
From the reviews
I absolutely LOVE the Monday night all-women's kickboxing class at Guerilla MMA! Hailey is an incredible instructor who creates such an empowering and supportive atmosphere. She tailors the class to each individual’s fitness level, so whether you’re a total beginner or more experienced, you’ll feel right at home.
Guerilla MMA in Albemarle, North Carolina, is an outstanding martial arts club! Their huge kids program is phenomenal, providing a fun, safe, and supportive environment for kids to learn and grow.
I would like to take this opportunity to sincerely appreciate and highly recommend Guerrilla MMA for their outstanding program focused on techniques and self-defense. The instructors are truly dedicated, ensuring that each individual receives focused attention even in large group settings.
I just left my first Conditioning class with instructor Lenny Mingle this morning! I have to say I am highly impressed! I came in with some preconceived notions of how the class was going to go, and little nervous. But I left energized, and feeling really good physically and mentally. I am just really blown away!
New to kickboxing? Start at Guerilla MMA
Guerilla 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 Guerilla 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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