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GYM O
5 ★★★★★ 115 Google reviews · Kickboxing gym in Belmont, North Carolina
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
- 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 gym-o.com — book classes and see the live schedule
Hours
| Monday | 9 AM–8 PM |
| Tuesday | 9 AM–8 PM |
| Wednesday | 9 AM–8 PM |
| Thursday | 9 AM–8 PM |
| Friday | 9 AM–5 PM |
| Saturday | 10 AM–2 PM |
| Sunday | 11 AM–2 PM |
The classes they run
“The youth program at Gym-O is fantastic, providing a supportive and fun environment for young athletes to thrive.”
“He instilled a great training culture in there for everyone from hobbyist/beginner to amateur/professional fighter.”
“Whether you're just starting out or training to compete, the atmosphere is welcoming as well as pushes you to be your best.”
“They offer top-notch training in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, Muay Thai, wrestling, and striking, and the facility is always clean and well-equipped.”
“Great place to sharpen up specific skills like wrestling, boxing, kickboxing, BJJ, Muy Thai as well as piecing it together for MMA.”
“Great strength and conditioning weightlifting area.”
Other martial arts here
“They offer top-notch training in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, Muay Thai, wrestling, and striking, and the facility is always clean and well-equipped.”
“Great place to sharpen up specific skills like wrestling, boxing, kickboxing, BJJ, Muy Thai as well as piecing it together for MMA.”
“Full-size MMA cage, full size boxing ring, huge mat area with Fuji mats (top quality), kids classes and sauna.”
“They offer top-notch training in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, Muay Thai, wrestling, and striking, and the facility is always clean and well-equipped.”
What members say
“Whether you're just starting out or training to compete, the atmosphere is welcoming as well as pushes you to be your best.”
“If you're looking for a gym that will challenge you, help you grow, and get you in great shape, Gym-O is the place to be.”
“The coaches at Gym-O have taught my children discipline, focus, and most of all self-confidence.”
“Great environment, nice facility and such amazing people running it, you feel welcomed and comfortable no matter what level you are, and learn so much in each class!”
“From the moment I walked in, Jeff, the owner, welcomed me like family.”
“The coaches at Gym-O have taught my children discipline, focus, and most of all self-confidence.”
From the reviews
Started coming here for the youth program and ended up with the whole family training here. It’s really hard to find a kid friendly gym. Not only will you find that here but everyone from the coaches to the fighters have an invested interest in the youth program.
I stumbled upon this gym tired of settling for subpar experiences elsewhere. From the moment I walked in, Jeff, the owner, welcomed me like family. My passion for combat sports has been a lifelong journey, and here, it found a place to flourish.
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ I’ve been a member of Gym-O for almost two years, and I can confidently say it’s one of the best decisions I’ve ever made. The instruction here is truly top-notch—every coach is knowledgeable, passionate, and dedicated to helping you improve, no matter your skill level.
My kids started training at Gym-O at an early age. Training has provided them with many life skills as we have navigated through different stages in their lives. The coaches at Gym-O have taught my children discipline, focus, and most of all self-confidence. The confidence they have acquired is invaluable.
New to kickboxing? Start at GYM O
GYM O 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 GYM O
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. 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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