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Institute of Human Combat
4.6 ★★★★★ 95 Google reviews · Kickboxing gym in Greensboro, 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
- Sparring sparring and partner work for members who want it — always optional, eased in gradually, with the coach controlling the contact
- 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 instituteofhumancombat.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone (336) 567-1099
Hours
| Monday | 9:30 AM–9 PM |
| Tuesday | 11 AM–9 PM |
| Wednesday | 9:30 AM–9 PM |
| Thursday | 11 AM–9 PM |
| Friday | 10:30 AM–8 PM |
| Saturday | 9 AM–1 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“As a woman in MMA, Jiu-Jitsu, and Muay Thai, feeling comfortable and respected in the gym is really important and this place absolutely delivers that.”
“This was my first time ever joining a martial arts gym, and even though I’ve only been here for about two months, I’ve already learned a lot.”
“If your goal is to compete and become a world-class fighter, this is where you want to be.”
“As a woman in MMA, Jiu-Jitsu, and Muay Thai, feeling comfortable and respected in the gym is really important and this place absolutely delivers that.”
Other martial arts here
“As a woman in MMA, Jiu-Jitsu, and Muay Thai, feeling comfortable and respected in the gym is really important and this place absolutely delivers that.”
“As a woman in MMA, Jiu-Jitsu, and Muay Thai, feeling comfortable and respected in the gym is really important and this place absolutely delivers that.”
“As a woman in MMA, Jiu-Jitsu, and Muay Thai, feeling comfortable and respected in the gym is really important and this place absolutely delivers that.”
“I originally joined this gym just looking for something to do outside the house and to learn some self-defense, but it quickly turned into something so much more.”
What members say
“Our Coach is not only incredibly knowledgeable but also funny, respectful, and genuinely considerate of everyone in the room.”
“This was my first time ever joining a martial arts gym, and even though I’ve only been here for about two months, I’ve already learned a lot.”
“If your goal is to compete and become a world-class fighter, this is where you want to be.”
“As a woman in MMA, Jiu-Jitsu, and Muay Thai, feeling comfortable and respected in the gym is really important and this place absolutely delivers that.”
From the reviews
I originally joined this gym just looking for something to do outside the house and to learn some self-defense, but it quickly turned into something so much more. Training here has become one of the highlights of my week.
I’ve had a great experience training at this MMA gym and wanted to share my honest perspective. The environment here is respectful, professional, and focused on helping people improve safely. Coach Graeme Prue is one of the most genuine coaches I’ve met.
This is an incredible gym to train for all levels. Class is well-sized, structured, and fun. Coach is a caring person who shares not just his vast knowledge of martial arts but valuable life lessons. The students here are humble and always willing to help each other grow.
I have been training martial arts for at least 25 years. I am a professional combatant that competes in many different disciplines. I have traveled the world competing and also visited many training facilities all over the world as well.
New to kickboxing? Start at Institute of Human Combat
Institute of Human Combat 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.
Your first kickboxing class at Institute of Human Combat
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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