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Metrolina Martial Arts
4.8 ★★★★★ 52 Google reviews · Kickboxing gym in Concord, 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
- 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 metrolinamartialarts.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone +1 704-266-3673
Hours
| Monday | 5–9 pm |
| Tuesday | 6–9 pm |
| Wednesday | 5–9 pm |
| Thursday | 5:30–9 pm |
| Friday | 5–7 pm |
| Saturday | 10 am–1 pm |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“My son has been going here for a little over three months now and we couldn’t be happier with the experience so far.”
“Each class is open to all skill levels and there are opportunities to compete, when you decide if that is something you want to do (not required).”
“Each class is open to all skill levels and there are opportunities to compete, when you decide if that is something you want to do (not required).”
“I had been interested in Muay Thai for years but never pulled the trigger and signed up until a few weeks ago, and I’m so glad I did!”
“I started there as a teenager—around 16 years old—and it was the perfect time to begin.”
Other martial arts here
“I had been interested in Muay Thai for years but never pulled the trigger and signed up until a few weeks ago, and I’m so glad I did!”
“Metrolina Martial Arts (MMA) is a wonderful place to get a great workout, while learning a new skill.”
“Took advantage of their Muay Thai and BJJ classes for a few months before moving out of state and I'm so sad to leave this dojo.”
What members say
“All of the very knowledgeable instructors have created an open and friendly atmosphere - doling out positive remarks or constructive criticisms, as needed.”
“I felt very comfortable as a complete beginner, with classes breaking down each technique and building on themselves at a good pace.”
“Metrolina Martial Arts (MMA) is a wonderful place to get a great workout, while learning a new skill.”
“Metrolina Martial Arts (MMA) is a wonderful place to get a great workout, while learning a new skill.”
“You may try out for any class for free and don't worry about bringing equipment because they have various items available to borrow, which are cleaned after use.”
“I recently signed up for Muay Thai and from day one the moment I walked in the door it was a wonderful experience.”
From the reviews
I would definitely recommend Metrolina Martial Arts! They offer a week free trial to let you try out all the classes. The instructors teach people of all experience levels from beginner to advanced. They are very knowledgeable about their disciplines that they teach.
Metrolina Martial Arts (MMA) is a wonderful place to get a great workout, while learning a new skill. All of the very knowledgeable instructors have created an open and friendly atmosphere - doling out positive remarks or constructive criticisms, as needed.
I've been coming here for a little over a month now for Muay Thai classes with no prior experience in martial arts and the days I come in for class are without fail the best days of my week. All of the people, instructors and students alike are super nice and approchable and willing to help out the newbie.
Coach Ed and his staff are amazing and genuine people. His wife Ashley does all sorts of goodies for the kids. When we moved here from NY during pandemic they became friends quickly. They have helped my family out in more ways then just teaching them ju jitsu and Muay Thai.
New to kickboxing? Start at Metrolina Martial Arts
Metrolina 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 Metrolina 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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