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Scorpion Fighting System
4.9 ★★★★★ 112 Google reviews · Kickboxing gym in Brighton, Michigan
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 instituteofathletics.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone +1 810-522-6030
Hours
| Monday | 9 am–8:30 pm |
| Tuesday | 12–8:30 pm |
| Wednesday | 9 am–8:30 pm |
| Thursday | 12–9 pm |
| Friday | 12–7 pm |
| Saturday | 9 am–1 pm |
| Sunday | 9–11 am |
The classes they run
“My kids have been involved in several different sports and have played for top-level clubs, but I have never seen the quality of coaching we've experienced at SFS.”
“We also love the atmosphere - it's like one big family where everyone, from the professional fighters to the beginners, supports each other in reaching and exceeding their goals.”
“I came to SFS wanting to get back in shape and learn to compete.”
“Would recommend over any other boxing or fighting gyms around.”
Other martial arts here
“Would recommend over any other boxing or fighting gyms around.”
“Whether you are looking for exercise or are exploring MMA or other similar sports as a beginner or pro, this gym is the place to do.”
“His teaching style keeps the ENTIRE SESSION interesting and fun, while being highly technical, which for me, is the most important thing when doing a Jiujitsu class after work.”
“I would recommend this gym to everyone, young, old, looking to fight, focused on get a base in self defense or simply anyone who wants to be apart of an incredible team.”
What members say
“Plus great trainers for all types of experience - highly recommend training with Danny or James.”
“We also love the atmosphere - it's like one big family where everyone, from the professional fighters to the beginners, supports each other in reaching and exceeding their goals.”
“It's a great atmosphere to learn, as everyone is always extremely friendly and the coaching staff are knowledgeable and very high energy.”
“Jim and his staff of coaches are friendly, great with kids and are fun to be around.”
“Whether you are a beginner or training for competitions, you will learn something new everyday.”
“A great place to improve physical fitness, learn self defense, build confidence and reach goals.”
From the reviews
I’m a Marine stationed out in San Diego, California. Most will say it is the “Mecca” of mixed martial arts in the United States. I’ve been doing Jiu Jitsu and Kickboxing for going on two years now.
By far the best place to be. Whether you are just looking to get in shape and have fun or you are looking to become a professional fighter you are in the right spot. Amazing facility, great instructors, and a friendly environment. James also does an amazing job with the kids programs
By far the best martial arts gym in Michigan! James David Gray and his coaching staff are all amazing, passionate people that make it feel more like a family, than a gym! Both myself and my son have trained here over the years and i highly recommend any of their classes, beginner to advanced!
I have been a member of Scorpion Fighting System for 5 years now. This place has the best atmosphere I’ve ever experienced in a mixed martial arts gym. The coaches are great, the jiu jitsu is phenomenal, and the team is very inviting.
New to kickboxing? Start at Scorpion Fighting System
Scorpion Fighting System 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 Scorpion Fighting System
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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