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Kickboxing Classes in North Carolina

188 kickboxing gyms across 63 cities in North Carolina — including 108 with a free trial, 137 beginner-friendly, and 150 with kids' classes. Pick a city for full listings with member reviews, live open-now hours, and the classes each gym runs — or browse the map.

From high-energy cardio kickboxing to muay thai and competitive kickboxing, North Carolina has a gym for every reason people train: a fun workout and weight loss, stress relief, self-defense, confidence, kids' and women's classes, or the competition team. You don't need to be fit or experienced to walk in — all fitness levels are welcome, and your first class is where everyone starts.

Cities in North Carolina

Featured kickboxing gyms in North Carolina

Ranked by what members say — Google rating weighted by review count. See the full best-of-North Carolina ranking →

Triangle Self-Defense & Tactical Training

5 ★★★★★ 565 reviews

3742-A3 Durham-Chapel Hill Blvd, Durham, NC

🥊 Free trial / intro class — check their site

Kickboxing gym Free trial Beginners welcome Kids & teens Cardio kickboxing Private lessons expert, motivating coachingwelcoming to beginners

Pendergrass Academy of Martial Arts

5 ★★★★★ 365 reviews

2921 Wakefield Crossing Dr #100, Raleigh, NC

Kickboxing gym Beginners welcome Kids & teens Cardio kickboxing expert, motivating coachingwelcoming to beginnersstrong kids program

Octagon MMA & Krav Maga

5 ★★★★★ 364 reviews

5715-B W Market St, Greensboro, NC

Kickboxing gym Beginners welcome Kids & teens Cardio kickboxing Women's classes Private lessons Competition team expert, motivating coachingwelcoming to beginnersfun, high-energy classes

Rogue Combat Club 10th Planet Jiu Jitsu Asheville

4.9 ★★★★★ 271 reviews

1085 Tunnel Rd #206, Asheville, NC

🥊 Free trial / intro class — check their site

Kickboxing gym Free trial Beginners welcome Kids & teens Competition team expert, motivating coachingwelcoming to beginnersclean, well-equipped gym

Tiger Rock Martial Arts of High Point

4.9 ★★★★★ 218 reviews

3755 Admiral Dr, High Point, NC

Kickboxing gym Kids & teens Cardio kickboxing welcoming to beginnersfun, high-energy classesstrong kids program

Union Martial Arts

5 ★★★★★ 204 reviews

1501-B Waxhaw Indian Trail Rd, Indian Trail, NC

Kickboxing gym Beginners welcome Kids & teens Cardio kickboxing expert, motivating coachingwelcoming to beginnerskiller cardio workout

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Kickboxing programs in North Carolina

Find the class that fits — whether you're after a cardio workout, bringing the kids, or chasing your first competition.

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Kickboxing in North Carolina: common questions

How many kickboxing gyms are in North Carolina?
Our directory lists 188 kickboxing gyms across 63 cities in North Carolina. The cities with the most are Charlotte (20), Raleigh (13), Durham (9).
How much do kickboxing classes cost a month in North Carolina?
Among North Carolina gyms that publish a rate, monthly memberships run about $75–$99 (median around $89). Prices vary by gym and how often you train, and many don't post online — so check the gym's own schedule. Our cost guide breaks down what to expect.
Are free trial classes available in North Carolina?
Yes — 108 gyms in North Carolina advertise a free trial, free first class, or intro week. It's the low-pressure way to try a class before you commit; confirm the current offer on the gym's site.
Can beginners and kids do kickboxing in North Carolina?
Absolutely — kickboxing welcomes all fitness levels. 137 North Carolina gyms are highlighted by members as beginner-friendly, and 150 run kids' or teen programs. You don't need to be fit or have any experience to start, and no reputable gym pushes newcomers into hard sparring before they're ready.
Do I need to be in shape or spar to start kickboxing?
No. You can start with zero fitness base and no experience — the training itself gets you in shape, whether you're after a cardio workout or the real craft. Sparring is optional, builds up gradually, and a good gym never throws beginners into it; the coach controls the contact and keeps it safe. Beginners classes drill the basics on pads and bags so you build skill at your own pace.

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