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Carolina Combat Sports and Fitness
5 ★★★★★ 55 Google reviews · BJJ gym in Indian Trail, North Carolina
Learning and training facility where students can take classes in kickboxing or jujitsu, and work with coaches and trainers to develop self-defense skills.
Plan your first class
- Beginner-friendly all levels welcome, including total beginners — you don't need to be fit or have any experience to start
- Kids & youth classes kids and youth BJJ classes — built around discipline, focus, and confidence
- Competition team a competition team for members who want to test themselves at tournaments
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule carolinacombatsports.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone +1 704-321-8634
Hours
| Monday | 11:30 am–1:30 pm, 5–9 pm |
| Tuesday | 6–7:30 am, 5–9 pm |
| Wednesday | 11:30 am–1:30 pm, 5–9 pm |
| Thursday | 6–7:30 am, 5–9 pm |
| Friday | 11:30 am–1:30 pm, 5:30–7:30 pm |
| Saturday | 9 am–1 pm |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“I go to the boot camp class once or twice per week usually coached by Shameek Harvey while my son is in the kids class coached by the local legend Bryan Battle.”
“I actually just signed my teenager up and i might not be far behind.”
“The training team will help you reach your goals whether it's just to lose weight or to compete at the highest level.”
“Whether you're looking to learn self defense or interested in fighting MMA, you'll find everything you need here.”
“There is a variety of equipment to train with and excellent training partners of all skill levels.”
Other martial arts here
“Whether you're looking to learn self defense or interested in fighting MMA, you'll find everything you need here.”
“My (8 year old) son started kickboxing in late December.”
What members say
“If you're looking for a great training environment, great training partners and world class instruction then look no further than Carolina Combat Sports.”
“Tom and the rest of the team are always willing to help no matter the question and are very friendly.”
“The training team will help you reach your goals whether it's just to lose weight or to compete at the highest level.”
“The most important thing is that they have excellent hygiene in the different spaces, I recommend it.”
“Incredible place to learn MMA and become a more disciplined and focused man.”
From the reviews
Carolina Combat Sports and Fitness is the top martial arts facility in the area. All coaches are not only extremely knowledgeable, but kind and motivating. When you come here, you truly feel like everyone around you wants to see you get better, if you work hard, they will work twice as hard to make sure you get to…
I cannot say enough good things about Carolina combat. My (8 year old) son started kickboxing in late December. His couch Bryan is incredible. The encouragement, the love for the sport and the never ending drive for them to all be their best is nothing short of admirable.
If you're looking for a great training environment, great training partners and world class instruction then look no further than Carolina Combat Sports. Coach Tom is one of the best in the area and a wealth of knowledge.
Great gym with great people. Whether you’re a beginner, or an aspiring combat sports competitor, this gym has everything. Tom and the rest of the team are always willing to help no matter the question and are very friendly. Couldn’t recommend CCS enough.
New to BJJ? Start at Carolina Combat Sports and Fitness
Carolina Combat Sports and Fitness comes up as a beginner-friendly gym — noted on their own site. If you've never rolled or set foot on a mat, that's exactly who a good beginners program is for. A few things worth knowing before your first week. First, you don't need to be fit or flexible to start — you get in shape by training, not before it, and coaches scale the intensity to you. Second, you won't be thrown into hard rolling — reputable gyms build fundamentals (positions, escapes, and basic submissions) for weeks, live rolling eases in gradually, and tapping early keeps every roll safe. Third, all 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, and leave your ego at the door. Most gyms are happy to let you watch or try a class first, so reach out before you commit.
Your first BJJ class at Carolina Combat Sports and Fitness
Nervous about walking into a BJJ 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 basic positions and escapes with a partner — not hard sparring. Rest whenever you need to; no one will bat an eye. What to wear: athletic wear you can move in (or a gi if you have one); you'll train barefoot on the mats. What to bring: water and a mouthguard if you have one — many gyms lend a loaner gi for a first class, so it's worth asking when you call. As you keep training you'll add your own gi (or a rashguard and shorts for no-gi) and a mouthguard. Live rolling eases in gradually, once your fundamentals 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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