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Fight for It & Co.
5 ★★★★★ 100 Google reviews · BJJ gym in Hickory, North Carolina
Gym focusing on combat sports such as Muay Thai kickboxing, Brazilian jiu-jitsu, and boxing, plus MMA.
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 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
- Private lessons private, one-on-one coaching available — a focused way to start or to work around a busy schedule; ask about availability and rates
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule atlanticmma.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone (828) 855-9151
Hours
| Monday | 5–8:30 PM |
| Tuesday | 5:30–8:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 5–8 PM |
| Thursday | 5:30–8:30 PM |
| Friday | 6–7 PM |
| Saturday | Open 24 hours |
| Sunday | Open 24 hours |
The classes they run
“I feel welcomed every time I walk through the door and both my kids and I take pride in being a part of this gym.”
“After only having one private session so far, this seems to be a great facility.”
“If you want to learn self-defense or just get in the best shape of your life--this is the place!”
“The instructor is excellent with people coming for the first time, and knows exactly how to teach those who have no experience.”
Other martial arts here
“I would highly recommend him to anyone wanting to get into Muay Thai.”
“After my instructor, Ajarn Rick Davis closed his school, I followed him to Atlantic MMA--the home of Fight for It & Co.”
“organizes amazing events that include boxing, Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, and MMA.”
“Great kickboxing class, instructor Roger was very patient and explained the movements well.”
What members say
“Great gym, with a reputable instructor, atmosphere is very welcoming to newcomers and they also put on great combat sport events!”
“A true gym should feel like family, and while there are many amazing fighters being trained here, you don't have to be a fighter to feel welcome.”
“Great ppl great price and great instructors”
From the reviews
Great gym, with a reputable instructor, atmosphere is very welcoming to newcomers and they also put on great combat sport events! This is my home gym now and I recommend it to anyone looking for martial arts training, or just everyday health/fitness. 5 star!
Taking advantage of the complimentary boxing lesson. Rebecca and Desean are absolutely top-notch instructors personalized service with constructive criticism. Definitely a must.... Sign me up !!!
After my instructor, Ajarn Rick Davis closed his school, I followed him to Atlantic MMA--the home of Fight for It & Co. I was hesitant at first, because I missed the old gym and the old people, but I can honestly say I love it here every bit as much!
Its my second class i came to & i ain’t never felt like i belong but everyone is understandable & knowledgeable about trying to show me the ins & outs i definitely recommend anyone looking for a all around gym & to learn the basics of defense & offense of fighting stop by & check them out you won’t be DISAPPOINTED!!
New to BJJ? Start at Fight for It & Co.
Fight for It & Co. comes up as a beginner-friendly gym, going by their listing and members’ reviews. 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 Fight for It & Co.
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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