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The Kai Thai Academy of Martial Arts
5 ★★★★★ 30 Google reviews · BJJ gym in Wilson, 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
- Kids & youth classes kids and youth BJJ classes — built around discipline, focus, and confidence
- Women's classes dedicated women's BJJ classes — a welcoming space to train and start out in
- Competition team a competition team for members who want to test themselves at tournaments
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule ktamma.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone +1 252-373-3204
Hours
| Monday | 5:30–9 pm |
| Tuesday | 5:30–9 pm |
| Wednesday | 5:30–9 pm |
| Thursday | 5:30–9 pm |
| Friday | 5:30–9 pm |
| Saturday | 9–11 am |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“I took the kick boxing class but they offer grappling and even have special classes just for women and classes specifically for children.”
“Whether your goal is to get in shape, learn practical self-defense, or compete in Muay Thai or MMA, this is the place to be.”
“Whether your goal is to get in shape, learn practical self-defense, or compete in Muay Thai or MMA, this is the place to be.”
Other martial arts here
“The key aspect of this gym is getting in shape while learning basic to advance skills in Muay Thai.”
“The gym also has an excellent Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu program, making it a great place for anyone interested in MMA.”
“I did not have my own boxing gloves but they loaned me a pair for the first class and even so kindly wrapped my hands for me!”
“I took the kick boxing class but they offer grappling and even have special classes just for women and classes specifically for children.”
What members say
“I did not have my own boxing gloves but they loaned me a pair for the first class and even so kindly wrapped my hands for me!”
“Bishop welcomed my family to attend several free classes and we all was left feeling fulfilled.”
“Within 10 minutes of my first session I was sweating like crazy and struggling to keep up.”
“Whether your goal is to get in shape, learn practical self-defense, or compete in Muay Thai or MMA, this is the place to be.”
“A great place to get in shape, gain self confidence and feel safer in the world.”
From the reviews
This place is awesome! Very friendly staff and members. Within 10 minutes of my first session I was sweating like crazy and struggling to keep up. I did not have my own boxing gloves but they loaned me a pair for the first class and even so kindly wrapped my hands for me! They offer many forms of MMA.
I spoken with Kru Bishop (owner of Kai Thai) over the phone and to hear so much passion for the Art he possessed; I was excited about attending Kai Thai Academy. Mr. Bishop welcomed my family to attend several free classes and we all was left feeling fulfilled.
I don’t think ppl realize the world class training being available here. Highly impressed. Top notch trainers and facility!!!
This review is long overdue. I’ve been training here on and off since 2013, and I can confidently say that Kru Bishop is the real deal teaching authentic Muay Thai with a depth of knowledge and experience that’s hard to find.
Your first BJJ class at The Kai Thai Academy of Martial Arts
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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