MMA Classes · Burlington, Elon & Gibsonville, NC
MMA Classes Near Burlington, NC
MMA (mixed martial arts) mixes punching, kicking, wrestling and ground fighting into one sport. Learn it in a real cage, coached by a pro MMA fighter, about 15 minutes from downtown Burlington. Beginners welcome.
First class free · No contract · 106 E Railroad Avenue, Unit H, Gibsonville, NC
★★★★★ Rated 5.0 on Google
What Members Say
“As we worked through punch and kick combinations, he constantly explained the logic behind every move.”
“Everyone here, is here to get better, nobody judges, nobody thinks anybody better than anybody.”
“They are genuinely family-oriented and do an amazing job accommodating every single skill level.”
A Real MMA Gym, Not a Fitness Class
Plenty of gyms around Burlington offer a kickboxing workout. The Sweat Lab is a fight gym. We have a professional MMA cage, a full-size boxing ring and a matted floor for wrestling and ground work. Your MMA coach is Coach Mike, a pro MMA fighter who owns the gym.
MMA class runs Monday and Wednesday at 7:15 PM. Each class picks a few skills and teaches them step by step: how to stand and punch, how to stop a takedown (when someone grabs your legs and tries to put you on the mat), and how to get back up if you end up on the ground.
You never have to fight. Sparring (practice fighting with a partner) happens in a separate Friday session, and only when your coach says you are ready. Most people train for the fitness, the confidence and the skill.
Want the full picture, including gear and how a class runs? Read the MMA page.
Getting Here From Burlington
We are at 106 E Railroad Avenue, Unit H, in downtown Gibsonville, on the Alamance–Guilford county line. From downtown Burlington it is about a 15-minute drive. Free parking at the building.
Address
The Sweat Lab MMA and Fitness
106 E Railroad Avenue, Unit H
Gibsonville, NC 27249
336-221-4257
Hours
Monday–Friday: 5:00–9:00 PM
Saturday: 3:00–5:00 PM
Sunday: Closed
Also serving
Burlington, Elon, Whitsett, Graham, Mebane and Haw River, on the Alamance–Guilford county line.
MMA and Grappling Schedule
Grappling means wrestling and holds on the mat, with no punches or kicks.
| Class | Days | Time |
|---|---|---|
| MMA (start here) | Monday & Wednesday | 7:15–8:15 PM |
| No-Gi Jiu-Jitsu (grappling, no uniform needed) | Wednesday & Friday | 6:45–7:45 PM |
| MMA Sparring (optional, coach approval only) | Friday | 7:30–8:30 PM |
Times come from our live schedule. Check the Class Schedule before your first visit.
What It Costs
Your first class is free, with no card needed. After that, All Access is $150 a month for every adult class: MMA, boxing, Muay Thai and jiu-jitsu. There is a one-time $40 signup fee and no contract. See full pricing →
Questions From Burlington
I have never trained. Can I still do MMA?
Yes. Most of our members walked in with no experience. Coaches start you with the basics and match you with partners at your level.
Will I get hit in my first class?
No. Regular classes are technique, drills and conditioning. Hard contact only happens in the optional Friday sparring session, and only after your coach says you are ready.
Is it worth the drive from Burlington?
It is about 15 minutes. Class starts at 7:15 PM, so most people come straight from work. The cage, the ring and the coaching are why people make the drive.
What should I bring to my first class?
Athletic clothes with no zippers or pockets, water, and a mouthguard if you have one. Gloves and shin guards come later, and a coach will tell you what to buy.
Your First MMA Class Is Free
Your free class is MMA, Monday or Wednesday at 7:15 PM. Put in your name, email and phone below, then pick your night. You get a confirmation email right away and a reminder the day before, and you sign our waiver online so you can walk straight onto the mat. No card, no contract.
The Sweat Lab MMA and Fitness · 106 E Railroad Avenue, Unit H, Gibsonville, NC 27249 · 336-221-4257