Were you searching for Muay Thai kickboxing classes in Athens, GA? If so, you came to the right place. Though not for the reasons you think. Head Coaches Adam and Rory Singer are fans of Muay Thai kickboxing and trained quite extensively in it over the years. Even though Muay Thai provides for a great set of self-defense tools and fitness benefits, we don’t have standalone Muay Thai classes at SBG Athens. Please continue to read in order to learn more about why we think you would be far better off taking MMA (which has aspects of Muay Thai striking) classes in Athens, GA.
Muay Thai boxing is great for striking and clinch work. It’s for those reasons that we incorporate Muay Thai techniques into our Mixed Martial Arts classes for those looking for self defense classes in Athens, GA along with those looking to venture into amateur/professional fighting. Our MMA classes utilize techniques from Brazilian Jiu Jitsu (BJJ), Muay Thai, Kickboxing, Western Boxing, and Wrestling to provide you with the most complete self defense/fighting program in Athens, GA.
The aforementioned arts are fantastic when kept in their silos. For example, Muay Thai doesn’t address ground fighting; Boxing doesn’t address kicks, knees, or elbows; and wrestling doesn’t address submissions. MMA considers all the places (we often call these different places: ranges) one may find themselves in a fight. MMA provides answers for all the “What If” style questions posed by those aspects lacking in other arts.
One needs to determine their true motivation for wanting to train specifically and solely in Muay Thai kick boxing. If your purpose is to compete in Muay Thai, then you would be better off locating a Muay Thai gym in Athens, GA. If you are interested in the full breadth of self defense and fitness that can be found learning how to fight standup, in the clinch, and on the ground; then Mixed Martial Arts in Athens, GA at SBG Athens is the only thing you need. We look forward to meeting you when you schedule your free tour and consultation with one of our amazing coaches. See you soon!
