Real Fighters

At Real Fighters Gym, we believe that kickboxing is for everyone, regardless of fitness level or prior experience. Our mission is to provide a welcoming and supportive environment where individuals can come to improve their physical fitness, build confidence, and develop a sense of community.

Our Story

Real Fighters Gym is the culmination of 30 years of hard work, training, fighting, and learning from and among many of the best fighters in the world. Our story began in 1996 when Head Coach Eric Haycraft opened his first gym in Louisville, Kentucky. Over the years, our gym has grown and evolved, but our commitment to providing high-quality training programs and a supportive community has remained unwavering.

Our Programs

At Real Fighters Gym, we offer a variety of training programs designed to meet the needs of individuals with diverse fitness goals and experience levels. Our programs include:

• Fitness Kickboxing: A high-intensity interval training program that combines kickboxing techniques with bodyweight exercises and abdominal training.
• Dutch Kickboxing & Muay Thai: Contact sports programs that focus on developing technique, speed, and agility.

Meet Our Coaches

Our coaches, Eric and Lindsay Haycraft, are highly experienced fighters, coaches, and trainers who have dedicated their lives to the sport of kickboxing and Muay Thai. With a combined 30 years of experience, they bring a wealth of knowledge and expertise to our training programs.

Testimonials

Don't just take our word for it! Here's what some of our members have to say about their experience at Real Fighters Gym:

• "Great gym family! Judgement free even for newbies. I was so nervous my first class but Lindsay and Eric always made me feel welcomed and worked with me to learn. 9 months later, still learning every day." - Morgan M.
• "The best instruction and from day one, you feel like you've been friends with everyone for years. The schedule is great and the gym is always clean. Don't be afraid to stop in and ask questions. They're very down to earth here." - Jason F.
• "This is the best gym/martial arts studio is the best ever! Great and extremely good people, I wouldn't hesitate to recommend this place to anyone." - Shawn W.
• "Absolutely the best workout ever, period. Coaches are experienced & trained fighters so they know what they are doing and the proper form it takes to do it. Love it!" - Jennifer M.