MMA, KICKBOXING, JIU JITSU & SELF-DEFENSE FOR THE WHOLE FAMILY!
Be the Best...Train with the BEST!!
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One of the best training environments I've ever been in. After having been a member for a few months, I would like to add that this gym has the most amazing instructors. They encourage learning technique over exhausting you to death. But, don't let that fool you, you will work your butt off! In fact, I was injured and they still managed to get me involved in the training, safely. I highly highly highly recommend AFS Academy to anyone interested in learning true martial arts.
CJ Brewer
May 22, 2015Enjoy this place and the people involved a lot! And they never make you feel discouraged. Everyone pushes each other in a great way. Really wish I could take AFS academy with me around the world.
Breanna Starr Johnson
April 5, 2016 -
Welcoming environment, no egos, lots of smiles, everyone eager to work together. I cannot day enough good about AFS and are looking forward to continuing my training there when I can!
Ian Lawler
October 7, 2018Visited a few days from out of town, great group of people, quality training, can’t thank them enough!
Nick Simonelli-Green
July 7, 2018 -
My daughter has already learned a ton! Adam has an amazing youth class. Fun yet structured, discipline and respect are emphasized. The kids are engaged and all really love it!
Charlotte Quillen
January 17, 2016A wonderful experience. Before coming here I had never had any experience with martial arts, but the staff at AFS were very welcoming and made my time here beyond amazing. They are incredibly talented at what they are teaching, and I would recommend AFS to anyone seeking to either try something new or improve.
Robin Hauschner
September 8, 2015 -
Very inspiring, I love how the kids also have something to work towards.
Saylina Jackson Anderson
March 15, 2018Great guys and gals at the gym - some beasts at the 150 lb weight, beware! Thanks for letting me train with you all. Shout out from Singapore !
Derrick Fonsah
June 14, 2014 -
I've trained at many different gyms, in Kentucky and Massachusetts, and none match what AFS brings to the table. Everyone is very respectful, humble, and have very much of a team mindset where they are willing to help everyone get better. The coach, Scott Elliot, is a great man and very skilled, and that skill shows through the entire team there at AFS. I could go on and on about this place, but if you are looking for a place to train, I definitely recommend AFS.
James Willison
August 3, 2016Good teachers! Our son loves it there! Thanks guys!
Derrick Michael Hagen
December 12, 2015 -
I was only able to visit Richmond for one day, but training at this gym almost made me want to move to Kentucky! The folks at this gym are some of the friendliest you'll meet, with badass fighting skills to boot. Scott is a great instructor, and I learned a lot from everyone when I was there. If I lived in Kentucky, this is where I'd train. Looking forward to coming back someday!
Trevor Torres
May 15, 2017Highly recommend AFS is a friendly environment with some of the best instruction around. Coming from someone who enjoys traveling and training, each time I visit AFS it’s a great experience. Working with these guys and gals you are sure to improve in anything they have to offer. Clean facility and quality instruction.
Cory Daniel Mayes
November 17, 2013 -
I visited AFS while on vacation with my family. . The folks at AFS welcomed me without hesitation. The group practiced good technical jiu-jitsu. . What a great place to get your roll on. . Thanks to all that brought the sweat at AFS. . DAVID
David Woods
July 4, 2015Awesome gym, great people, and badass instructors!
William Vincent
June 21, 2016 -
I have found few people with so much knowledge and wellness to share and truly an amazing teacher. Thank you for your time and looking forward to meeting you again.
Gary Spears
June 26, 2016
Great instructors to train with. 
Lawana Wilson
November 22, 2018 -
Studied Muay Thai here on and off for three years. Moved to Lexington and tried out multiple gyms looking for training of similar quality. Don't waste your time looking elsewhere like I did. There isn't another gym to be found that can combine the decades of experience Sifu Scott has with combat sports. But he isn't just skilled himself at what he teaches, he is also an adaptive and exceptional teacher. You'll see this when taking classes taught by his former students that have been recognized by the Thai boxing association and turned instructors themselves. The prices for training at this gym are spot on for the area but in my opinion they are an absolute steal compared to what you get out of the experience at AFS.
Mick Miller
December 27, 2015 I came down for the week and trained here. Everyone was very polite & welcoming! I had a wonderful experience, the guys & gals here are really good at what they do & gave me a great challenge! Will definitely come here again when I’m in town! 
Pawl Massky
October 4, 2018 -
I trained here years ago as a student in college. I learned as much about a good way to live life as I did about martial arts. The training is the best I've ever seen, and haven't found a place of similar quality all over the country. The youth programs are top shelf, teaching our kids how to be upstanding and confident adults with characteristics like integrity, confidence, and respect. I would recommend this place to anyone who is looking to take martial arts seriously, self defense, or just wanting to get healthy.
Bobby Ahlers
May 6, 2016Great people and awesome training! Recommending it to all my friends
Zack Francisco
February 6, 2015
PROGRAMS FOR EVERYONE!
Whether your plan is to compete, lose weight, meet new like-minded people or increase your day-to-day life, we will help you get there faster than you ever thought possible while having fun doing it! The benefits of Martial Arts classes are endless. From confidence and self-esteem to discipline and empowerment, whether you're enjoying our Kids Martial Arts classes or our Adult programs, you'll start seeing improvement in mind, body and spirit in only a few short classes. Contact us today to try our special offers on MMA, Fitness Kickboxing and Kids Martial Arts classes!
FITNESS KICKBOXING
Quickly lose 5 pounds, 10 pounds or MORE! AFS Academy's Fitness Kickboxing will give you high intensity cardio, strength building body weight exercises and kickboxing techniques to ensure you get the best work out of your life! Our Kickboxing program is like no other. Our curriculum begins with the beginner in mind.
10th Planet Jiu Jitsu
10th Planet Jiu Jitsu is one of the most popular and fastest growing systems of jiu jitsu in the world. Developed by Eddie Bravo, a Brazilian Jiu Jitsu 3rd degree black belt under legendary Jean Jacques Machado, 10th Planet Jiu Jitsu specializing in the the no-go aspect of jiu jitsu rather than rely on clothing grips that usually ends up in a stalled out game of tug of war.
Youth Martial Arts
Our Kids Martial Arts classes are designed to impart valuable life skills to our students from self-defense to stranger danger, to confidence and goal-setting. The primary focus of our Kids Martial Arts class is to develop fundamental techniques, and create a solid foundation to build upon as they grow.
