Boxing/Muay Thai
Discover the Best Boxing and Muay Thai Experience in Wendell, North Carolina.
If you've ever aspired to master self-defense, enhance your fitness, or step into the world of combat sports, look no further. First In Flight Athletics (FIF) offers both Boxing and Muay Thai (Thai Boxing) for children and adults of all skill levels. Our coaches and gym are USA Boxing certified as well as have connections with multiple competitive organizations including Triangle Kickboxing Promotions, International Kickboxing Federation, and other national fight promotion organizations.
What is Muay Thai? Often referred to as the 'art of eight limbs,' is a dynamic martial art that incorporates striking techniques using fists, elbows, knees, and shins. At FIF, we're passionate about teaching this ancient combat art while nurturing a supportive community.
Whether you're a beginner or an experienced martial artist, our programs offer a perfect opportunity to develop your skills, boost your fitness, and cultivate self-confidence.
Boxing and Muay Thai Schedule
MONDAY
6:00 - 6:45 PM
AGE: 5 - 12 Years Old
6:45 - 8:00 PM
AGE: 12 Years Old - Adult
TUESDAY
6:45 pm - 8:00 PM
AGE: Teens to Adults only
THURSDAY
6:00 - 6:45 PM
AGE: 5 - 12 Years Old
6:45 pm - 8:00 PM
AGE: 12 Years Old - Adult
RATES
$99 / month - KIDS
RATES
$125 / MONTH - TEENS TO ADULTS
Family and First Responder Discounts available
SIGN UP
To sign up please ask for Daniel or Text/Call (919) 704-5980
- CHANGES & CANCELLATION POLICY -
*MUST GIVE 30 DAY NOTICE WHEN CANCELLING MEMBERSHIP
*If you decide to break a contract, you will not have to pay the full amount for the remainder of the months. You will just pay the difference of the months active from the Month to Month price.
Meet First in Flight Martial Arts Instructors
Head Coach
John Bednar
With over 25 years of experience, Coach Bednar began his martial arts journey as a teenager in 1998.
He earned his black belt in Taekwondo while in high school under former Olympic Coach Grand Master Mayes in Spring Lake, NC competing in local, state, and national tournaments.
During his college years, he trained in both Muay Thai and boxing all while competing in amateur boxing, kickboxing, and Muay Thai events. His family later moved to Clayton in 2011 and he moved to training/fighting at The Kai Thai Academy of Martial Arts in Wilson, NC under Kru Bishop Holmes. He is a certified USA Boxing Coach.
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Over the past 12 years with Kru Holmes, Coach Bednar has fought in numerous Muay Thai fights until his mid thirties when he transitioned into assistant coaching and cornering fighters.
With a continued passion for fitness, mental and physical toughness he shifted his personal training to running and has completed several half marathons, marathons and ultra distances. Now that Coach Bednar has lived in the Wendell area for the past 4 years, he is excited to bring competitive Boxing and Muay Thai to First in Flight.
Assistant Coach
Alan Moore
With over 10 years of experience of Boxing and Muay Thai Experience, Coach Moore has a rich fitness background in both combat sports and fitness. He has competed in several International KickBoxing Federation events and was formerly a certified CrossFit instructor. He is USA Boxing and Safe Sport Certified.
Assistant Kids Coach
Great Collins & Martin Cordova
We have great kids coaches who are homegrown right here at First in Flight Martial Arts! Both Greta and Martin have almost two years of training and have competed at International KickBoxing Federation Point Kickboxing Events. Mart Cordova recently won the 2025 PKB East Coast Classic in Muay Thai.