Charlie’s Combat Club

Utilized the gyms trial period for my young son. I found the staff to be courteous, encouraging, and professional. Would definitely return if and when he’s ready to commit to training!

I went to this gym on a friend’s recommendation and immediately felt like part of the family! The coaches are incredibly knowledgeable and also personally invested in their students. This is a fun, supportive environment that will push you to be better every day. Can’t say enough good things about C3!

Many years ago I worked out at a gym that taught Muay Thai. It was a regular gym that just happened to have an instructor who loved and taught Muay Thai classes. I was there for the first class (the only one in that class) and by the time I moved away he was teaching 5 classes a week and I was going to every class. It was the only workout that I stuck with and I loved it. I learned something every class and never got bored.
I moved away from my gym and I tried doing kickboxing classes at regular gyms but it wasn’t the same, it was cardio kickboxing not real kickboxin so I stopped doing kickboxing classes and tried zumba and everything else but I never liked any of the gyms I joined. I was just a membership due, they didn’t care if I came or if I didn’t.
This year I decided it was time to get serious about getting in shape. The only thing that I really enjoyed was kickboxing so I had to put my big girl pants on and look into a real kickboxing gym. I was extremely nervous. I didn’t kickbox to fight, I kickboxed for exercise. I had no interest in going into a macho, muscle bound gym but decided I had to at least try it and see. I checked out a bunch of gyms online and Charlie’s was the closest so I checked them out first and I found a home.
There is absolutely zero intimidation factor walking into the gym, don’t get me wrong, they take their training seriously, but they don’t take themselves seriously. The gang at C3 are welcoming to all, whether this is your first class or your first class after 9 years. You jump right in and are treated the same. You’re never made to feel bad for what you can’t do, just encouraged by what you can do. My original intent was to start slow, go to class 2 or 3 times a week and join another gym to do other workouts. There was no need, before I knew it, I was going to kickboxing 4 times a week, still working on trying to get myself back to 5 times a week but life seems to get in the way.
What really makes Charlie’s Combat Club stand out from the rest of the gyms out there are the coaches. Charlie leads by example and his fellow coaches follow. No matter who is teaching the class, I’m excited. I get a different experience with each of them yet, there is continuity in how they teach and interact with students. They all are experienced fighters and they bring that to the table but all MMA gyms have that. What they have are exceptional coaches who are all passionate about teaching. If you’re a member of C3, you’re family. You are not a nameless, faceless membership due that they collect every month. You are a student that they’re excited to teach and they notice if you’re not there. I signed up for the gym and then left for work for months unexpectedly. I had probably gone to three classes before I left. When I returned Coach Chris had a huge smile on his face and said, «I’m so happy to see you.»
There are enough classes to work with anyone’s schedule. I hate joining gyms where there’s maybe 2 or 3 classes a week that you can do that fit your schedule.
If you’re reading this review then you’re considering Charlie’s Combat Club. Check them out. You won’t be disappointed.
PS: I hear they have one week free trial membership for new members, you have nothing to lose (except weight) and everything to gain.

Nice relaxed atmosphere, I felt right home since my first day. Going to Charlie’s Combat Club changed my whole way of living. I started at close to 300 pounds and wasn’t active at all. I’ve lost over 100 pounds and getting in better shape still everyday. Great coaches and everyone is more than willing to help out in any way they can. Best place to go to for learning to defend yourself, building confidence, getting in shape, and preparing for competition. I would not pick any other gym other than Charlie’s Combat Club.

I used to train in MMA years ago but never really had a home gym so I lost touch with the sport. I have truly found a home at C3 and have begun training once more and I love it! The staff is amazing and supportive. They encourage you to perform at your best but also hold you accountable and teach you to hold yourself accountable. So many different levels of training and fitness for all walks of life. Great family atmosphere. I LOVE this gym.

Best gym in Washington. High quality technical instruction with a family friendly atmosphere

This facility is phenomenal! The instructors are all top notch and there are many classes on their schedule to accommodate all types of martial artists. Whether you’re looking to get in shape or if you want to compete, Charlie Pearson and his trusted team of instructors will guide you along the way. This gym teaches great morals and behavior to children as well as how to defend themselves if they are being bullied. They are a family type gym with great credentials. I seriously love these guys. If you’re looking for a great place to train, try these guys out. You won’t regret it.

Charlies Combat club is a great place to go and definitely a place that you need to check out. Great facility, atmosphere and instruction. People there are great and very knowledgable and hospitable. The owner Charlie has been around the game a very long time and knows his stuff. Definitely place to go to if you want to train.