UFC GYM Southpark Meadows

What can I say, it’s an average chode place. Hard to take the main guy seriously when he only has big arms. Typical goi, does not work out abs or legs. Don’t go here if you want to learn real world street fighting, go to the wing chin place up north. It’s the only whitey, I’ve seen so far that can actually fight.

There are some real idiots who go to this gym. They get jacked up on steroids, hit the bags a few times, then head to the stores in Southpark Meadows looking for fights. Case in point, a few months ago, some guy dressed up like Tinkerbell the Gay Stripper, short shorts, super tight gray t-​shirt, with the word COP or COPS on the back, came to the Grove playground trying to start fights. He looked like a steroid weightlifter. He was running around practically naked and exposing himself in front of a bunch of children.

I was visiting from DC to find a new house and wanted to check out the UFC gym since I would more than likely be transferring my membership to this location.
The gym seemed fairly newer than my usual one. They had an octagon, speed bag, heavy bag, jump rooms, elliptical, treadmill, weights, etc. I noticed the schedule offers a variety of classes throughout the day which is a bonus for me. The gym seems to be more jiu-​jutsu focused compared to my current gym where it is more Muay Thai focused. I am looking forward to trying out the advanced classes and muay thai to give it a better comparison.
Overall to anyone, I would highly recommend giving any UFC gym a try. You will get your butt kicked but you will feel good and get into shape doing it.

I got a 15 day pass online (which apparently isn’t valid at this location but there is no disclaimer on it). I’ve been bored with CrossFit lately and have been looking for something new. I trained in Krav Maga for 5 years and miss hitting stuff, so I was really excited to try this place. When I arrived to try class, it took a minute for Matt to realize I was new and even then he wasn’t friendly and welcoming. After I signed the waiver, he gave me some long gauze to wrap my hands and since I’ve wrapped before I told him I didn’t need help. When other instructors saw me doing it alone and looked at him he said «Guys, she’s got it» in a mocking tone. When the wraps fell and got twisted, Sam was really nice and saw I needed help so came over to help me finish.
I really enjoyed Jaime’s kickboxing class! It reminded me of the kickboxing classes I took where I used to work. The other students were friendly and he’s a great instructor. I talked to John after class about my concerns with my schedule because my office is at The Domain and I was trying to find a place to train on my way home every night. I didn’t want to sign up if I can’t make class enough during the week. We all know how spotty Austin traffic is and just because I make it on time one night doesn’t mean it will happen regularly. He told me to go ahead and come back with the pass. I came back and made it to class 5 minutes before it started. I changed IN the car because I didn’t want to be late again and I was really excited for the first time in a long time about working out. After I got my hands wrapped and went to the bags, Matt came up and asked if I was going to get started. I explained the schedule issue, that I had a 15 day pass and so on, and he told me in his dull, unpersonable tone that they only allow one trial class and that trying class had nothing to do with it working with my schedule. When I told him John said I could come back, he didn’t care and just gave me the same shpiel. John was teaching class so I couldn’t ask him to chime in about our agreement. So, I grabbed my stuff and walked out the door. I grabbed my 15 day pass from the car, went back in and as I put it on the counter, said «Just so you know, it doesn’t say anything on the pass» (about it not being valid there), then walked out. I was so frustrated and angry, I called my fiancé in tears. When he called up and talked to Matt about what happened, he told my fiancé I was «rude». Yep I was really upset, but if anyone was rude, it was him. Dude, get rid of your ego and learn some people skills. For the record, I only know Matt’s name because my fiancé got it when he called up. Matt never introduced himself to me, even when he was asking for my money. If you have someone up front greeting customers and doing sales, it probably shouldn’t be Matt.
They don’t want people taking advantage and freeloading. I get it! For 4 years I was Operations Manager at Krav Maga Worldwide in Los Angeles and also did sales there. I wasn’t one of these people trying to take advantage. The way Matt handled the situation and his lack of people skills is assurance that they will never get a penny from me and I will never recommend any of my friends to train there. Typical MMA guy ego I’m sorry to say.
For the record, Sam, John and Jaime were great! It’s sad that one person can ruin the entire experience and cost the business a customer and all the referrals they could have made. My friend at TCSO has already told me he will be telling his entire department about my horrible experience there.

I love EVERYTHING about this gym! The staff is amazing! It’s more than just gym, it’s a community, and there is something for everyone here. My daughter has a blast in the Kids MMA, and I enjoy Boxing, TRX, and DUT classes, but they offer so much more! The manager, Artie, has some of the best promos and special events around, and there are great partnerships with surrounding vendors! If you haven’t, you most definitely should go check it out! #TrainDifferent

I have taken classes at this gym and they are awesome! I had a gym membership at 24 Hour Fitness and that was good, but if you’re into the UFC and the UFC FIT workouts, then this gym is definitely for you! The classes and workouts are intense, the UFC Team Members and trainers are motivational, friendly, and is always willing to help you out! If it’s your first time, don’t be nervous or shy. These guys won’t make fun of you– on the contrary, they will build your confidence and help you along the way! It’s worth the investment! UFC Gym — TRAIN DIFFERENT!

I seriously cannot speak more highly of this gym.
Every time you walk in, you know you’re going to get an intense workout and have a lot of fun doing it. Every single member is giving it their all and it creates this really solid bond you can just feel resonating in the air. You’re not just another face in the crowd here– you’re an encouraging smile, a helpful hand up and a cheerleader celebrating wins alongside the best of the best.
In just the 6 weeks I’ve been here, I’ve seen bodies and mentalities transform, including my own. You walk in stressed, sweat it out against the bag, and walk out a whole new person. The workouts are always different– no two ever feel the same and you’re always learning something new/​perfecting you’re art. I dare you to try and make it through 1 workout without becoming drenched in sweat.
Not only are the members and workouts in a league of their own, but the trainers and employees are seriously the most encouraging people I’ve ever experienced in a gym. They’re right there next to you 100% of the way, stopping to help you perfect your technique and offering an encouraging word to motivate you through an especially challenging round.
If you want to get in shape, make some friends & have a ton of fun, check it out. Try it once and you’ll never be able to stop.

I’ve had memberships at 3 different gyms in my lifetime and this one is my absolute favorite. I’m a typical girl that joins a gym, spends an hour on a treadmill, maybe tries to do some weights or something, and that’s about it. I really wanted to get in shape this time but I didn’t have hundreds and hundreds of dollars to pay for personal training sessions.
I joined this gym originally because my boyfriend is really into MMA and he wanted to go here… So I thought I’d give it a try not knowing exactly how I’d fit in here with my high ponytail, painted nails and lip gloss. But this gym is PERFECT. There are boxing and kickboxing classes every evening that is a perfect mix of intense cardio and technique which sculpts and tones everything. This is perfect for guys and then every girl who wants to get in shape. You’re drenched in sweat halfway through. There’s BJJ and MMA classes for those who wanna get deeper into fighting styles if that’s your thing. There’s an early morning intense bootcamp that’s like 30 min… And then of course there’s machines, free weights and treadmills, etc.
The staff is awesome as well. It’s not a gigantic building where you walk in and you’re just another number… It’s big enough so everyone can workout properly but small enough to where you develop relationships with each other and the staff. They’re really involved and friendly… It’s not like going to a gym… it’s like going to hang out with friends, workout hard and have fun.
It’s the perfect alternative to your typical gym… Changes things up and makes working out and getting in shape something you can’t wait to go do.