Contenders Boxing and Fitness
About
Contenders Boxing and Fitness offers comprehensive training in MMA, boxing, and kickboxing under the guidance of experienced coaches. Head Coach and Owner Joe Mayer, a former Charlotte Golden Gloves competitor, leads a structured program that emphasizes fundamentals while maintaining an engaging atmosphere. The gym is equipped with essential training amenities including a ring, heavy bags, speed bags, jump ropes, and weights to support both skill development and fitness goals.
reviewsWhat Members Say
Members consistently praise Head Coach Joe Mayer for his organized, fundamental, and patient coaching style that effectively serves everyone from aspiring pros to fitness beginners. They describe a welcoming, family-like atmosphere where people of all ages and skill levels train together in a supportive community. Specific highlights include the challenging yet fun workouts, excellent value for the price, and life-changing experiences that combine skill development with fitness. No concerns are mentioned in the reviews, with members repeatedly recommending the gym for anyone wanting to learn boxing or get in shape.
rate_reviewGoogle Reviews (5)
Mark Murray
4 years ago
Just started my membership here, and I am very pleased so far. It's easy to tell that Coach Joe is a top notch trainer. He's patient and encouraging. His training schedule is laid out in such a way that makes it easy to follow (not necessarily easy to perform) and adds an element of fun while maintaining a strict adherence to the fundamentals. Not to mention, it's a great workout. There are other gyms in the area, they may be less or more expensive, but I can't imagine that any exceed the value of what's offered at Contender's. I've seen what appears to be a wide variety of skill here - from an 8 or 9 year old girl, to guys that seem like they were born to box. All seem to get excellent training. Bottom line: great gym. I hope to train here for years to come.
Doug Kropelnicki
12 years ago
I have been boxing and training boxers for over 20 years and I have yet to meet a coach that is so organized and fundamental in his training as Joe. He has a proven system to help EVERYONE from aspiring pro's to fitness enthusiast. It is a great program and I recommend it to everyone. So if you dream of being a world champion or just want to loose a few pounds while getting rid of stress, then Joe is your guy.
J May
4 years ago
Coach Joe Is the Realist Coach Every Had! Love him to death! Plenty of trainers! Plenty of sparring! Amazing Atmosphere! Gym changed my Life! Everybody is family! Just had a fight party for Fury/Wilder #3 and was amazing! Food Plenty of old trainers ! Great Vibes! Coach Joe is amazing love him to death! -Juwan
William D
12 years ago
If you want to learn the sport of Boxing, this is the only gym in Charlotte. Though the rates may seem high, it is well worth the money. Joe is extremely knowledgeable and passionate about his sport. Both my wife and I joined. Everyone was nice and the workouts were everything we wanted them to be. We learned how to box (self-defense) while getting whipped into shape. We highly recommend this gym!
carmen armini
13 years ago
The owner, joe is a real nice guy, so is everyone in there, can help you on all aspects of your game and has a very open welcoming atmosphere that you don't find at a lot of boxing gyms. Great place for anyone, male or female to go to, theirs a wide range of people there old men training you who are still real quick to the pro quinton, nice guy, and even little children trying to learn. a good place...
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Contact
1405 Tyvola Rd, Charlotte, NC 28210, USA
scheduleHours
Monday: 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Tuesday: 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Wednesday: 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Thursday: 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Friday: 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Saturday: 12:00 – 8:00 PM
Sunday: 12:00 – 8:00 PM
groupCoaches & Instructors
Joe Mayer
Head Coach / Owner
Competed in Charlotte Golden Gloves (88, 90, 91)
Started boxing at 19, founded Southside Boxing in 1998, renamed to Contenders. Goal is to make the gym a landmark for boxing enthusiasts/competitors.
Kendill
Assistant Coach
Helped train clients & competitors at the Lake Norman location (2012-16). Known for high energy. Trains at the Charlotte gym mostly on weekends.