# American Combat Gym > Deerfield Beach, United States ## Overview **Name:** American Combat Gym **Description:** American Combat Gym is South Florida's premier MMA training facility located in Deerfield Beach. With over 26 years of combined experience, the gym offers world-class martial arts instruction for all skill levels, especially beginners. The gym specializes in making newcomers feel welcome, comfortable, and confident from day one in a supportive, ego-free environment. The gym offers comprehensive training programs in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (both Gi and No-Gi), Mixed Martial Arts, Muay Thai, and Boxing. Their Combat Kids program provides BJJ, boxing, and MMA fundamentals in a fun, safe environment for children ages 5-14. All programs are designed to accommodate complete beginners while also providing elite-level training for competitive fighters. Head coach and owner Charles "Chainsaw" McCarthy is a UFC veteran and former cast member of The Ultimate Fighter Season 4, holding a 4th degree BJJ black belt. Charles brings over two decades of elite combat sports experience and has hand-selected and personally trains each coach on staff to ensure every student receives world-class instruction. The gym has trained hundreds of members and maintains a 5-star rating from its community. **Status:** Active ## Contact Information **Address:** 252 SW 12th Ave, Deerfield Beach, FL 33442 Deerfield Beach, FL 33442, United States **Phone:** (754) 333-8058 **Email:** info@acgmma.com **Website:** https://americancombatgym.com **Social Media:** - Instagram: https://instagram.com/americancombatgym - Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AmericanCombatGym ## Hours of Operation - Monday: 6:15 AM - 9:00 PM - Tuesday: 6:15 AM - 9:00 PM - Wednesday: 6:15 AM - 9:00 PM - Thursday: 6:15 AM - 9:00 PM - Friday: 6:15 AM - 9:00 PM - Saturday: 9:30 AM - 11:00 AM - Sunday: Closed ## Pricing ## Instructors ### Charles McCarthy - Black **Role:** Head Instructor **Bio:** UFC veteran and former cast member of The Ultimate Fighter Season 4 with over 20 years of elite combat sports experience. Competed as a UFC middleweight and has trained with some of the best fighters in the world. As owner and head coach of American Combat Gym, Charles has hand-selected and personally trains each coach on staff. ## Programs ### Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (Gi) **Skill Level:** All Levels **Age Group:** adults **Gi Requirement:** Gi required **Description:** Master the ground game with our BJJ Gi classes, taught by world-class black belts. Technical training focused on submissions, sweeps, and positional control. **Classes:** ### No-Gi BJJ **Skill Level:** All Levels **Age Group:** adults **Gi Requirement:** No-Gi **Description:** Grappling without the gi, similar to MMA training. Focus on wrestling, submissions, and transitions in a fast-paced environment. **Classes:** ### No-Gi Fundamentals **Skill Level:** Beginner **Age Group:** adults **Gi Requirement:** No-Gi **Description:** Beginner-friendly introduction to No-Gi grappling fundamentals. Learn the basics in a supportive environment. **Classes:** ### Mixed Martial Arts **Skill Level:** All Levels **Age Group:** adults **Gi Requirement:** No-Gi **Description:** Combine striking, wrestling, and submissions in our comprehensive MMA program. Perfect for both beginners and experienced fighters. **Classes:** ### Muay Thai **Skill Level:** All Levels **Age Group:** adults **Gi Requirement:** No-Gi **Description:** Master the art of eight limbs in our high-energy Muay Thai classes. Improve your striking, clinch work, and overall fitness with expert instruction. **Classes:** ### Boxing **Skill Level:** All Levels **Age Group:** adults **Gi Requirement:** No-Gi **Description:** Develop elite striking skills and footwork in our boxing program. Great for fitness, self-defense, and competitive training. **Classes:** ### Kids BJJ **Skill Level:** All Levels **Age Group:** kids **Gi Requirement:** Gi required **Description:** Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu fundamentals in a fun, safe youth program. Build confidence, discipline, and physical fitness for ages 5-12. **Classes:** ### Kids MMA **Skill Level:** All Levels **Age Group:** kids **Gi Requirement:** No-Gi **Description:** BJJ, boxing, and MMA fundamentals in a fun, safe youth program for ages 5-14. Combat Kids program teaching discipline and fitness. **Classes:** ### Boxing Fitness **Skill Level:** All Levels **Age Group:** adults **Gi Requirement:** No-Gi **Description:** High-energy boxing workout focused on fitness, conditioning, and fundamental striking skills. **Classes:** --- **Last Updated:** March 01, 2026 **Data Source:** BJJ.Space (https://bjj.space/gyms/united-states/florida/deerfield-beach/american-combat-gym)