For nearly two decades Eric Haycraft has been teaching the finer points of kickboxing and Muay Thai in Louisville. Producing the first home grown fighters in the late 90's, Team Haycraft has gone on to produce numerous regional, national and world champions in kickboxing, Muay Thai and MMA. The current roster boasts fighters that are internationally known with contracts with major league promotions fighting across the USA, Holland, Suriname, Spain, Germany and Mexico.

These successes are attributed to Eric's detail-oriented system that has brought success to fighters from many different backgrounds and careers. As a young fighter, Eric soon realized that he had virtually no resources in his home city of Louisville to train in Muay Thai. Therefore, he set out to learn as much as he could, leaving the country to learn from the likes of Ramon Dekkers, Rob Kaman and Jongsanan Fairtex to name just a few. His quest for knowledge continues to this day, as Eric travels all over the world to soak up knowledge from many of the sport's top icons. This knowledge is then compiled into a very systematic and scientific approach to learning and training which is beneficial to all of his students.

The vast majority of our gym members have not and may never step into the ring. We teach the finer points of the game exactly the same no matter what your goals. All of our members are developed in the same meticulous programs with fighters training alongside recreational trainees. Instead of creating a watered down class for members, we build members up step by step to do more than they ever dreamed they could. In fact, many of our best and most technical members never have fought. All of our various programs can stand alone but also seamlessly integrate to form a comprehensive training regimen that can be enjoyed by all.

Kickboxing, Muay Thai and MMA are sports and we are involved with the sport on every level, from beginner to top level professionals. Our amateur development program is recognized as among one of the best in the country. Aside from fighters we bring people into the sport to fill roles such as trainers, judges, and refs. We have the most comprehensive program for personal development focusing on fitness, knowledge, and technique in a safe environment for any role an individual may choose to follow in the game.

If you’re serious about what you learn and learning from qualified trainers that are recognized around the world, Real Fighters Gym is the waiting for you!