Grand opening · Sunday, Nov 1

Earned, not given.

MMA, Brazilian jiu-jitsu, Muay Thai, boxing, kickboxing and judo for kids, teens and adults in Salado, Texas. Coached by a U.S. Army veteran with 30+ years on the mats.

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  • First class free
  • Ages 4 and up
  • Beginners welcome
Teens and adults shadowboxing in rows across the mats during an Apex MMA class

Inside the gym

Build confidence.Learn real skills.Be part of a strong community.

Programs

A class for every level.

No experience needed. Walk in on day one and train in any class that fits your age, and we'll meet you where you are.

Kids lined up on the mats during an Apex MMA kids class

Kids

Ages 4 & up · Elementary

Confidence, discipline and real self-defense in a structured, safe class. Kids learn to respect others, control themselves and never quit on a hard round.

  • Sun 3:00 PM
  • Mon 6:00 PM
  • Wed 6:00 PM
Founder James Larremore squaring up with two young students in Earned Not Given shirts

Intermediate

Middle school

A class built for middle schoolers: sharper technique, more live drilling and more responsibility on the mat. They get their own class on Sundays and train with the kids class on Mondays and Wednesdays.

  • Sun 4:00 PM
  • Mon 6:00 PM
  • Wed 6:00 PM
Two athletes kicking and clinching heavy bags

Teens & Adults

High school, adults & masters 40+

Striking, wrestling and grappling for every fitness level. Learn what works, get in the best shape of your life and train alongside people who push you.

  • Sun 5:00 PM
  • Mon 7:00 PM
  • Wed 7:00 PM

What we teach

  1. 01MMAStriking, wrestling and submissions put together. The complete fight game.
  2. 02Brazilian Jiu-JitsuControl, escapes and submissions on the ground. Trained no-gi.
  3. 03Muay ThaiThe art of eight limbs: punches, kicks, elbows, knees and the clinch.
  4. 04BoxingFootwork, head movement and hands. The foundation of all striking.
  5. 05KickboxingHigh-output striking that builds power, timing and conditioning.
  6. 06JudoThrows, trips and balance. Put them down and stay on your feet.
  7. 07Women's Self-DefensePractical, pressure-tested skills for real-world situations. Offered as special events.

Head instructor

James Larremore.

Founder, Apex Training Systems · U.S. Army veteran

Owner and founder James Larremore didn't build Apex Training Systems in a boardroom. He built it on the mats, in the field, and through hard work.

A U.S. Army veteran with over 30 years of MMA training, James has dedicated his life to the martial arts and to developing people who are ready for anything. His approach is simple: strip away the nonsense, focus on what works, and build men and women who can perform under pressure.

Apex isn't just a training platform. It's the standard James holds himself to, passed on to every member who walks through the door. From youth MMA programs to advanced combatives, every curriculum reflects decades of knowledge refined through real-world application.

James Larremore walking the kids class through a grappling demonstration
James Larremore coaching the kids class
30+Years of MMA training
U.S.
ArmyVeteran-led coaching
7Disciplines under one roof
Age4+Kids, teens, adults & masters

Why Apex

No shortcuts. No nonsense.

Coaching that's been tested

Decades of knowledge refined through real-world application. No fluff, no gimmicks, just what works under pressure.

Beginners welcome

Never trained? Good. Jump into any class from day one. Every round starts with the fundamentals and builds from there.

Built for families

Kids classes, family plans, a parent viewing area and plenty of parking. Train together or watch them grow.

Discipline & character

Structure, respect and accountability on and off the mat. We build fighters, and we build people.

Class schedule

Three days. No excuses.

Sunday

  • 3:00 PMKids
  • 4:00 PMIntermediate
  • 5:00 PMTeens & Adults

Monday

  • 6:00 PMKids & Intermediate
  • 7:00 PMTeens & Adults

Wednesday

  • 6:00 PMKids & Intermediate
  • 7:00 PMTeens & Adults

All classes at 113 Salado Plaza Dr, Suite F3. Arrive 10 minutes early for your first class.

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Reels, class highlights, event updates and gym news. It all goes up on Instagram first.

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How to start

Four steps to the mat.

  1. 1

    Book your free class

    Fill out the short form below. It takes about a minute.

  2. 2

    Sign your waiver

    We'll email it to you before class. Parents sign for anyone under 18.

  3. 3

    Show up and train

    Wear athletic clothes, bring water and arrive 10 minutes early. We'll handle the rest.

  4. 4

    Join the team

    Month-to-month memberships with family plans. We'll walk you through pricing after your free class.

Discounts for Military · First responders · Teachers · Families

Free class

Your first class is on us.

Tell us who's training and when you'd like to come in. We'll confirm your spot and send your waiver.

  • No experience or gear required
  • Classes for kids, middle schoolers, teens & adults
  • No long-term contracts

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Find us in Salado.

113 Salado Plaza Dr, Suite F3
Salado, TX 76571

(214) 676-5467

  • Mat space & heavy bags
  • Parent viewing area
  • Plenty of parking

Training athletes from Salado, Belton, Temple and Killeen.

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