At the start of every new year, health and fitness is on the minds of a lot of people. Some of them overindulged during the holiday season and they are lamenting their new larger waistlines. Others are dealing with a lack of stamina that comes from spending too many hours sitting idly. Whatever the motivation, January is always a great month for those wishing to get into shape to begin their fitness journey.
Some people choose to pursue their health and wellness goals on their own, investing countless hours each year in counting calories and following a solo exercise regimen. Others choose to chase their goals in group settings, surrounded by likeminded people. They enjoy sharing their exercise time with others, and they derive motivation from being surrounded by constant sources of encouragement. As a result, they generally choose to join a local gym or workout facility, or to sign up for a local recreational sporting league.
Fortunately, the City by the Lake offers ample opportunities and resources for erstwhile fitness seekers. From an expansive parks system to many full service and boutique gyms, Hendersonville is a great place to get fit in the new year.
In late 2024, Hendersonville’s newest workout facility opened in the Streets of Indian Lake – UFC Gym Hendersonville. This comprehensive gym offers a wide range of individual and group fitness activities in a state-of-the-art facility that can put anyone onto the path toward health and wellness. To find out more about UFC Gym Hendersonville, our Lifestyle team visited with General Manager Quentin O’Bryant to learn about what makes his business unique.
How did you select Hendersonville for your location?
“We were attracted to Hendersonville for many reasons, most notably its warm and welcoming people. Hendersonville is a destination of choice for many families, and we wanted to be a part of helping its citizens reach their fitness goals. UFC is built around community, and we are dedicated to helping our neighbors become healthier together.”
Why did you select UFC Gym as your franchise?
“Since 2009, UFC GYM has stood on the core value of providing a clean, friendly and well-maintained environment in each of its locations in over 38 countries around the world. Our brand is dedicated to attaining client results by providing an environment that’s built to drive motivation and discipline.”
How is UFC Gym different from other health and fitness businesses?
“Quite simply, we improve the health and wellness of others by providing high quality modalities that match our client’s lifestyles and fitness interests. Top tier workout equipment, safe and clean environment, cryotherapy treatments, specialized youth fitness programs, mixed martial arts (MMA) classes, bootcamp workouts – we provide everything needed to make every person’s fitness journey fun, exciting and results-based. At UFC Gym Hendersonville, we do it all and we do it well.”
How many personal trainers do you have on staff?
“We currently have ten fitness coaches ready to help clients achieve their fitness goals.”
What are some of the signature programs offered by UFC Gym?
“Since its founding, UFC Gym has been the industry leader in MMA training – it is in our DNA. We offer Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, boxing, self-defense classes and a full recovery day spa. We also offer onsite childcare so that parents can work out without incurring additional worries and costs.”
What are the most popular programs offered by UFC Gym?
“Our signature programs are our MMA and Daily Ultimate Training (DUT) classes. DUT is a high-intensity interval training class that combines a wide variety of exercises and equipment to help improve strength, speed, agility and endurance. Our self-defense classes are also very popular, particularly amongst our female clients.”
How do UFC’s membership fees compare to other local fitness centers?
“Our fees are competitive with other industry players, but we believe that we provide a higher value proposition. We offer the best value and customer experience in the area.”
What advice do you have for someone wanting to get fit and stay fit in the new year?
“Personal training is what made me who I am today, so I always suggest for people to start their journey with one of our coaches. They have the training and experience to help clients achieve measurable results on their way to lifelong fitness.”
How does the UFC Gym team help clients achieve their fitness and wellness goals?
“At UFC Gym, we provide accountability, education and structured programs for both workouts and for nutrition and supplements. We constantly challenge our clients to stay motivated and disciplined in their lives.”
UFC Gym Hendersonville
300 Indian Lake Blvd., Suite 340,
Hendersonville, TN 37075
629.262.0652
Quentin O’Bryant
General Manager – UFC Gym Hendersonville
UFC Gym Hendersonville General Manager Quentin O’Bryant is a veteran of the fitness industry, having managed several gyms in California in his career. The Compton native came to Hendersonville last year to oversee the build out of the new gym and to manage the facility once it opened during fall 2024.
Quentin’s passion for helping others achieve their fitness goals derives from his own personal commitment to health and wellness. During January 2019, he experienced a health scare in which he was diagnosed as prediabetic. Realizing the seriousness of the situation, Quentin knew that he had to take control of his life in order to avoid becoming diabetic.
As a result, he began training with a personal trainer at a Compton gym in order to improve his overall health. During the first four months of his workouts, Quentin lost 45 lbs. and lowered his body fat from 36.8% to 15.5%. Since then, he has continued to follow a strict workout regimen in order to maintain his fitness level.
Today, he talks the talk and walks the walk
"UFC Gym is dedicated to attaining client results by providing an environment that's built do drive motivation and discipline."