SOS GYM

SOS GYM, also operating as Son of Siam, delivers specialized martial arts education, grappling instruction, and striking conditioning at 26 Spiral Dr in Florence, Kentucky. Founded in May 2008, the academy offers diverse class offerings designed to help beginners and experienced martial artists across Northern Kentucky build confidence, technical competence, and physical stamina. The academy was founded and is led by head instructor Nathan Fitch, who holds a 3rd degree Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu black belt under Vitor Oliveira, a Judo black belt earned through Eastern Kentucky University Judo under Charles Ward, and extensive Muay Thai training completed at Fairtex in Thailand. The coaching staff also includes assistant and youth Muay Thai coach Brandon Helmig, BJJ black belt Dylan Birkenhauer, French national team judo athlete and BJJ brown belt Eloise Brightwell, and Marine Corps veteran Jared Gilbert. Training schedules feature Beginner BJJ, advanced BJJ, No Gi Jiu Jitsu, and open mat sessions, alongside Beginner Muay Thai, youth striking and grappling for ages 5 to 12, and Muay Thai sparring. Prospective students can experience the gym by completing a waiver for a complimentary trial class.