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Brian Beaury Jiu Jitsu

4.8 ★★★★★ 100 Google reviews · Muay thai gym in Watervliet, New York

Beginners welcome Kids & teens Fight team

Plan your first class

  • Beginner-friendly all levels welcome, including total beginners — you don't need to be fit or have any experience to start
  • Kids & youth classes kids and youth muay thai classes — built around discipline, focus, and confidence
  • Fight team a competition team for members who want to test themselves as amateur fighters
  • Today see hours ·
  • Website & schedule brianbeauryjiujitsu.com — book classes and see the live schedule
  • Phone +1 518-360-1064

Hours

Monday 11:30 am–12:30 pm, 5–8:15 pm
Tuesday 11:30 am–12:30 pm, 5–8:15 pm
Wednesday 11:30 am–12:30 pm, 5–8:15 pm
Thursday 11:30 am–12:30 pm, 5–8 pm
Friday 11:30 am–12:30 pm, 5–7 pm
Saturday 10:30 am–12:30 pm
Sunday 10–11 am

Hours shift for holidays, seminars, and open-gym times — worth a quick check before a special trip.

The classes they run

Muay thai classes on the schedule at Brian Beaury Jiu Jitsu, confirmed in members' own reviews and the gym's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

🌱 Beginner Muay Thai 5 mentions

“I was hesitant attending an “all levels” class but from the moment I stepped in, I was greeted with friendly faces and professionalism.”

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🧒 Kids Muay Thai 6 mentions

“Brian Beaury Jiu-Jitsu hosts a diverse team of men, woman and children of all skill levels.”

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🏆 Fight Team

“If you're looking to compete, pick up a new hobby, make some friends, or just stay in shape; You've found your mecca.”

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Other martial arts here

Muay thai gyms are usually multi-discipline. Here's what else members mention training under the same roof at Brian Beaury Jiu Jitsu — mined from their reviews and the gym's own info.

🥋 Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ) 23 mentions

“I started training with Brian about 5 years ago and being completely new to Jiu Jitsu and Martial Arts as a whole felt comfortable and welcome from day 1.”

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Disciplines are mined from reviews and the gym's own info — they show what members have trained, not a formal class guarantee. If you specifically want BJJ, boxing, or MMA alongside muay thai, confirm the current schedule with the gym.

What members say

The things reviewers bring up again and again across 100 Google reviews — in their own words.

🧑‍🏫 expert, authentic coaching 7 mentions

“The coaches are highly knowledgeable, and everyone treats each other as true training partners, helping one another grow in the art of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu.”

🌱 welcoming to beginners 7 mentions

“I like that there are classes available that are geared towards beginners, and the relaxed atmosphere of the gym.”

🤝 no-ego, friendly gym 16 mentions

“I was hesitant attending an “all levels” class but from the moment I stepped in, I was greeted with friendly faces and professionalism.”

🧼 clean, well-equipped gym 4 mentions

“Head Instuctor Brian runs a clean, professional BJJ facility with a fantastic atmosphere.”

💗 welcoming to women 4 mentions

“All of the guys and women that train at the gym are very friendly and always giving positive feedback to the kids.”

From the reviews

I have never practiced BJJ and had an absolutely phenomenal experience at my first class. I was hesitant attending an “all levels” class but from the moment I stepped in, I was greeted with friendly faces and professionalism.

★★★★★ — Ryan, Apr 2024

This place is perfect for someone that wants to start their kid in an activity. We enrolled our son hoping he would open up to socialize, Even though he ultimately wasn’t ready to continue and had a hard time adjusting often crying and leaving the mat every coach handled the situation with so much understanding and…

★★★★★ — Rose, Feb 2026

Every time I have gone to this gym, I have been met with nothing but kindness and respect. Everyone is super knowledgeable and the high level belts are trying to teach more than hurt, and there are a ton of people that attend.

★★★★★ — Dustin, Dec 2024

This is a really cool gym! They have two great mat spaces upstairs and another mat/bag area downstairs. The environment is very welcoming and I got a chance to attend two classes while traveling. Definitely a must for BJJ training in Albany/Troy.

★★★★★ — William, Feb 2020

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New to muay thai? Start at Brian Beaury Jiu Jitsu

Brian Beaury Jiu Jitsu comes up as a beginner-friendly gym, going by their listing and members’ reviews. If you've never thrown a punch or a kick, that's exactly who a good beginners program is for. A few things worth knowing before your first week. First, you don't need to be fit to start — you get in shape by training, not before it, and coaches scale the conditioning to you. Second, you won't be thrown into sparring — reputable gyms build fundamentals (stance, footwork, and the basic strikes of the "art of eight limbs") for weeks before any contact, and sparring stays optional. Third, all levels really are welcome — ask about a dedicated beginners or fundamentals class time so your first session is alongside others who are also starting out. Most gyms are happy to let you watch or try a class first, so reach out before you commit.

See their beginner class info

Your first muay thai class at Brian Beaury Jiu Jitsu

Nervous about walking into a muay thai gym for the first time? Almost everyone is, and good coaches expect beginners to come through the door. Here's what to know. What to expect: a typical first class is a warm-up, then drilling the basics on pads and bags — not fighting. Rest whenever you need to; no one will bat an eye. What to wear: shorts or athletic wear and a t-shirt; you'll train barefoot on the mats. What to bring: water and hand wraps if you have them — many gyms lend gloves for a first class, so it's worth asking when you call. As you keep training you'll add your own gloves, wraps, a mouthguard, and shin guards. Sparring is optional and comes later, once your fundamentals are solid. Arrive 10–15 minutes early to sign a waiver and meet the coach. It gets easier fast — most people feel far more at home by their third class.

Muay thai is a contact sport. Ease in, listen to your coaches, and if you have any injuries or health concerns, mention them before class and check with a doctor if you're unsure.

Where to find Brian Beaury Jiu Jitsu

1623 2nd Ave, Watervliet, NY12189

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