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Christian Carvalho BJJ-MMA

5 ★★★★★ 48 Google reviews · Muay thai gym in Greenacres, Florida

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 (ages 3–10) — 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 carvalhobjjmma.com — book classes and see the live schedule
  • Phone +1 561-828-1599

Hours

Monday 7 am–9 pm
Tuesday 8 am–9 pm
Wednesday 6 am–9 pm
Thursday 8 am–9 pm
Friday 6 am–9 pm
Saturday 9 am–12 pm
Sunday Closed

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 Christian Carvalho BJJ-MMA, confirmed in members' own reviews and the gym's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

🌱 Beginner Muay Thai 3 mentions

“Sensei Christian and all the coaches have a wealth of knowledge and can break down concepts for practitioners of all levels.”

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🧒 Kids Muay Thai 20 mentions

“My son has been training at Christian Carvalho BJJ-MMA in Greenacres, FL for several years, and I can’t speak highly enough about the experience.”

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Teen Muay Thai 2 mentions

“When I reached out to sell an advertisement for my high school’s spring show, Little Shop of Horrors at Dr Joaquin Garcia High School, he was very kind to help support our passion.”

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🏆 Fight Team 2 mentions

“Christian and his team diligently keep the students engaged in a wide variety of training exercises that specifically build up your ability to be competent at these martial arts.”

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🛡️ Self-Defense 6 mentions

“My oldest has been training for four years, and the benefits she’s gained go far beyond physical fitness and self-defense.”

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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 Christian Carvalho BJJ-MMA — mined from their reviews and the gym's own info.

🦵 Kickboxing 3 mentions

“My daughter loves it so much and her self esteem went up once she began BJJ and kickboxing.”

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🥋 Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ) 18 mentions

“My son has been training at Christian Carvalho BJJ-MMA in Greenacres, FL for several years, and I can’t speak highly enough about the experience.”

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🏟️ MMA 9 mentions

“My son has been training at Christian Carvalho BJJ-MMA in Greenacres, FL for several years, and I can’t speak highly enough about the experience.”

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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 48 Google reviews — in their own words.

🧑‍🏫 expert, authentic coaching 3 mentions

“Great place to train and learn the art of Jiu Jitsu Sensi Christian is a excellent instructor that makes time for all his students.”

🌱 welcoming to beginners 6 mentions

“Sensei Christian and all the coaches have a wealth of knowledge and can break down concepts for practitioners of all levels.”

🤝 no-ego, friendly gym 11 mentions

“My family has been training at Christian Carvalho BJJ-MMA for several years, and it has been an incredible experience for all of us.”

📘 real technique & fundamentals 2 mentions
🧒 strong kids program 3 mentions

“My daughter loves it so much and her self esteem went up once she began BJJ and kickboxing.”

🥊 legit sparring & fight team 2 mentions

“Christian and his team diligently keep the students engaged in a wide variety of training exercises that specifically build up your ability to be competent at these martial arts.”

From the reviews

If you're looking for a Jiu Jitsu and/or MMA gym look no further. My wife and I have been coming here now for 2 years and we love it. This place is a welcoming community, practicing high-level Brazilian Jiu Jitsu.

★★★★★ — Matthew, May 2021

This is a beautiful family oriented gym that trains everyone interested in the art. Christian and his team diligently keep the students engaged in a wide variety of training exercises that specifically build up your ability to be competent at these martial arts.

★★★★★ — Aetherseraph, Jun 2024

My son has been training at Christian Carvalho BJJ-MMA in Greenacres, FL for several years, and I can’t speak highly enough about the experience. Sensei Christian’s professionalism, dedication, work ethic, and integrity truly set him apart.

★★★★★ — Ivan, Apr 2025

Sensei and the coaches are amazing with the kids! My daughter loves it so much and her self esteem went up once she began BJJ and kickboxing. Thank you so much for all you do for the kids! We couldn’t have picked a better studio to be with!

★★★★★ — Kristin, Jan 2024

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New to muay thai? Start at Christian Carvalho BJJ-MMA

Christian Carvalho BJJ-MMA comes up as a beginner-friendly gym — noted on their own site. 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 Christian Carvalho BJJ-MMA

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 Christian Carvalho BJJ-MMA

2234 Jog Rd, Greenacres, FL33415

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