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Crossville Jiu Jitsu & Thai Boxing
5 ★★★★★ 66 Google reviews · Muay thai gym in Crossville, Tennessee
Authentic Thai — reviews and the gym's own info point to coaching rooted in Thailand's muay thai tradition. If lineage matters to you, ask where the coaches trained and about their kru.
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 5–12) — built around discipline, focus, and confidence
- Private lessons private, one-on-one coaching available — a focused way to start or to work around a busy schedule; ask about availability and rates
- Fitness & conditioning muay thai fitness and cardio classes — a serious workout you can do without ever having to spar
- Sparring & clinch sparring and clinch sessions for members ready for controlled contact — always optional and coach-supervised
- Fight team a competition team for members who want to test themselves as amateur fighters
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule crossvillejiu-jitsu.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone (931) 200-5329
Hours
| Monday | 5–7:30 PM |
| Tuesday | 5–8 PM |
| Wednesday | 5–7:30 PM |
| Thursday | 5–8 PM |
| Friday | 5–7:30 PM |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | 12:30–2 PM |
The classes they run
“Lance has the ability to teach complicated Jiu Jitsu and Mauy Thai techniques in a way that students at all levels of experience can understand and demonstrate.”
“The striking classes were a workout that included kickboxing instruction for all levels, from kids to out-of-shape parents and MMA fighters.”
“The striking classes were a workout that included kickboxing instruction for all levels, from kids to out-of-shape parents and MMA fighters.”
“The coach, a highly skilled 10th Planet Jiu-Jitsu player, teaches the modern self-defense system endorsed by Joe Rogan and others.”
“They had me sign a waiver and I asked what it cost to roll open mat and to my surprise it didn’t cost a thing.”
Other martial arts here
“The striking classes were a workout that included kickboxing instruction for all levels, from kids to out-of-shape parents and MMA fighters.”
“I was in Crossville this week for work and had the opportunity to train with the team at Crossville Jiu Jitsu and Thai Boxing, it was a great experience!”
“The striking classes were a workout that included kickboxing instruction for all levels, from kids to out-of-shape parents and MMA fighters.”
What members say
“Coach Lance is an amazing and accomplished martial artist, and a very devoted instructor.”
“Lance has the ability to teach complicated Jiu Jitsu and Mauy Thai techniques in a way that students at all levels of experience can understand and demonstrate.”
“I found Lance McConnell to be a tremendous instructor, and the other students and Lance made for a very welcoming atmosphere.”
“Lance has the ability to teach complicated Jiu Jitsu and Mauy Thai techniques in a way that students at all levels of experience can understand and demonstrate.”
“From fitness-focused routes to competition routes, he has fun without sacrificing efficiency.”
“I am a friend of a student that goes here and it is a very professional, welcoming and clean atmosphere.”
From the reviews
Dropped-in randomly as I was traveling and had really awesome training. Did the Thursday class 6-8pm, clear instruction on technique and I really enjoyed how the class was organized.
Coach Lance is an amazing and accomplished martial artist, and a very devoted instructor. Regardless of what your goals are, I promise Lance and Crossville Jiu Jitsu and Thai Boxing can make them become a reality. Lance is determined to build his students into the best version of themselves.
Here in Tennessee visiting family. Gave the gym a call and owner lance answered right before he was heading into church. Which was awesome. I arrived at the gym and everyone was very welcoming. Owner / coach was also very welcoming.
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ This gym is truly a hidden gem for anyone interested in Jiu Jitsu, Muay Thai, or MMA. From the moment you walk in, you’re greeted with a warm, welcoming atmosphere that feels like family.
New to muay thai? Start at Crossville Jiu Jitsu & Thai Boxing
Crossville Jiu Jitsu & Thai Boxing 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.
Your first muay thai class at Crossville Jiu Jitsu & Thai Boxing
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.
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