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Daniel Gracie Jiu Jitsu Academy of Hanover
4.9 ★★★★★ 40 Google reviews · Muay thai gym in Hanover, Massachusetts
Plan your first class
- Free trial or intro class most gyms welcome new members with a free trial or intro class — check their site or give them a call to book your first session
- 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 4–15) — built around discipline, focus, and confidence
- Fitness & conditioning muay thai fitness and cardio classes — a serious workout you can do without ever having to spar
- Fight team a competition team for members who want to test themselves as amateur fighters
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule daniel-gracie.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone (781) 924-1257
Hours
| Monday | 4:30–8 PM |
| Tuesday | 4:30–8 PM |
| Wednesday | 10:30 AM–8 PM |
| Thursday | 4:30–8 PM |
| Friday | 4:30–8 PM |
| Saturday | 9 AM–12 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“The instructors here are incredibly knowledgeable and create a welcoming environment for all skill levels, whether you’re a beginner or advanced practitioner.”
“If you or your kids are looking for a great place to train jujitsu I highly recommend!”
“Def recommend for anybody looking to train a new sport, self defense or hobby.”
Other martial arts here
“Highly recommend anyone who is new to jiu jitsu or have ever wanted to try it, to come in for a free class to see for yourself!”
What members say
“Professor Mike Fernandez is dedicated, knowledgeable, and an all around great instructor.”
“The instructors here are incredibly knowledgeable and create a welcoming environment for all skill levels, whether you’re a beginner or advanced practitioner.”
“The professors are amazing, the facility is clean, and the students welcome everyone like family.”
“They focus on technique, safety, and discipline while making classes engaging and fun.”
From the reviews
Amazing gym! The instructors here are incredibly knowledgeable and create a welcoming environment for all skill levels, whether you’re a beginner or advanced practitioner. They focus on technique, safety, and discipline while making classes engaging and fun.
Amazing facility with high level instructors. Highly recommend anyone who is new to jiu jitsu or have ever wanted to try it, to come in for a free class to see for yourself!
This has been a great experience for my 9 year old daughter. Great instructors! Teaches discipline & self defense. Great for kids & adults!
I cannot say enough about the incredible experience I had with Daniel Gracie, especially with Professor Mike Fernandez. His unmatched passion and commitment to jiujitsu and his students truly sets him apart. You won't want to miss a single class with him. He is truly gifted and the very best!
New to muay thai? Start at Daniel Gracie Jiu Jitsu Academy of Hanover
Daniel Gracie Jiu Jitsu Academy of Hanover 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 Daniel Gracie Jiu Jitsu Academy of Hanover
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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