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Darcio Lira Brazilian Jiu Jitsu and Martial Arts

4.9 ★★★★★ 46 Google reviews · Muay thai gym in Livermore, California

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  • Kids & youth classes kids and youth muay thai classes — 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
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Hours

Monday 5–9 pm
Tuesday 11 am–12:30 pm, 5–9 pm
Wednesday 5–9 pm
Thursday 11 am–12:30 pm, 5–9 pm
Friday 5–9 pm
Saturday 9 am–1 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 Darcio Lira Brazilian Jiu Jitsu and Martial Arts, confirmed in members' own reviews and the gym's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

🧒 Kids Muay Thai 14 mentions

“I have been training with my kids (girl 8, boy 16) for a couple years now, and I couldn't imagine our lives without the academy.”

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🛡️ Self-Defense

“Not only did he learn self defense, he has grown to become very disciplined, respectful, and a a good leader.”

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🔥 Muay Thai Fitness

“I go to the gi and no gi jiu jitsu class, and the cardio kickboxing class.”

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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 Darcio Lira Brazilian Jiu Jitsu and Martial Arts — mined from their reviews and the gym's own info.

🦵 Kickboxing

“I go to the gi and no gi jiu jitsu class, and the cardio kickboxing class.”

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🥋 Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ) 21 mentions

“As an actively training BJJ blue belt, I was invited to train under Sensei Lira and I was just blown away by his wisdom and prospered my training under his tutelage.”

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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 46 Google reviews — in their own words.

🧑‍🏫 expert, authentic coaching 2 mentions

“Great gym to drop in for no gi Bjj…Staff was welcoming and great coaching!”

🌱 welcoming to beginners 5 mentions

“Most importantly, he was super warm and welcoming, asking me how I started my journey and educating me on the history and traditions of the art.”

🤝 no-ego, friendly gym 11 mentions

“Most importantly, he was super warm and welcoming, asking me how I started my journey and educating me on the history and traditions of the art.”

📘 real technique & fundamentals 4 mentions

“It's not only about techniques (which are great), it teaches important values like integrity, respect, perseverance and confidence.”

🥊 legit sparring & fight team 2 mentions

“I did a couple of drop-in no-gi jiu jitsu classes here as I was preparing for a competition.”

💗 welcoming to women 3 mentions

“I stopped by because I met some wonderful ladies who trained here at a jiujitsu camp.”

From the reviews

Started taking my son here from another gym after a free trial class. Sensei Darlynson is very enthusiastic and passionate about training Jiu-Jitsu. I like the structure and respect he holds himself and the gym to. My son got into Competition BJJ so i looked for a gym to support that aspect for him.

★★★★★ — Robert, Sep 2023

I cannot say enough great things about this business. I am so impressed by Mr. Lira and the integrity in which he operates. He not only treats his students with the utmost respect EVERY SINGLE DAY, but he does the same for all the adults and siblings who come to observe.

★★★★★ — Mary, Apr 2023

This facility is great teaches the kids, discipline and respect where other facilities do not improvise on these small details you will get the whole package here and each child does get the attention and shown exactly how to perform the moves correctly. This facility is the real deal and would recommend it 110%

★★★★★ — Frances, Dec 2023

My kids started coming to this place in 2017. They were nervous at first but the sensei was very patient and calming. We were encouraged to come back again for their 2nd free class. After their second class we decided to sign them up and they have been enjoying the classes ever since.

★★★★★ — Gerardo, Sep 2021

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Your first muay thai class at Darcio Lira Brazilian Jiu Jitsu and Martial Arts

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 Darcio Lira Brazilian Jiu Jitsu and Martial Arts

1601 Railroad Ave, Livermore, CA94550

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