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Davidson County BJJ & Section 8 MMA

4.9 ★★★★★ 81 Google reviews · Muay thai gym in Lexington, North Carolina

Free trial Kids & teens Private lessons Fitness classes Fight team

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
  • Kids & youth classes kids and youth muay thai classes — 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 section8mma.com — book classes and see the live schedule
  • Phone +1 336-251-4715

Hours

Monday Open 24 hours
Tuesday Open 24 hours
Wednesday Open 24 hours
Thursday Open 24 hours
Friday Open 24 hours
Saturday Open 24 hours
Sunday Open 24 hours

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 Davidson County BJJ & Section 8 MMA, confirmed in members' own reviews and the gym's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

🧒 Kids Muay Thai 18 mentions

“He's got this way of pushing the kids to aim higher, always in a way that makes them feel supported and believed in.”

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👤 Private Lessons 3 mentions

“My shy boys have really loved the experience after just two classes, which have tons of one on one/small group instructions.”

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🏆 Fight Team 2 mentions

“Coach Chad Stevens is not only a brilliant jujitsu fighter but great human being in general.”

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🛡️ Self-Defense 2 mentions

“They've picked up some cool self-defense moves, sure, but the big win?”

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🔥 Muay Thai Fitness

“DCBJJ is an AMAZING place to get in shape, become part of a very special family, and learn BJJ!”

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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 Davidson County BJJ & Section 8 MMA — mined from their reviews and the gym's own info.

🥋 Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ) 20 mentions

“After reaching out to different local facilities, Chad replied back almost immediately and invited the girls to come in and try BJJ.”

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🏟️ MMA 6 mentions

“I highly recommend Davidson County BJJ & section 8 MMA to anyone looking to start their BJJ journey or introduce their kids to martial arts.”

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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 81 Google reviews — in their own words.

🧑‍🏫 expert, authentic coaching 5 mentions

“We are very fortunate to be apart of this BJJ family and we look forward to seeing our son grow and learn from the best coaches and students anyone could ask for.”

🌱 welcoming to beginners 5 mentions

“First class was awesome and everyone I have been exposed to is knowledgeable, respectful, and not afraid to challenge you.”

🤝 no-ego, friendly gym 15 mentions

“We are very fortunate to be apart of this BJJ family and we look forward to seeing our son grow and learn from the best coaches and students anyone could ask for.”

📘 real technique & fundamentals 3 mentions

“The instructors are incredibly welcoming, patient, and skilled at breaking down techniques for newcomers like me.”

🧒 strong kids program 3 mentions

“When me and my son joined, we fell in love with Brazilian Jiu Jitsu as well as the gym family itself!”

🥊 legit sparring & fight team 4 mentions

“Coach Chad Stevens is not only a brilliant jujitsu fighter but great human being in general.”

From the reviews

I had quite a bit of trepidation with starting BJJ in my 40's. Professor Chad, the Coaches, and everyone who trains here quickly made that go away. I've trained at my own pace with supportive motivation from everyone. The curriculum has been perfect for me and I'm amazed at my growth in a short amount of time.

★★★★★ — Aaron, Mar 2024

Right from the get-go, it was super clear that Davidson County BJJ & Section 8 MMA wasn't just another gym. It felt more like we'd walked into a big, welcoming family. My boys have been going here for a while now, and oh boy, the difference in their confidence is just amazing.

★★★★★ — Dustin, Mar 2024

As a complete beginner to Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, I couldn’t be happier with my experience so far! The instructors are incredibly welcoming, patient, and skilled at breaking down techniques for newcomers like me. The classes are well-structured, blending fundamentals with practical application.

★★★★★ — San, Oct 2025

By way of several different reasons, I started searching for a martial arts school for my 2 young daughters. After reaching out to different local facilities, Chad replied back almost immediately and invited the girls to come in and try BJJ.

★★★★★ — Just, Sep 2023

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Your first muay thai class at Davidson County BJJ & Section 8 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 Davidson County BJJ & Section 8 MMA

135 Young Dr, Lexington, NC27292

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