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Gracie Barra Burton Jiu-Jitsu and Muay-thai
4.7 ★★★★★ 99 Google reviews · Muay thai gym in Burton, Michigan
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 — built around discipline, focus, and confidence
- Women's classes dedicated women's muay thai classes — a welcoming space to train and start out in
- Fitness & conditioning muay thai fitness and cardio classes — a serious workout you can do without ever having to spar
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule graciebarraburton.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone (810) 965-7115
Hours
| Monday | 8 AM–8 PM |
| Tuesday | 8 AM–8 PM |
| Wednesday | 8 AM–8 PM |
| Thursday | 8 AM–8 PM |
| Friday | 8 AM–8 PM |
| Saturday | 10 AM–5 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“My daughter Dahlia had been training at Cosens in Grand Blanc but wasn't getting what she needed there, so we decided to give Gracie Barra a try.”
“The women's class is both fun and educational!”
“Martial arts is about competence and emotional mastery, to that end Gracie Barra of Burton is an experience I would recommend to anyone.”
“More than just self defense, they teach discipline, respect, humility and the staff and students are more like a family than anything.”
“Every time I attend, I leave feeling like I've gotten a great workout and learned something new.”
“I highly recommend this place to anyone looking to train, whether you're a beginner or more experienced.”
Other martial arts here
“I’ve been going to Gracie Barra Burton Jiu-Jitsu and Muay-thai for a couple months and it’s one of the best gyms I’ve trained at.”
What members say
“I cant wait to continue to grow and learn from not only Professor Burchfield, but all of the great coaches that teach and are always willing to help.”
“This gym has been a lifeline, providing the solace and safe environment I need to manage my PTSD and continue growing not only for myself, but more importantly, for my family.”
“My daughter has absolutely loved it, her coaches, everything!”
“Beyond competition, beyond sport and beyond the physical nature of the experience there is a real sense of community and human decency.”
“The women's class is both fun and educational!”
“Now, almost two years later, I can say with full confidence that this place has been one of the best decisions we've made for our daughter.”
From the reviews
My daughter has just left Cosens in Grand Blanc because she was not getting at all what she needed from there. We came to Gracie Barra as a trial to make sure we were going to like it, turns out we loved it. We have been going for a couple months now and let me tell you since day one.
I've been training at Gracie Barra Burton for about a year now, and I couldn't be happier with my experience. The staff here is fantastic, and I mostly work with Pav and Ryan who instruct Muay Thai. Both are incredibly knowledgeable and patient, making every class challenging yet rewarding.
I’ve trained at Gracie Barra Burton with Jim for twenty something years and received my black belt from him. Great place to train, great kids program!!! Jim’s a great instructor/ Black belt and his coaches are top notch. Get on the mats you won’t regret it!! Andy Douglass
My daughter Dahlia had been training at Cosens in Grand Blanc but wasn't getting what she needed there, so we decided to give Gracie Barra a try. From the very first trial class, we fell in love with it! The coaches are incredibly hands-on and genuinely invested in each child's growth.
New to muay thai? Start at Gracie Barra Burton Jiu-Jitsu and Muay-thai
Gracie Barra Burton Jiu-Jitsu and Muay-thai 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 Gracie Barra Burton Jiu-Jitsu and Muay-thai
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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