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Gracie Barra Novi
4.9 ★★★★★ 163 Google reviews · Muay thai gym in Novi, 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
- 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
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule graciebarradetroit.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone +1 248-504-4361
Hours
| Monday | 8 am–9 pm |
| Tuesday | 8 am–9 pm |
| Wednesday | 8 am–9 pm |
| Thursday | 8 am–9 pm |
| Friday | 8 am–9 pm |
| Saturday | 8 am–9 pm |
| Sunday | 8 am–9 pm |
The classes they run
“The instruction is excellent with coaches who genuinely care about helping every student improve whether you’re a complete beginner or an experienced competitor.”
“I highly recommend it, the coaches do such a good job with the kids - they are patient, kind, and always ensure the kids understand the moves.”
“Starting with the amazing women’s class full of fun techniques and a safe space for women to come together and learn BJJ.”
“As a complete beginner I was pleasantly surprised to have someone with a lot of experience take the time to teach me one on one.”
“If you’re looking for a place to learn Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu get in shape build confidence and be part of a strong community I highly recommend Gracie Barra Novi.”
“A lot of sparring from side control, full guard, usually whatever the days lesson was about.”
“I also did calisthenics , fundamentals and advanced BJJ classes.”
“I recommend Gracie Barra classes evryone who wants to learn self defense, I ensure that you will be in good hands and learn from the best team!”
Other martial arts here
“Jiu-jitsu has taught me how to stay calm under pressure work through challenges and keep showing up even when things are difficult.”
“Gracie barra offered the best foundational training and the freedoms to explore more of the mma world.”
What members say
“This place has multiple amazing coaches, both male and female, for BJJ who can effectively teach you regardless of your understanding or experience.”
“The instruction is excellent with coaches who genuinely care about helping every student improve whether you’re a complete beginner or an experienced competitor.”
“Supportive, caring, professional coaches who love BJJ and excited to be apart of your BJJ journey.”
“Starting with the amazing women’s class full of fun techniques and a safe space for women to come together and learn BJJ.”
“I'd recommend it to anyone wanting to learn more about martial arts or get a great workout in.”
“This place has multiple amazing coaches, both male and female, for BJJ who can effectively teach you regardless of your understanding or experience.”
From the reviews
I originally chose this place for Brazilian Jujitsu because they offered classes for both my 3 and 5-year-old children. The coaches are truly exceptional, skilled, patient, and incredibly understanding of the unique needs of such a young age group.
My son has been taking Jiu Jitsu classes here for over a year now and it has been a great experience. He's now 6 years old and training here has helped him gain confidence, learn respect, patience, and also how to be a good team mate. My son has learned and grown so much in this short year.
Amazing place!! Supportive, caring, professional coaches who love BJJ and excited to be apart of your BJJ journey. I do the women’s only class and love how the lessons we learn on the mat are also valuable off it. Highly recommend. Once you start you’ll be obsessed!
I had a great experience training Muay Thai at GB Novi! Instructors were friendly and knowledgeable. Great, welcoming environment for beginners of the sport. I'd recommend it to anyone wanting to learn more about martial arts or get a great workout in.
New to muay thai? Start at Gracie Barra Novi
Gracie Barra Novi 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 Novi
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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