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Gracie Bradenton
4.9 ★★★★★ 111 Google reviews · Muay thai gym in Bradenton, Florida
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
- 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
- Fight team a competition team for members who want to test themselves as amateur fighters
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule graciebradenton.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone +1 941-405-0030
Hours
| Monday | 6–7:30 am, 10:30 am–12 pm, 5–10 pm |
| Tuesday | 6–7:30 am, 10:30 am–12 pm, 5–10 pm |
| Wednesday | 6–7:30 am, 10:30 am–12 pm, 5–10 pm |
| Thursday | 6–7:30 am, 10:30 am–12 pm, 5–10 pm |
| Friday | 6–7:30 am, 10:30 am–1 pm, 5–10 pm |
| Saturday | 11 am–1 pm |
| Sunday | 10:30 am–1 pm |
The classes they run
“Walking in with no experience as a women when all I saw was men in there was a little intimidating but quickly I became very comfortable around this amazing group of people.”
“Gracie Bradenton is an extraordinary place where my children have found themselves over the past year, where they’ve been optimally trained, coached, and supported.”
“My teen and I both train here and we love it.”
“They are learning so much about confidence, self control, and self defense.”
“Two of my favorite parts of the week are the Sunday open mat and the Friday gauntlet class.”
Other martial arts here
“I’ve also been doing the kickboxing classes, and the coach for that is amazing—I’ve learned so much in such a short time.”
“The kick boxing is also one of the best things I ever joined!”
“The coaches are super professional but also genuinely care about every single kid—they’re not just teaching jiu-jitsu, they’re building confidence and character.”
What members say
“The coaches and upper belts have a great amount of patience because even now they tell me the same things and they don’t mind repeating themselves.”
“Walking in with no experience as a women when all I saw was men in there was a little intimidating but quickly I became very comfortable around this amazing group of people.”
“It did feel awkward at first but it didn’t last long and I realized I wanted to not only be apart of the gym but also the family they have created there.”
“Been bringing my kids there since December and they love it.”
“Based on my visit, I can conclude the gym was clean, the people were nice, and overall it looked like a very solid place to train.”
“Walking in with no experience as a women when all I saw was men in there was a little intimidating but quickly I became very comfortable around this amazing group of people.”
From the reviews
Walking in with no experience as a women when all I saw was men in there was a little intimidating but quickly I became very comfortable around this amazing group of people.
Visited the gym for the first time today and trained with these guys. Was recommended by my coach to stop in and train with Sonny and his crew and really glad I did. Had a lot of fun, quality training, and instructor was great.
Trained with Sonny n the crew for 5weeks while I was in town visiting from Australia. From the very first day everyone was super friendly and very welcoming. I thoroughly enjoyed Sonny’s coaching style and definitely picked up a few thing in my time there.
We started taking our 4 yr old Liam to the class for children and they do such a good job here. Everybody is so friendly and accommodating and all the staff and coaches are top notch and work so well with kids. Our son has so much fun and feels so comfortable there that he cries most times when we leave, lol.
New to muay thai? Start at Gracie Bradenton
Gracie Bradenton 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 Bradenton
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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