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Igor Gracie Jiu-Jitsu Academy - Gracie Lab
5 ★★★★★ 50 Google reviews · Muay thai gym in Eastchester, New York
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
- 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
- Fight team a competition team for members who want to test themselves as amateur fighters
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule igorgracie.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone (914) 235-2605
Hours
| Monday | 6 AM–8:30 PM |
| Tuesday | 6 AM–8:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 6 AM–8:30 PM |
| Thursday | 6 AM–8:30 PM |
| Friday | 6 AM–6 PM |
| Saturday | 8:30 AM–3 PM |
| Sunday | 10 AM–5 PM |
The classes they run
“My daughter has been coming here for 3 months and she's learned a lot and most importantly (at this age) it's helped her confidence and assertiveness in and out of the gym.”
“As a grandfather and 60's high school wrestler, I love and respect this place.”
“Special thanks to Coach Kevin for taking the time to give us private lessons to improve our skills and enable us to compete in Jiu-Jitsu.”
“Special thanks to Coach Kevin for taking the time to give us private lessons to improve our skills and enable us to compete in Jiu-Jitsu.”
“I also appreciate that they consistently have female coaches at the kids classes and that's been very valuable for my daughter to see adult women who know self defense.”
“The location is brand new and beautiful.”
Other martial arts here
“We must thank Coach Vitor, Misha, Kevin, Flavio, Scott, and the rest of the staff, who have helped us learn more, both in the Muay Thai program and in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu.”
What members say
“Steve and the entire team were incredibly welcoming, knowledgeable, and professional.”
“The professors and staff make you feel like you are family, and the classes are world class!”
“My son has been in the kids program for over a year, and the academy has provided him with discipline, patience, and physical activities.”
“Special thanks to Coach Kevin for taking the time to give us private lessons to improve our skills and enable us to compete in Jiu-Jitsu.”
“The new space is large, clean, bright, well-appointed, accommodating and getting better weekly.”
“I also appreciate that they consistently have female coaches at the kids classes and that's been very valuable for my daughter to see adult women who know self defense.”
From the reviews
My daughter has been coming here for 3 months and she's learned a lot and most importantly (at this age) it's helped her confidence and assertiveness in and out of the gym.
My son is trained at two different jiu-jitsu facilities and this one stands out by far. From the Owner to the head instructors to the assistant instructors, they are all amazing with the kids and the training techniques. You can tell a lot of thought goes into every single training session.
As a grandfather and 60's high school wrestler, I love and respect this place. Lots of caring young instructors and strong management who encourage their enthusiastic young students. Just the right blend of athletic discipline and personal attention. Very clean and well organized facility. 5 Stars!!!!!
This Jiu Jitsu studio is amazing with kids! The instructors are incredibly engaging, patient, and attentive—they really know how to connect with children and keep them motivated.
New to muay thai? Start at Igor Gracie Jiu-Jitsu Academy - Gracie Lab
Igor Gracie Jiu-Jitsu Academy - Gracie Lab 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 Igor Gracie Jiu-Jitsu Academy - Gracie Lab
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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