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Impact Jiu Jitsu Albuquerque
4.9 ★★★★★ 179 Google reviews · Muay thai gym in Albuquerque, New Mexico
Authentic Thai — reviews and the gym's own info point to coaching rooted in Thailand's muay thai tradition. If lineage matters to you, ask where the coaches trained and about their kru.
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
- Drop-ins drop-ins run around $35 — many gyms also offer monthly memberships and a discounted first session, so ask about new-member rates
- 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 3–13) — 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
- Fight team a competition team for members who want to test themselves as amateur fighters
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule impactjjabq.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone +1 505-672-7559
Hours
| Monday | 5 am–9 pm |
| Tuesday | 5 am–9 pm |
| Wednesday | 5 am–9 pm |
| Thursday | 5 am–9 pm |
| Friday | 5 am–9 pm |
| Saturday | 9 am–3 pm |
| Sunday | 12–2 pm |
The classes they run
“The coaching staff is incredible, and the kids learn more than just the foundations of jiu jitsu - they learn about respect, teamwork, hard work, and supporting each other.”
“It can sometimes be hard as a woman to find a place to train.”
“I was able to drop in and get a great workout with some great people.”
“Instructional part of class was great and then did some positional sparring followed by live rounds.”
“The coaching staff is incredible, and the kids learn more than just the foundations of jiu jitsu - they learn about respect, teamwork, hard work, and supporting each other.”
“I started at Impact about a year ago, first time training in bjj.”
Other martial arts here
“The coaching staff is incredible, and the kids learn more than just the foundations of jiu jitsu - they learn about respect, teamwork, hard work, and supporting each other.”
What members say
“The coaches are knowledgeable, patient, and committed to helping every student improve, no matter their experience level.”
“Coach Michelle is a natural leader and role model for the students, and Ben & Kaethe run a clean, welcoming, and supportive environment.”
“I was on a short trip from California to visit some family and wanted to get a few rolls in, in between activities and tried Impact Jiu-Jitsu.”
“The level of instruction is excellent—clear, technical, and always focused on helping students build strong fundamentals while continuing to grow.”
“I was able to drop in and get a great workout with some great people.”
“With both an adult program and a kids program, Impact offers a comprehensive training experience for folks of all ages and skill levels.”
From the reviews
This gym is perfect, I was able to drop in and get into a class right away. The people that work there and the people that go are really cool and fun to work with. You get a warm welcome, its nice.
My children have been members at Impact Jiu Jitsu for about 18 months and we couldn't be happier with the experience. My 12 yr old son started in the children's class and has had a seamless transition to the adult classes. He really enjoys the class and is thriving.
Most professional, knowledgeable, and welcoming people I’ve ever met. The owners are amazing humans, the coaches are amazing, and the team…. also… incredible. Couldn’t be happier with my time at Impact. 🙏🏼
Awesome training! The facilities are beautiful and some really tough yet friendly rounds. Just be aware of the altitude... It was a great workout! I'll definitely be back next time I'm in the ABQ area.
New to muay thai? Start at Impact Jiu Jitsu Albuquerque
Impact Jiu Jitsu Albuquerque 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 Impact Jiu Jitsu Albuquerque
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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