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Jesse Palmer Brazilian Jiu Jitsu

5 ★★★★★ 84 Google reviews · Muay thai gym in Plano, Texas

Muay Thai gym Beginners welcome Kids & teens Private lessons Fight team

Plan your first class

  • 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 palmerbjj.com — book classes and see the live schedule
  • Phone +1 469-363-5068

Hours

Monday 8–9:30 pm
Tuesday Closed
Wednesday 8–9:30 pm
Thursday Closed
Friday 8–9:30 pm
Saturday Closed
Sunday 12–1:30 pm

Hours shift for holidays, seminars, and open-gym times — worth a quick check before a special trip.

The classes they run

Muay thai classes on the schedule at Jesse Palmer Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, confirmed in members' own reviews and the gym's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

🌱 Beginner Muay Thai 4 mentions

“Most importantly is suitable for all levels, ages and genders.”

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🧒 Kids Muay Thai 3 mentions

“My daughter was able to grasp concepts well due to his coaching.”

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Other martial arts here

Muay thai gyms are usually multi-discipline. Here's what else members mention training under the same roof at Jesse Palmer Brazilian Jiu Jitsu — mined from their reviews and the gym's own info.

🥋 Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ) 20 mentions

“Behind his talented instruction and passion for jiujitsu, his heart to want to help people better themselves stands out as one of his greatest attributes.”

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Disciplines are mined from reviews and the gym's own info — they show what members have trained, not a formal class guarantee. If you specifically want BJJ, boxing, or MMA alongside muay thai, confirm the current schedule with the gym.

What members say

The things reviewers bring up again and again across 84 Google reviews — in their own words.

🧑‍🏫 expert, authentic coaching 7 mentions

“If you’re looking for the best coaching for training or competition, there’s no doubt he’s the best of the best!”

🌱 welcoming to beginners 6 mentions

“He is super welcoming, but at the same time you’re definitely pushed to improve every class.”

🤝 no-ego, friendly gym 3 mentions

“Most impressive is his dedication to his family, to his students, and to challenging himself on/off the mats.”

📘 real technique & fundamentals 8 mentions

“He explains techniques in a way that actually makes sense to me, which helps a lot whether you’re new or have been training for a while.”

🧼 clean, well-equipped gym 3 mentions

“Great facility to train at.”

🧠 builds confidence & discipline 4 mentions

“I came in with only basic knowledge, and now I have a level of confidence and understanding that I honestly didn’t think I’d ever achieve.”

From the reviews

Professor Palmer brings a distinct level of professionalism and true respect to gi jiu jitsu. His knowledge of the discipline is world-class & he brings his students some of the best technique. As a lower belt, Palmer has shared insights as a martial artist that has given me clarity in my jiu jitsu goals.

★★★★★ — Desiree, Mar 2026

Coach Jesse is an incredible coach, as a beginner I was nervous about jumping into BJJ and he made me feel comfortable and has a very dynamic approach to teaching different techniques. He will meet you where you are at and that made my decision easy to train here!

★★★★★ — Taylor, Feb 2026

I can’t say enough great things about Jesse Palmer and his Brazilian Jiu Jitsu instruction. He’s not only an amazing teacher but a true student of the game, which really shows in how he breaks things down and continues to evolve.

★★★★★ — Adrian, Mar 2026

I’ve had a really great experience training with Coach Jesse. He is super welcoming, but at the same time you’re definitely pushed to improve every class. He explains techniques in a way that actually makes sense to me, which helps a lot whether you’re new or have been training for a while.

★★★★★ — Jake, Mar 2026

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New to muay thai? Start at Jesse Palmer Brazilian Jiu Jitsu

Jesse Palmer Brazilian Jiu Jitsu 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.

See their beginner class info

Your first muay thai class at Jesse Palmer Brazilian Jiu Jitsu

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.

Muay thai is a contact sport. Ease in, listen to your coaches, and if you have any injuries or health concerns, mention them before class and check with a doctor if you're unsure.

Where to find Jesse Palmer Brazilian Jiu Jitsu

8500 Ohio Dr, Plano, TX75024

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