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Jiu-Jitsu Columbus

4.9 ★★★★★ 167 Google reviews · Muay thai gym in Columbus, Georgia

Free trial Beginners welcome Kids & teens Private lessons Fight team

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
  • 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 jiujitsucolumbus.com — book classes and see the live schedule
  • Phone (706) 992-5606

Hours

Monday 12–1 PM, 4–8:30 PM
Tuesday 12–1 PM, 4–8:30 PM
Wednesday 12–1 PM, 4–8:30 PM
Thursday 12–1 PM, 4–8:30 PM
Friday 12–1 PM, 5:30–7 PM
Saturday 10 AM–1 PM
Sunday Closed

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 Jiu-Jitsu Columbus, confirmed in members' own reviews and the gym's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

🌱 Beginner Muay Thai 6 mentions

“Moved here for 6 months and immediately started training here, felt like a perfect environment that cultivates competitive rolling with detailed oriented drills for all levels.”

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🧒 Kids Muay Thai 19 mentions

“The coaches here truly care about the kids and not just their skills on the mat, but also their growth as confident, respectful kids.”

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👤 Private Lessons

“A multitude of opportunities to train in the afternoon, evening, weekend open mats, or set up a private class with one of the black belts.”

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🥊 Sparring 2 mentions

“Had a great time working on drills, technique and situational sparring.”

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🛡️ Self-Defense

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🔓 Open Gym 2 mentions

“A multitude of opportunities to train in the afternoon, evening, weekend open mats, or set up a private class with one of the black belts.”

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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 Jiu-Jitsu Columbus — mined from their reviews and the gym's own info.

🥋 Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ) 25 mentions

“My daughter used to get very frustrated when she didn't get something the first time, I haven't seen that once since she joined jiu jitsu Columbus.”

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🤼 Judo 5 mentions

“Sensei Chris runs an excellent Judo program that pairs perfectly with Jiu-Jitsu and has added to my standup game.”

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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 167 Google reviews — in their own words.

🌱 welcoming to beginners 10 mentions

“Moved here for 6 months and immediately started training here, felt like a perfect environment that cultivates competitive rolling with detailed oriented drills for all levels.”

🤝 no-ego, friendly gym 15 mentions

“Professor Brandon has done a fantastic job creating a culture that is welcoming, professional, and focused on growth.”

📘 real technique & fundamentals 3 mentions

“The integration of Judo techniques into the Jiu-Jitsu curriculum has significantly improved my overall grappling skills.”

🧒 strong kids program 5 mentions

“The physical training they do is amazing and my kids love working on their moves with their friends!”

🥊 legit sparring & fight team 7 mentions

“I was able to do a class with Professor Jason Keaton while visiting Columbus for a combatives competition.”

🧼 clean, well-equipped gym 5 mentions

“Clean, Spacious and the instruction is outstanding!”

From the reviews

My little brother (11) and I (24) started training here in March of this year, and the instructors are phenomenal. Professor Jason, and Coach Rob do an excellent job on teaching the kids jiu-jitsu, and life lessons. The instructors here really go above and beyond to make everyone feel welcomed.

★★★★★ — Shawn, Sep 2019

One of the best kept secrets in Columbus, GA!! Both of my boys, 6 and 3, love working out and learning with the amazing professionals here. It is so much more than just physical fitness! The coaches work on manners, respect and treating others kindly.

★★★★★ — Lisa, Jul 2021

My son Kaden thoroughly loved working with Blind Fury.The owner Jason is a really great guy and he seems to enjoy what he does. All of the instructors were great as well. My son gained lots of confidence and was able to use his training to protect himself.

★★★★★ — Jason, Oct 2017

The kids program here is outstanding! My 5 year old has only been here a few months and the support of this community has helped Pierce on and off the mat. On the mat, the individual instruction and discipline from the teachers help focus and the importance of respecting others.

★★★★★ — Tre, Aug 2025

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New to muay thai? Start at Jiu-Jitsu Columbus

Jiu-Jitsu Columbus 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.

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Your first muay thai class at Jiu-Jitsu Columbus

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 Jiu-Jitsu Columbus

506 Manchester Expy a4, Columbus, GA31904

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