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Keweenaw Jiu-Jitsu
5 ★★★★★ 25 Google reviews · Muay thai gym in Hancock, Michigan
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
- Fight team a competition team for members who want to test themselves as amateur fighters
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule keweenawjiujitsu.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone (906) 239-0543
Hours
| Monday | 6–10 PM |
| Tuesday | 4–10 PM |
| Wednesday | 6–10 PM |
| Thursday | 4–10 PM |
| Friday | 7–10 PM |
| Saturday | 11 AM–5 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“Great basics classes for beginners and advanced classes for more experienced students.”
“Couldn't be any luckier or more grateful to have this academy so far north, highly recommend to anyone and their kids!”
“There's something for everyone, whether you want to compete, learn self defense, or just get a great workout in.”
“There's something for everyone, whether you want to compete, learn self defense, or just get a great workout in.”
Other martial arts here
“Now, after training for a year(2-3 times a week), I've lost 30lbs and learned jujitsu, judo, and kickboxing.”
“I was really interested to train here after not finding any JiuJitsu in the UP for several years - Great laid back atmosphere, good coaching -The whole crew was awesome!”
“Now, after training for a year(2-3 times a week), I've lost 30lbs and learned jujitsu, judo, and kickboxing.”
“I came from a wrestling background but was able to transition into no-gi jiujitsu quickly.”
What members say
“Great instructor, friendly atmosphere and awesome bjj!”
“Great basics classes for beginners and advanced classes for more experienced students.”
“At first, I was nervous and scared to walk in, but once I finally did, I felt silly because it wasn't what I expected at all; everyone was nice and supportive.”
“Coach ask me about my game during open role and we had a great discussion about options from my favorite positions and alternate techniques for submissions I like.”
“If you don't know, BJJ is a martial art that improves not only your ability to defend yourself, but also: Cardio, flexibility, strength, and weight management.”
“There's something for everyone, whether you want to compete, learn self defense, or just get a great workout in.”
From the reviews
I was really interested to train here after not finding any JiuJitsu in the UP for several years - Great laid back atmosphere, good coaching -The whole crew was awesome! + I had a great time training and managed to improve my fitness and learn some new techniques.
Amazing gym, team, and coaches! I trained here for about 3 years. I felt welcomed and a part of the team from day one. The main coach, Stan, goes above and beyond for his students and is very invested in the team and the gym.
I dropped in to train while vacationing in the UP. Stan is an excellent instructor. He provides high quality technical instruction, and it is clear that Stan is very knowledgeable and well-rounded coach.The students at the school were friendly and mirrored their instructor’s technical skill.
Started training here through the university (MTU) and ended up joining the gym. Great place to learn! I came from a wrestling background but was able to transition into no-gi jiujitsu quickly. I recently have moved to Houston and have been working on trying to find a gym.
New to muay thai? Start at Keweenaw Jiu-Jitsu
Keweenaw 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.
Your first muay thai class at Keweenaw 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.