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Laviano Jiu Jitsu
5 ★★★★★ 30 Google reviews · Muay thai gym in Albany, Georgia
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 (ages 5–18) — built around discipline, focus, and confidence
- Fitness & conditioning muay thai fitness and cardio classes — a serious workout you can do without ever having to spar
- Fight team a competition team for members who want to test themselves as amateur fighters
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule lavianobjj.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone (229) 256-4404
Hours
| Monday | 5–7:30 PM |
| Tuesday | 5–8:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 5–7:30 PM |
| Thursday | 5–8:30 PM |
| Friday | Closed |
| Saturday | 3–5 PM |
| Sunday | 3–5 PM |
The classes they run
“Great instruction, motivation and quality interactions excellent on all levels”
“Jamie Laviano and his team of coaches are truly more than just instructors—they are a dedicated 'Group of Guardians' for our children.”
“It is the perfect confidence booster for teens and as a girl mom I can rest assured with Jiu Jitsu that her skill could overcome weight or height.”
“In addition, "sportier", complex techniques are taught to higher belts, particularly students that compete.”
“The curriculum emphasizes the fundamentals of Brazilian jiu jitsu, which is self defense.”
Other martial arts here
“It is the perfect confidence booster for teens and as a girl mom I can rest assured with Jiu Jitsu that her skill could overcome weight or height.”
What members say
“Laviano Jiu Jitsu provides excellent instruction for those that want to learn jiu jitsu.”
“The atmosphere is welcoming, the instruction is top level, and everyone here pushes each other to get better while still keeping it fun.”
“The atmosphere is welcoming, the instruction is top level, and everyone here pushes each other to get better while still keeping it fun.”
“I originally started at Hamby BJJ to learn what I saw as the most practical form of martial art.”
“It is the perfect confidence booster for teens and as a girl mom I can rest assured with Jiu Jitsu that her skill could overcome weight or height.”
“It is the perfect confidence booster for teens and as a girl mom I can rest assured with Jiu Jitsu that her skill could overcome weight or height.”
From the reviews
Laviano Jiu Jitsu provides excellent instruction for those that want to learn jiu jitsu. The curriculum emphasizes the fundamentals of Brazilian jiu jitsu, which is self defense. In addition, "sportier", complex techniques are taught to higher belts, particularly students that compete.
As the parents of twins, King and Zion, we couldn't be more proud of the growth we’ve seen in our son and daughter in just 30 short days! Watching them both find their strength and discipline at Laviano Jiu Jitsu has been an incredible experience.
I originally started at Hamby BJJ to learn what I saw as the most practical form of martial art. I wasn't disappointed. Hamby BJJ is led by two coaches that have a passion for the art and a passion for teaching, and I'm proud to say I train here.
We absolutely love Coach Jamie and the entire staff! Our goal was for the kids to build self-confidence and gain knowledge, and this team has been amazing at helping them do exactly that. We couldn’t be happier with the experience so far.
New to muay thai? Start at Laviano Jiu Jitsu
Laviano 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 Laviano 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.