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Parabellum Jiu Jitsu MMA Academy
5 ★★★★★ 124 Google reviews · Muay thai gym in Asheville, North Carolina
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 parabellumbjjavl.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone (828) 412-5065
Hours
| Monday | 12–1 PM, 4–8 PM |
| Tuesday | 12–1 PM, 4–8 PM |
| Wednesday | 12–1 PM, 4–8 PM |
| Thursday | 12–1 PM, 4–8 PM |
| Friday | 12–1 PM, 4–8 PM |
| Saturday | 11 AM–1 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“The coaching staff is knowledgeable, patient, and highly experienced, making Parabellum an excellent choice for beginners, competitors, and advanced athletes alike.”
“Parabellum Jiu-Jitsu & MMA Academy in Asheville, North Carolina is hands down one of the best martial arts gyms in Western North Carolina for both kids and adults!”
“My family and I were visiting the area from South Florida and took a private class with Coach Shaun.”
“We’ll definitely continue coming here to help my son grow and eventually compete.”
“Classes are structured, safe, and challenging, with a strong focus on technique, discipline, and real-world self-defense.”
Other martial arts here
“Whether you’re training Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, MMA, wrestling, boxing, or kickboxing, this academy delivers elite-level instruction in a welcoming, professional environment.”
“Whether you’re training Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, MMA, wrestling, boxing, or kickboxing, this academy delivers elite-level instruction in a welcoming, professional environment.”
“Parabellum Jiu-Jitsu & MMA Academy in Asheville, North Carolina is hands down one of the best martial arts gyms in Western North Carolina for both kids and adults!”
“Parabellum Jiu-Jitsu & MMA Academy in Asheville, North Carolina is hands down one of the best martial arts gyms in Western North Carolina for both kids and adults!”
“Whether you’re training Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, MMA, wrestling, boxing, or kickboxing, this academy delivers elite-level instruction in a welcoming, professional environment.”
What members say
“Nicole is an excellent instructor who is passionate about the sport and very patient and methodical in her teaching, while also challenging you to get outside of your comfort zone.”
“Whether you’re training Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, MMA, wrestling, boxing, or kickboxing, this academy delivers elite-level instruction in a welcoming, professional environment.”
“Whether you’re training Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, MMA, wrestling, boxing, or kickboxing, this academy delivers elite-level instruction in a welcoming, professional environment.”
“Classes are structured, safe, and challenging, with a strong focus on technique, discipline, and real-world self-defense.”
“Parabellum is by far the greatest choice I could have made to help my child with structure and discipline.”
“Whether your goal is competition, self-defense, fitness, or personal growth, this MMA and Jiu-Jitsu academy provides the tools and support to help you succeed.”
From the reviews
Parabellum Jiu Jitsu offers high level coaching. They are ready to work and perform at high level competitions. The coaches are amazing and truly want their students to succeed.
Excellent place to train. At Parabellum Jiu Jitsu MMA Academy, the atmosphere is very professional yet welcoming. The instructors are patient, attentive, and truly focused on helping you improve your technique in every class. My husband trains here and has made incredible progress in both Jiu-Jitsu and boxing.
Shaun and CJ at Parabellum Gym are absolutely outstanding. This is a top-notch wrestling, jiu-jitsu, and boxing gym with a truly professional atmosphere. The coaching level is elite — they train champions — but what really sets them apart is the patience and care they show to the youngest beginners.
Parabellum Jiu Jitsu MMA Academy is absolutely amazing! The owner, Shaun, has done an incredible job building such a positive and professional environment. Coaches Braden and Mannix are fantastic with my 6-year-old son, they’re patient, knowledgeable, and truly passionate about teaching BJJ.
New to muay thai? Start at Parabellum Jiu Jitsu MMA Academy
Parabellum Jiu Jitsu MMA Academy 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 Parabellum Jiu Jitsu MMA Academy
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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