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Paramount Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
5 ★★★★★ 152 Google reviews · Muay thai gym in Downingtown, Pennsylvania
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
- Fitness & conditioning muay thai fitness and cardio classes — a serious workout you can do without ever having to spar
- 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 paramountbjj.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone +1 610-269-1127
Hours
| Monday | 7:30–9 am, 5–9:30 pm |
| Tuesday | 12–2 pm, 5–10 pm |
| Wednesday | 7:30–9 am, 5–9:30 pm |
| Thursday | 5–10 pm |
| Friday | 7:30–9 am |
| Saturday | 9 am–2:30 pm |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“As a lady trying a combat sport like this for the first time on my own, these folks have made it an engaging, encouraging and comfortable beginning.”
“My son started has been taking classes for over a year and it’s amazing to see the progress that he has made.”
“If you are on the fence and want to get in shape, learn a martial art and generally improve your life, then this is the place to go.”
“Most of the classes consist of working with a partner, learning a technique, hitting pads and there is optional sparring a few times per week.”
“To those that don't know what it is, it's like kickboxing but there are additional things allowed like sweeps, clinching, knees and elbows.”
“I just started taking the Basics BJJ classes at Paramount, and I have to say, I was super nervous at first since I don't have any experience.”
“Whether you are looking to get in shape, learn self defense, or build self-confidence, Paramount has it all!”
Other martial arts here
“To those that don't know what it is, it's like kickboxing but there are additional things allowed like sweeps, clinching, knees and elbows.”
“My son has so much fun there while also learning bjj, the importance of staying fit, discipline, focus, and other important lessons that he can take with him throughout his life.”
What members say
“Coaches Glenn, Rob, and Zack do a great job of keeping the kids engaged throughout the whole class while keeping the environment challenging and fun.”
“The coaches are knowledgeable and welcoming and everyone is always ready to help each other anytime there are questions or someone needs some help with techniques.”
“From the moment I walked through the door, I was greeted by not only the friendly staff, but the friendly coaches and students too.”
“They’ve also got a very cohesive curriculum, a library of online video tutorials for each technique they teach and a pretty big community of both men and women of all levels.”
“Most of the classes consist of working with a partner, learning a technique, hitting pads and there is optional sparring a few times per week.”
“They’ve also got a very cohesive curriculum, a library of online video tutorials for each technique they teach and a pretty big community of both men and women of all levels.”
From the reviews
I joined Paramount hoping to mix up my workout routine and learn a little self defense. I had no prior martial arts experience. Luckily, Paramount has a very organized beginners program designed to introduce novices to the fundamentals of the sport and self defense.
I joined Paramount eager to get back into training, but didn't know what to expect. From my initial tour and intro, I felt at ease! The team at the front was welcoming, my intro with Zach was very helpful, and shortly after I attended my first class!
I've been training at Paramount since around Septmeber 2022. I have to admit I was nervous about even walking in the door at first. I had never trained any type of martial arts in my life and I was 45 years old. I started out with Muay Thai two days per week.
I can't say enough positive things about Paramount Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. The coaches, staff and fellow students are all top grade. I walked into the gym 1 year ago knowing nothing about Jiu Jitsu, I was just looking for a change in my routine.
New to muay thai? Start at Paramount Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
Paramount 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.
Your first muay thai class at Paramount 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.
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