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Renzo Gracie Jiu Jitsu Academy Milford
4.7 ★★★★★ 61 Google reviews · Muay thai gym in Milford, Connecticut
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
- 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 renzograciemilford.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone +1 203-496-5827
Hours
| Monday | 10 am–10 pm |
| Tuesday | 10 am–10 pm |
| Wednesday | 10 am–10 pm |
| Thursday | 10 am–10 pm |
| Friday | 10 am–10 pm |
| Saturday | 8 am–5 pm |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“Seeing how several years of training turned young boys and girls into confident men and women encouraged me to enroll my own children in the academy as well.”
“My son's skills have developed quickly and he has just started taking private lessons with Coach Kubi to build his confidence with the goal of competing.”
“Jessen is a stud that will gladly teach you and it’s a chance to watch a pro fighter work.”
“Highly recommend for any parent that wants to get their child involved in martial arts or self defense.”
Other martial arts here
“I only wanted the best BJJ and Gracie lineage and my research kept bringing to Renzo Gracie in Milford and I haven't turned back since!”
“Or if you’re looking to train MMA or further your career martial arts This is the number one place to start.”
What members say
“The coaches are amazing and the confidence and skills my son has learned are worth any amount of money.”
“Renzo Gracie Jiu-Jitsu Milford is an amazing academy with a warm, welcoming, and respectful atmosphere.”
“If you’re considering jiu jitsu for yourself or your family, I highly recommend giving this location a chance.”
“My children love training here and feel confident and part of a community.”
“Jessen is a stud that will gladly teach you and it’s a chance to watch a pro fighter work.”
“Clean, spacious facility, helpful staff and impeccable quality of instruction.”
From the reviews
My son started taking the Young Lions class at the academy about a year ago. I can't say enough about how wonderful this place is. All the coaches are extremely knowledgeable, super dedicated and very helpful. The place is always sparkling clean and welcoming. They are also super accommodating.
My son has been going for 2 years and loves it. The coaches are amazing and the confidence and skills my son has learned are worth any amount of money. Highly recommend for any parent that wants to get their child involved in martial arts or self defense.
My son has been training for almost 2 years and I take adult classes as well. Everyone is so welcoming, from coaches to teammates, parents and students. My son's skills have developed quickly and he has just started taking private lessons with Coach Kubi to build his confidence with the goal of competing.
Coach Mark has been nothing but great and patient with helping me get set. He also takes the time to know his students. the fellow members have been nothing short of amazing in teaching me and taking me under their wings no matter the belt color.
New to muay thai? Start at Renzo Gracie Jiu Jitsu Academy Milford
Renzo Gracie Jiu Jitsu Academy Milford 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 Renzo Gracie Jiu Jitsu Academy Milford
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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