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SBG Atlanta - Buford
4.9 ★★★★★ 309 Google reviews · Muay thai gym in Buford, Georgia
Members-only gym offering group workouts for adults & kids, including bootcamp, boxing & Jiu-Jitsu.
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 sbgatlanta.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone (770) 277-8741
Hours
| Monday | 9 AM–2 PM, 4–9 PM |
| Tuesday | 9 AM–2 PM, 4–9 PM |
| Wednesday | 9 AM–2 PM, 4–9 PM |
| Thursday | 9 AM–2 PM, 4–9 PM |
| Friday | 9 AM–2 PM, 4–8 PM |
| Saturday | 8 AM–1 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“Whether you’re a beginner or have more experience, you’ll feel right at home.”
“I train at SBG with two of my daughters and have had nothing but great experiences here.”
“One of the best parts has to be when we compete together, the team spirit and support makes it so much fun!”
“Coach Pat runs an excellent Muay Thai program that emphasizes technique and making sure that you understand the fundamentals.”
“I wanted to try something new to get in shape and be active because I don’t like going to normal gyms.”
Other martial arts here
“My husband had taken the performance class and really enjoyed it and recently joined the kickboxing classes.”
“I've been at this gym for a month now, focusing on both the basic foundations of Muay Thai and Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu.”
“I started training MMA in Lynchburg, VA where I went to college.”
What members say
“All the coaches are amazing and make sure everyone is learning and progressing but also focusing on a safe environment for everyone.”
“When I walked in on my first class, the coaches were extremely welcoming and willing to even give you tips on your form.”
“Even when I had to take a break due to other issues I’ve come back after those were dealt with I was greeted with friendly faces and open arms on my welcome back.”
“I’ve not only learned countless techniques on the mats, but I’ve also learned a lot about myself like the importance of patience, discipline, and pushing through challenges.”
“Whether your goal is fitness, fighting, or a hobbyist like myself the family atmosphere and tribe here is second to none!”
“Coach Drew balances that intensity with smart, patient coaching that breaks things down so cleanly you walk out feeling tougher, smarter, and genuinely leveled up.”
From the reviews
I could not recommend this gym enough. I started training MMA in Lynchburg, VA where I went to college. Coming home to Georgia for the summer typically meant training at home, but this past summer I was determined to find a good local gym.
I've been a member of SBG Buford for close to 3 years now. Great gym with a very safe and welcoming community. All of the coaches are amazing and really do care about your progression and investing in you as an individual.
My son has been training at SBG Buford since he was 4 years old—he’s now 14! From the moment you walk in, you’re greeted by the front desk, then the coaches. The atmosphere is always friendly and welcoming.
Cleanest facility, best vibes, and great coaching all around! Whether your goal is fitness, fighting, or a hobbyist like myself the family atmosphere and tribe here is second to none! The coaches here truly invest in every student and care about your personal growth on and off the mats.
New to muay thai? Start at SBG Atlanta - Buford
SBG Atlanta - Buford 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 SBG Atlanta - Buford
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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