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Sharpen Iron Academy - SIA
4.9 ★★★★★ 131 Google reviews · Muay thai gym in Plano, Texas
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
- Women's classes dedicated women's muay thai classes — a welcoming space to train and start out in
- 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 sharpenironacademy.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone +1 214-227-7111
Hours
| Monday | 12–1 pm, 3:30–9 pm |
| Tuesday | 6–7 am, 3:30–8:45 pm |
| Wednesday | 12–1 pm, 3:45–9 pm |
| Thursday | 6–7 am, 3:30–9 pm |
| Friday | 11:55 am–1:30 pm, 4:45–7:30 pm |
| Saturday | 9 am–1 pm |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“As a beginner last year, I was welcomed and felt at home day 1.”
“It's clear that they care deeply about the students' progress and development, fostering an environment where kids feel encouraged and motivated.”
“The jiu-jitsu classes are amazing, and the real highlight for me has been the women’s classes.”
“Many want to compete and many just want to be active and learn self-defense.”
“BJJ is one of the most difficult endeavors in athletics and self-defense and I love every minute.”
Other martial arts here
“Nestled in West Plano - Sharpen Iron Academy stands as a beacon of excellence in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu.”
What members say
“From the very first class, the coach made me feel completely comfortable and right at home I’m so grateful for this amazing team!”
“From day one, I was very well received, with a welcoming and respectful environment from both the instructors and the students.”
“They not only teach the students essential techniques and skills but also make sure they have a great time in the process.”
“But what truly sets SIA apart is its extraordinary kids program.”
“We really enjoy the balance of family friendly and competition they have here.”
“The academy’s facilities are also excellent, with well-maintained mats and a clean, organized space, which makes a big difference in daily training.”
From the reviews
Nestled in West Plano - Sharpen Iron Academy stands as a beacon of excellence in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu. From the moment you enter, the friendly staff welcomes you to SIA; setting the tone for an exceptional experience. The clean and well-organized space reflects the commitment to excellence that defines the academy.
Training at this Jiu-Jitsu academy has been an incredible experience. From day one, I was very well received, with a welcoming and respectful environment from both the instructors and the students.
My son started jiu jitsu a year ago at another facility. He loved the sparring and competing with his team. At his first tournament I was amazed at the moves the other gyms were doing. During the tournament I had several interactions with the families from SIA.
SIA is an outstanding place for both learning and growth! We absolutely love bringing our son here to learn such an exciting and rewarding discipline. The professors at SIA are incredibly skilled and passionate about what they do.
New to muay thai? Start at Sharpen Iron Academy - SIA
Sharpen Iron Academy - SIA 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 Sharpen Iron Academy - SIA
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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