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Arena Combat Sports | Muay Thai Kickboxing | Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu | Boxing
4.8 ★★★★★ 61 Google reviews · BJJ gym in Miami, Florida
Full-service martial arts academy offering classes in Muay Thai kickboxing, Brazilian jiu-jitsu, boxing, and MMA.
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 BJJ classes (ages 3–6) — 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
- Competition team a competition team for members who want to test themselves at tournaments
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule arenacombatsports.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone +1 786-369-6834
Hours
| Monday | 3–9 pm |
| Tuesday | 7–8:30 am, 3–9 pm |
| Wednesday | 3–9 pm |
| Thursday | 7–8:30 am, 3–9 pm |
| Friday | 3–8 pm |
| Saturday | 9 am–1:30 pm |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“They are patient, encouraging, and truly dedicated to helping kids thrive through Muay Thai, Kickboxing, Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, and Boxing.”
“If you’re interested in a low-pressure/encouraging but challenging environment to learn self-defense, just have fun, or get in shape, this could be the place for you.”
“It's an intensive workout that has seen me drop 15+ lbs since I started -- and as a first-time learner, I'm definitely glad I picked this as a go-to.”
Other martial arts here
“They are patient, encouraging, and truly dedicated to helping kids thrive through Muay Thai, Kickboxing, Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, and Boxing.”
“Highly recommend for anyone with interest in mixed martial arts, BJJ or muy thai!”
“They are patient, encouraging, and truly dedicated to helping kids thrive through Muay Thai, Kickboxing, Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, and Boxing.”
“They are patient, encouraging, and truly dedicated to helping kids thrive through Muay Thai, Kickboxing, Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, and Boxing.”
What members say
“From day one Coach Carlos has been a great support to motivate and encourage my teenage boy to work hard, be accountable, and dedicated to the sport.”
“The gym is clean and well equipped and everyone that I've had the pleasure of meeting is super friendly and welcoming!”
“The gym is clean and well equipped and everyone that I've had the pleasure of meeting is super friendly and welcoming!”
“He is incredibly knowledgeable in his trade and makes sure to attend every member - improving their form and technique.”
“I was looking for a workout that constantly challenged me as I was tired of the same old cardio-core routine I couldn't seem to escape.”
“My 4-year-old niece is part of their Combat Sports program, and the growth we’ve seen in her confidence, discipline, and coordination has been incredible.”
From the reviews
Coach Carlos has been a great teacher so far! I’m new to martial arts but coach does a good job of explaining the movements and helping me adjust my form. Every class I learn a little bit more and it’s been great for my cardio, mobility, and mind-body connection.
I feel like this gym is truly one of a kind. It strikes the perfect balance between discipline and a welcoming, healthy vibe. The coach is one of the nicest guys you’ll meet, his years of training and dedication are evident, and he sets such a high standard that you naturally want to follow his guidance out of respect…
I can’t say enough great things about this gym! My 4-year-old niece is part of their Combat Sports program, and the growth we’ve seen in her confidence, discipline, and coordination has been incredible.
I've been attending this gym for almost a few months now and with both the friendly, uplifting environment and Carlos as well as Eduardo being excellent mentors, I've been able to instill solid confidence both in myself and in my developing technique of Muay Thai.
New to BJJ? Start at Arena Combat Sports | Muay Thai Kickboxing | Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu | Boxing
Arena Combat Sports | Muay Thai Kickboxing | Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu | Boxing comes up as a beginner-friendly gym — noted on their own site. If you've never rolled or set foot on a mat, 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 or flexible to start — you get in shape by training, not before it, and coaches scale the intensity to you. Second, you won't be thrown into hard rolling — reputable gyms build fundamentals (positions, escapes, and basic submissions) for weeks, live rolling eases in gradually, and tapping early keeps every roll safe. 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, and leave your ego at the door. Most gyms are happy to let you watch or try a class first, so reach out before you commit.
Your first BJJ class at Arena Combat Sports | Muay Thai Kickboxing | Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu | Boxing
Nervous about walking into a BJJ 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 basic positions and escapes with a partner — not hard sparring. Rest whenever you need to; no one will bat an eye. What to wear: athletic wear you can move in (or a gi if you have one); you'll train barefoot on the mats. What to bring: water and a mouthguard if you have one — many gyms lend a loaner gi for a first class, so it's worth asking when you call. As you keep training you'll add your own gi (or a rashguard and shorts for no-gi) and a mouthguard. Live rolling eases in gradually, 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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