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Dunham's Martial Arts Training Center

4.9 ★★★★★ 189 Google reviews · BJJ gym in Springfield, Missouri

BJJ gym Kids & teens

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  • Kids & youth classes kids and youth BJJ classes — built around discipline, focus, and confidence
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  • Website & schedule dunhamsmartialarts.com — book classes and see the live schedule
  • Phone +1 417-766-2682

Hours

Monday 10 am–9 pm
Tuesday 10 am–9 pm
Wednesday 10 am–9 pm
Thursday 10 am–9 pm
Friday 10 am–9 pm
Saturday 10 am–9 pm
Sunday Closed

Hours shift for holidays, seminars, and open-gym times — worth a quick check before a special trip.

The classes they run

BJJ classes on the schedule at Dunham's Martial Arts Training Center, confirmed in members' own reviews and the gym's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

🧒 Kids BJJ 17 mentions

“My daughter has attended here for going on 2 years, in that time she has grown so much in respect, leadership skills, and being a positive person for her community.”

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🛡️ Self-Defense 6 mentions

“Dunham's Martial Arts is more than just a place to learn self defense, Dunham's provides a positive environment which encourages self improvement guided by caring instructors.”

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Other martial arts here

BJJ gyms are usually multi-discipline. Here's what else members mention training under the same roof at Dunham's Martial Arts Training Center — mined from their reviews and the gym's own info.

🎽 Karate 3 mentions

“The teachers are amazing with little kids and the lessons are teaching the kids karate paired with self control, self discipline and self awareness.”

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Disciplines are mined from reviews and the gym's own info — they show what members have trained, not a formal class guarantee. If you specifically want MMA, muay thai, or wrestling alongside your BJJ, confirm the current schedule with the gym.

What members say

The things reviewers bring up again and again across 189 Google reviews — in their own words.

🤝 no-ego, friendly academy 3 mentions

“They encourage the family to be involved in the student's growth.”

great workout & conditioning 2 mentions

“I've lost weight, I can do more push-ups than I have ever been able to do in my life, I feel safer when I'm out and about, and I feel more confident in all areas of my life.”

🧒 strong kids program 3 mentions

“There has been alot of growth in my child in that short time. He's more confident, more helpful at home, his focus has improved drastically since he has started.”

💵 good value / fair pricing 2 mentions

“While the classes are quite pricey, the quality of instruction and the personal growth I’ve achieved make it well worth the cost.”

🧠 builds confidence & discipline 13 mentions

“The teachers are amazing with little kids and the lessons are teaching the kids karate paired with self control, self discipline and self awareness.”

From the reviews

Great Dojo. Put my 5 year old in karate cause I wanted him to learn how to be more disciplined and respectful. This Dojo has been very helpful and my son is taking that knowledge to kindergarten that he has started. Highly recommended for all ages.

★★★★★ — Hector, Nov 2025

My daughter has attended here for going on 2 years, in that time she has grown so much in respect, leadership skills, and being a positive person for her community. The classes are always fun and positive.

★★★★★ — Jennifer, Jan 2026

My five year old has been taking karate classes here for exactly one year. It was been a wonderful experience. The teachers are all amazing, kind, and good with kids. My son has learned so much since we've been there. Not only do they teach the moves, but they also build character and discipline.

★★★★★ — Amy, Oct 2025

I have been going to Dunham's Martial Arts for about 2 to 4 months. I can say with confidence that anyone who joins will enjoy themselves and you will learn many beneficial things. From exercise to learning everyday things to help make your life that much better.

★★★★★ — Nathaniel, Oct 2025

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Your first BJJ class at Dunham's Martial Arts Training Center

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.

BJJ is a contact sport. Ease in, tap early and often, listen to your coaches, and if you have any injuries or health concerns, mention them before class and check with a doctor if you're unsure.

Where to find Dunham's Martial Arts Training Center

1500 S Glenstone Ave, Springfield, MO65804

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