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Full Moon Martial Arts - Carlson Gracie Team

4.8 ★★★★★ 95 Google reviews · BJJ gym in Clarksville, Indiana

Part of Carlson Gracie

BJJ gym Free trial Affiliated Beginners welcome Kids & teens Competition team

Affiliated academy — reviews and the gym's own info point to a recognized BJJ lineage or affiliation (think Gracie Barra, 10th Planet, Renzo Gracie, Alliance, Atos or Checkmat). If lineage matters to you, ask which affiliation the academy belongs to and under whom the head instructor earned their black belt.

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 — built around discipline, focus, and confidence
  • Women's classes dedicated women's BJJ classes — a welcoming space to train and start out in
  • Open mat open-mat rolling sessions for members to practice live — always optional and at your own pace
  • Competition team a competition team for members who want to test themselves at tournaments
  • Today see hours ·
  • Website & schedule fullmoonmartialarts.com — book classes and see the live schedule
  • Phone (812) 288-9886

Hours

Monday 5–8:30 PM
Tuesday 11 AM–1 PM, 5–8:30 PM
Wednesday 5–8:30 PM
Thursday 11 AM–1 PM, 5–8:30 PM
Friday 6–8 PM
Saturday 9 AM–2 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 Full Moon Martial Arts - Carlson Gracie Team, confirmed in members' own reviews and the gym's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

🧒 Kids BJJ 7 mentions

“When I wanted a class for my sons to learn the basics without alot of fluff I was glad to find Fullmoon.”

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🏆 Competition Team

“Whether you want to compete, just get in shape, boost your self confidence with the self defense classes, or learn a new hobby with your friends or family.”

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🔓 Open Mat

“During spring break, we went to an open gym, and the owner took time out to teach us some self-defense along with boxing.”

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🛡️ Self-Defense 2 mentions

“Whether you want to compete, just get in shape, boost your self confidence with the self defense classes, or learn a new hobby with your friends or family.”

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🌱 Beginners 3 mentions

“The Coaches are very motivating and whether you’re a beginner or an experienced fighter, they provide personalized attention and constructive feedback.”

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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 Full Moon Martial Arts - Carlson Gracie Team — mined from their reviews and the gym's own info.

🏟️ MMA

“I would recommend Full Moon MMA, 1000%”

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🥊 Boxing 11 mentions

“After almost 2 months of boxing at Full Moon Martial Arts gym, I can confidently say my experience has been very positive and worthy of a 5 star review!”

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🦵 Kickboxing

“The Women's Kickboxing class Monday and Wednesday has absolutely changed my life!”

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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 95 Google reviews — in their own words.

🧑‍🏫 expert, high-level coaching 3 mentions

“I am grateful to be trained under coach Jeremy, who always seeks the best in me, who challenges my abilities and works with me to help me reach my goals all while having fun.”

🌱 welcoming to beginners 12 mentions

“I’ve been training here and the atmosphere is always welcoming for me, if you want to get better or learn how to defend yourself while being healthy this is the place!”

🤝 no-ego, friendly academy 15 mentions

“I’ve been training here and the atmosphere is always welcoming for me, if you want to get better or learn how to defend yourself while being healthy this is the place!”

📘 strong technique & fundamentals 3 mentions

“He communicates clearly, is easy to talk to, and does an excellent job breaking down techniques in a way that makes them practical and easy to understand.”

🧠 builds confidence & discipline 7 mentions

“Whether you want to compete, just get in shape, boost your self confidence with the self defense classes, or learn a new hobby with your friends or family.”

From the reviews

When I wanted a class for my sons to learn the basics without alot of fluff I was glad to find Fullmoon. Belts are a reward but not the focus. The focus is learning, mastery, confidence, and skill. I like watching them so much I now am on the mat as well.

★★★★★ — Jha, Nov 2021

After almost 2 months of boxing at Full Moon Martial Arts gym, I can confidently say my experience has been very positive and worthy of a 5 star review! I enjoy coming to class multiple days out of the week with my husband, which works around our regular Mon-Fri typical 9-5 full-time job for a reasonable price.

★★★★★ — Nora, Apr 2026

I have been in the boxing class Full Moon Martial Arts offers for around a month and both of the coaches there have taught me many things including how to properly throw and block punches, proper footwork, how to guard yourself at all times with your hands and arms , how to throw combos, ect.

★★★★★ — Brody, Nov 2025

I’ve been training at Full Moon for the past few months, and it has been an amazing experience. Full Moon is a very welcoming atmosphere. The Coaches are very motivating and whether you’re a beginner or an experienced fighter, they provide personalized attention and constructive feedback.

★★★★★ — Karina, Jul 2024

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New to BJJ? Start at Full Moon Martial Arts - Carlson Gracie Team

Full Moon Martial Arts - Carlson Gracie Team comes up as a beginner-friendly gym, going by their listing and members’ reviews. 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.

Check beginner classes on their site

Your first BJJ class at Full Moon Martial Arts - Carlson Gracie Team

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 Full Moon Martial Arts - Carlson Gracie Team

516 E Lewis and Clark Pkwy, Clarksville, IN47129

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