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Magnus Training Academy & Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu

5 ★★★★★ 5 Google reviews · BJJ gym in Gautier, Mississippi

BJJ gym Free trial Beginners welcome Kids & teens

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 6) — built around discipline, focus, and confidence
  • Today see hours ·
  • Website & schedule magnusbjj.com — book classes and see the live schedule
  • Phone (228) 623-8056

Hours

Monday 5:30–8:30 PM
Tuesday Closed
Wednesday 5:30–8:30 PM
Thursday 5:30–8:30 PM
Friday Closed
Saturday 11 AM–1:30 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 Magnus Training Academy & Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, confirmed in members' own reviews and the gym's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

🧒 Kids BJJ 5 mentions

“My son and I are both enrolled, and we've had such an amazing experience so far.”

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🛡️ Self-Defense

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🌱 Beginners 2 mentions

“His teaching style is patient, supportive, and fun, which makes the learning process enjoyable for both beginners and seasoned practitioners.”

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What members say

The things reviewers bring up again and again across 5 Google reviews — in their own words.

🌱 welcoming to beginners 4 mentions

“His teaching style is patient, supportive, and fun, which makes the learning process enjoyable for both beginners and seasoned practitioners.”

🤝 no-ego, friendly academy 7 mentions

“His teaching style is patient, supportive, and fun, which makes the learning process enjoyable for both beginners and seasoned practitioners.”

📘 strong technique & fundamentals 2 mentions
🧒 strong kids program 2 mentions

“The instructor, Corey Thompson, is fantastic—he's not only an expert in Jiu-Jitsu but also great with kids.”

🧠 builds confidence & discipline 4 mentions

From the reviews

I can't recommend Magnus BJJ enough! My son and I are both enrolled, and we've had such an amazing experience so far. The instructor, Corey Thompson, is fantastic—he's not only an expert in Jiu-Jitsu but also great with kids.

★★★★★ — Pat, Feb 2025

Magnus Jiu Jitsu is an outstanding place to train, whether you're a beginner or an experienced practitioner. The atmosphere is welcoming, the facility is clean and well-maintained, and the instruction is top-notch.

★★★★★ — Doug, Oct 2025

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New to BJJ? Start at Magnus Training Academy & Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu

Magnus Training Academy & Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu 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.

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Your first BJJ class at Magnus Training Academy & Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu

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 Magnus Training Academy & Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu

2707 US-90 Ste 13, Gautier, MS39553

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