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Premier Martial Arts Decatur East
4.9 ★★★★★ 45 Google reviews · BJJ gym in Decatur, Georgia
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
- 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
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule premiermartialarts.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone +1 404-482-0594
Hours
| Monday | 3–9 pm |
| Tuesday | 3–9 pm |
| Wednesday | 3–9 pm |
| Thursday | 3–9 pm |
| Friday | 3–6:30 pm |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“My son was a transfer student from Marietta, without hesitation, they made sure he fell in line with the rest of the class.”
“They give one on one individualized attention for those they see that are falling behind.”
“And I feel confident in my abilities as a martial artist, should I need to utilize any of the self defense techniques learned while there.”
“They train people from all backgrounds and levels of experience to no experience at all.”
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What members say
“Kevin and Kalvin are amazing instructors and just all around great people!”
“I could go on and on about what a great experience my family and friends had for my daughter’s 4th birthday!”
“They keep the classes engaging while ensuring the students learn proper techniques and discipline.”
“My son loves gaining new skills and he loves achieving new levels of his training.”
“They have been practicing martial arts for almost 30 years and have a vast reservoir of experience in multiple disciplines.”
From the reviews
*updating as the issue has been resolved. As stated below the facility and instructors are great. I just ask that cancellation/termination policy be verbally expressed when a client informs staff of departure. I would love to leave a 5 star review because the instructors here are great.
My son has been attending PMA for about 6 months, and it's been great to see his growth. I had been a little concerned about how he would do when I signed him up because he has ADHD. However, the structure and routine has been good for him, and I have definitely seen his focus during class improve.
We've had an amazing experience at Premiere Martial Arts! Mr. Kevin and Mr. Charles are fantastic instructors who strike the perfect balance between focus and fun. They keep the classes engaging while ensuring the students learn proper techniques and discipline.
Charles, Kevin, and Marcus are the best instructors/ senseis. They keep the students motivated and in shape. They give one on one individualized attention for those they see that are falling behind.
New to BJJ? Start at Premier Martial Arts Decatur East
Premier Martial Arts Decatur East 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 Premier Martial Arts Decatur East
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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