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Premier Martial Arts Mount Pleasant
5 ★★★★★ 100 Google reviews · BJJ gym in Mt Pleasant, South Carolina
Plan your first class
- 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 3–12) — built around discipline, focus, and confidence
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule premiermartialarts.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone +1 843-416-3353
Hours
| Monday | 12–9 pm |
| Tuesday | 12–9 pm |
| Wednesday | 10 am–7 pm |
| Thursday | 12–9 pm |
| Friday | 12–9 pm |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“Coach Shaun is wonderful with the young kids and makes class fun while also teaching them martial arts and building discipline, confidence, and respect.”
“Highly recommend for any parent looking for kids martial arts, karate, or self-defense classes that actually make a difference.”
“Walking in as a 55-year-old beginner could have felt intimidating, but from day one I was met with encouragement, respect, and genuine support.”
Other martial arts here
“Highly recommend for any parent looking for kids martial arts, karate, or self-defense classes that actually make a difference.”
What members say
“The head instructor and owner are great work with and they are both really great with the kids.”
“Walking in as a 55-year-old beginner could have felt intimidating, but from day one I was met with encouragement, respect, and genuine support.”
“If you’re looking for a family-friendly martial arts studio in Mount Pleasant that builds confidence and character, Premier Martial Arts is the place to go!”
“We have just started and my son is really enjoying it. I love the motto they recite at the beginning of each class.”
“The owner Jordan does an incredible job, is super involved, keeps the place clean and organized, and brings a ton of energy.”
“Coach Shaun is wonderful with the young kids and makes class fun while also teaching them martial arts and building discipline, confidence, and respect.”
From the reviews
We absolutely love Premier Martial Arts in Mount Pleasant! Since starting classes, our 6-year-old son has become noticeably more confident, focused, and disciplined. It’s been amazing to watch his growth—not just in martial arts, but in everyday life.
Premier Martial Arts has been a game changer for our son and our family!! We all wholeheartedly give this establishment, its owner and instructors a gleaming 5+ star review! My son has gained confidence both in mind and body. He's gained physical strength and to respect others and himself.
I can’t say enough good things about Premier Martial Arts in Mount Pleasant. Walking in as a 55-year-old beginner could have felt intimidating, but from day one I was met with encouragement, respect, and genuine support.
THE BEST EXPERIENCE! When my husband talked me into signing up our son here, I wasn’t sure if he was ready for karate. But Shaun and Jordan made it clear from the very first class that this was the perfect fit for us.
New to BJJ? Start at Premier Martial Arts Mount Pleasant
Premier Martial Arts Mount Pleasant 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 Mount Pleasant
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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