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Significant Strikes Boxing, Jiu-Jitsu & MMA
5 ★★★★★ 118 Google reviews · BJJ gym in Traverse City, Michigan
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 4–18) — built around discipline, focus, and confidence
- Women's classes dedicated women's BJJ classes — a welcoming space to train and start out in
- 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
- 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 significantstrikes.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone (616) 617-6123
Hours
| Monday | 6–7 AM, 8–9:30 AM, 4–8:30 PM |
| Tuesday | 4–7 PM |
| Wednesday | 6–7 AM, 10 AM–12 PM, 4–8:30 PM |
| Thursday | 8–9:30 AM, 4–7 PM |
| Friday | 6–7 AM, 10–11:30 AM, 4–7 PM |
| Saturday | 11 AM–12:30 PM |
| Sunday | 12:30–4 PM |
The classes they run
“If you’re looking to get in shape, learn boxing fundamentals, or seriously compete, significant strikes is the place to be.”
“They also offer great youth and women’s classes in a variety of disciplines.”
“If you’re looking to get in shape, learn boxing fundamentals, or seriously compete, significant strikes is the place to be.”
“Whether you're a total beginner or an experienced fighter, this gym offers the perfect mix of professional training, supportive coaches, and a welcoming community.”
Other martial arts here
“Not only that but my grappling game from BJJ hasn’t just helped me level up in the single martial art but had also helped me advance in Muay Thai aswell.”
“A gym that teaches boxing, jiu-jitsu, and Muay Thai as well as a class to integrate them for MMA is truly one of a kind in this area as well.”
“The gang at Significant Strikes makes everyone feel comfortable, while being educated on escape techniques, boxing and maybe a little grappling.”
“It’s been years since I last did any boxing or kickboxing, and to be completely honest, I felt pretty out of shape walking in.”
“Their menu of classes includes boxing, jui jitsu, MMA, Muay Thai, kickboxing, and wrestling.”
What members say
“The environment is awesome - great instructors, good vibes from everyone around, and very welcoming for someone new.”
“Whether you're a total beginner or an experienced fighter, this gym offers the perfect mix of professional training, supportive coaches, and a welcoming community.”
“Whether you're a total beginner or an experienced fighter, this gym offers the perfect mix of professional training, supportive coaches, and a welcoming community.”
“The gang at Significant Strikes makes everyone feel comfortable, while being educated on escape techniques, boxing and maybe a little grappling.”
“The classes are great for building cardio and strength, but they also boost confidence, discipline, and mindset!”
“If you’re looking to get in shape, learn boxing fundamentals, or seriously compete, significant strikes is the place to be.”
From the reviews
I’ve been training at significant strikes for several months now, and I can confidently say it’s one of the best boxing gyms around. The coaches are incredibly knowledgeable, patient, and motivating.
Significant Strikes is not your average gym or even normal fighting gym. This place is not only built on hard work and effort but on character. Their menu of classes includes boxing, jui jitsu, MMA, Muay Thai, kickboxing, and wrestling.
During vacationing in traverse city, I messaged the closest jiu jitsu gym about a drop in. Significant Strikes responded quickly, welcoming me to come in. The next class was a Friday 6 AM open mat. Came in early to fill out a waiver and get warmed up.
I have been going here since the start of the year. This place is a great gym for both experienced and newer members to the martial arts community. All the coaches are helpful and well versed in their area of the sport. The people that I have met so far are welcoming and willing to help newer members.
New to BJJ? Start at Significant Strikes Boxing, Jiu-Jitsu & MMA
Significant Strikes Boxing, Jiu-Jitsu & MMA 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.
Your first BJJ class at Significant Strikes Boxing, Jiu-Jitsu & MMA
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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