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Burgess Academy of BJJ and MMA
4.9 ★★★★★ 110 Google reviews · Kickboxing gym in Manchester, New Hampshire
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 fitness levels welcome, including total beginners — no experience needed, and you get in shape by training, not before
- Cardio kickboxing classes high-energy cardio kickboxing on the bags and pads — a fun, sweaty workout built for fitness and weight loss, at your own pace
- Kids & teen classes kids and teen kickboxing classes — built around confidence, focus, and fun
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule burgessmma.com — book classes and see the live schedule
Hours
| Monday | 10 AM–9 PM |
| Tuesday | 10 AM–9 PM |
| Wednesday | 10 AM–9 PM |
| Thursday | 10 AM–9 PM |
| Friday | 10 AM–9 PM |
| Saturday | 10 AM–1 PM |
| Sunday | 10 AM–1 PM |
The classes they run
“Nate (The owner) allows you to take your kids with you which is very convenient for me as a parent.”
“Whether you are looking to improve yourself or you want to become a real fighter,this gym will accommodate all levels.”
Other martial arts here
“You’re treated like family, you learn the ins and outs of the mma world.”
“I’ve been coming to Burgess Academy for about two years now, mostly for BJJ and occasionally for kickboxing.”
What members say
“The head instructor Nate brings in the best people to teach his students, he is a very good teacher, and a really good person.”
“I remember the first day heading to class I was super nervous, but after the class I was looking forward to the next one.”
“I’ve gotten to meet & train with a bunch of pro fighters and only been going here a year.”
“This is a great gym with outstanding coaching and a really comfortable but very competitive culture.”
“Although life currently has me not training anymore, I tell everyone if you're looking for a good gym with good people to go to Burgess.”
From the reviews
I got to train with these guys for a few months while in town for work and had a great experience. The coaches are awesome and very experienced. The atmosphere is super welcoming, and you’ll get a great workout. I definitely learned a lot and will be back anytime I’m in town.
Best Gym in New England. I’ve gotten to meet & train with a bunch of pro fighters and only been going here a year. 100% recommended if you want to train seriously or just for a workout.
I’ve been coming to Burgess Academy for about two years now, mostly for BJJ and occasionally for kickboxing. The head coach, Nate, is highly professional and attentive. Throughout training, he regularly offers helpful feedback and corrects mistakes, which has really supported my progress.
Trained here for 6 years. I remember the first day heading to class I was super nervous, but after the class I was looking forward to the next one. The head instructor Nate brings in the best people to teach his students, he is a very good teacher, and a really good person.
New to kickboxing? Start at Burgess Academy of BJJ and MMA
Burgess Academy of BJJ and MMA comes up as a beginner-friendly gym, going by their listing and members’ reviews. If you've never thrown a punch or a kick, that's exactly who a good beginners class is for. A few things worth knowing before your first week. First, you don't need to be fit or coordinated to start — you get in shape by training, not before it, and coaches scale every drill to you. Second, you won't be thrown into hard sparring — reputable gyms build the basics (stance, footwork, and punches and kicks on pads and bags) first, and any contact eases in gradually under a coach's control. Third, all fitness 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. Most gyms are happy to let you watch or try a class first, so reach out before you commit.
Your first kickboxing class at Burgess Academy of BJJ and MMA
Nervous about walking into a kickboxing 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 the basics — stance, footwork, and punches and kicks on pads or a heavy bag — not hard sparring. Go at your own pace and rest whenever you need to; no one will bat an eye. What to wear: comfortable athletic clothes you can move and sweat in, and supportive trainers. What to bring: water, and hand wraps and gloves if you have them — many gyms lend loaner gloves for a first class, so it's worth asking. As you keep training you'll add your own gloves and wraps (and shin guards once you start sparring). Sparring is optional and eases in gradually, once your basics 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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