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Carlson Gracie JiuJitsu Hot Box MMA
4.9 ★★★★★ 221 Google reviews · Kickboxing gym in Melbourne, Florida
Plan your first class
- Beginner-friendly all fitness levels welcome, including total beginners — no experience needed, and you get in shape by training, not before
- Kids & teen classes kids and teen kickboxing classes — built around confidence, focus, and fun
- Competition team a competition team for members who want to test themselves in the ring — amateur kickboxing, muay thai, or K-1
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule bjjmelbournefl.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone +1 321-890-8037
Hours
| Monday | 10 am–1 pm, 4:30–9 pm |
| Tuesday | 10:45 am–1 pm, 4:30–9 pm |
| Wednesday | 10 am–1 pm, 4:30–9 pm |
| Thursday | 10 am–1 pm, 4:30–9 pm |
| Friday | 10 am–1 pm, 5–9 pm |
| Saturday | 10 am–12 pm |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“Teaches MMA, Jiu jitsu gi and no gi, kick boxing, muay tai, and also kid classes too!”
“That being said, it’s super beginner friendly and you can train at the pace that suites you the best.”
“Had such a great time, hard to find a gym on vacation that lets you spar on your 1st visit but these guys were awesome.”
“We have a large BJJ competition team and a roster of amature and pro MMA fighters.”
“Teaches MMA, Jiu jitsu gi and no gi, kick boxing, muay tai, and also kid classes too!”
“Teaches MMA, Jiu jitsu gi and no gi, kick boxing, muay tai, and also kid classes too!”
“This has been an amazing place for them to grow and become the amazing teens they are now.”
Other martial arts here
“Teaches MMA, Jiu jitsu gi and no gi, kick boxing, muay tai, and also kid classes too!”
“Teaches MMA, Jiu jitsu gi and no gi, kick boxing, muay tai, and also kid classes too!”
“Teaches MMA, Jiu jitsu gi and no gi, kick boxing, muay tai, and also kid classes too!”
“Teaches MMA, Jiu jitsu gi and no gi, kick boxing, muay tai, and also kid classes too!”
What members say
“David is a great instructor, it’s welcoming environment and they offer several time slots to train each day.”
“The instruction is top-notch, the community is welcoming, and we’ve seen incredible growth in both skills and confidence.”
“My son is in the homeschool class and loves it.”
“Their new gym is really nice and always clean.”
“The instruction is top-notch, the community is welcoming, and we’ve seen incredible growth in both skills and confidence.”
“Coach Sutton was very friendly, and I got to chat with him in between rolls and said I am welcome back whenever I go back to Florida.”
From the reviews
Excellent training environment! I came down to Florida from NJ to visit a friend and decided to check out their facility. Felt welcomed as soon as I walked in the door and got some great rounds in. Highly recommend!
Hotbox Jiu-Jitsu in Melbourne is a great place to train. David runs a welcoming gym with a solid mix of instruction, drilling, and rolling. The atmosphere is friendly, and you can tell he cares about creating a space where everyone feels comfortable learning and improving.
My kids absolutely love coming here! The instructors are encouraging, knowledgeable, and great with children of all ages. The homeschool classes have been a huge bonus and provide such a welcoming, positive environment for families.
Last week I got to spend 8 days in Florida and was given the opportunity to drop in at this gym after messaging them through Instagram. I HIGHLY recommend visiting this gym, the team at Hot Box welcomed me like one of their own and had a great training atmosphere.
New to kickboxing? Start at Carlson Gracie JiuJitsu Hot Box MMA
Carlson Gracie JiuJitsu Hot Box 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 Carlson Gracie JiuJitsu Hot Box 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 when you call. 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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