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Christian Carvalho BJJ-MMA

5 ★★★★★ 48 Google reviews · Kickboxing gym in Greenacres, Florida

Beginners welcome Kids & teens Cardio kickboxing Competition team

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
  • 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 (ages 3–10) — 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 carvalhobjjmma.com — book classes and see the live schedule
  • Phone (561) 828-1599

Hours

Monday 7 AM–9 PM
Tuesday 8 AM–9 PM
Wednesday 6 AM–9 PM
Thursday 8 AM–9 PM
Friday 6 AM–9 PM
Saturday 9 AM–12 PM
Sunday Closed

Hours shift for holidays and class-schedule changes — worth a quick check before a special trip.

The classes they run

Kickboxing classes on the schedule at Christian Carvalho BJJ-MMA, confirmed in members' own reviews and the gym's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

🧒 Kids Kickboxing 20 mentions

“My son has been training at Christian Carvalho BJJ-MMA in Greenacres, FL for several years, and I can’t speak highly enough about the experience.”

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🌱 Beginners 4 mentions

“Sensei Christian and all the coaches have a wealth of knowledge and can break down concepts for practitioners of all levels.”

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🏆 Competition Team 2 mentions

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Teens Kickboxing 2 mentions

“When I reached out to sell an advertisement for my high school’s spring show, Little Shop of Horrors at Dr Joaquin Garcia High School, he was very kind to help support our passion.”

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Other martial arts here

Kickboxing gyms are usually multi-discipline. Here's what else members mention training under the same roof at Christian Carvalho BJJ-MMA — mined from their reviews and the gym's own info.

🏟️ MMA 9 mentions

“My son has been training at Christian Carvalho BJJ-MMA in Greenacres, FL for several years, and I can’t speak highly enough about the experience.”

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🥋 Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu 18 mentions

“My son has been training at Christian Carvalho BJJ-MMA in Greenacres, FL for several years, and I can’t speak highly enough about the experience.”

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🛡️ Self-Defense 6 mentions

“My oldest has been training for four years, and the benefits she’s gained go far beyond physical fitness and self-defense.”

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Disciplines are mined from reviews and the gym's own info — they show what members have trained, not a formal class guarantee. If you specifically want muay thai, boxing, or MMA alongside your kickboxing, confirm the current schedule with the gym.

What members say

The things reviewers bring up again and again across 48 Google reviews — in their own words.

🧑‍🏫 expert, motivating coaching 2 mentions

“Great place to train and learn the art of Jiu Jitsu Sensi Christian is a excellent instructor that makes time for all his students.”

🌱 welcoming to beginners 6 mentions

“Sensei Christian and all the coaches have a wealth of knowledge and can break down concepts for practitioners of all levels.”

🧒 strong kids program 3 mentions

“My daughter loves it so much and her self esteem went up once she began BJJ and kickboxing.”

🏆 active competition / fight team 3 mentions

“Christian and his team diligently keep the students engaged in a wide variety of training exercises that specifically build up your ability to be competent at these martial arts.”

🧼 clean, well-equipped gym 3 mentions

“The school is always clean and the instructors are top notch.”

💵 good value / fair pricing 2 mentions

“Whether you're just starting out like I am or are experienced and looking to find a new gym, this place is worth it.”

From the reviews

If you're looking for a Jiu Jitsu and/or MMA gym look no further. My wife and I have been coming here now for 2 years and we love it. This place is a welcoming community, practicing high-level Brazilian Jiu Jitsu.

★★★★★ — Matthew, May 2021

This is a beautiful family oriented gym that trains everyone interested in the art. Christian and his team diligently keep the students engaged in a wide variety of training exercises that specifically build up your ability to be competent at these martial arts.

★★★★★ — Aetherseraph, Jun 2024

Sensei and the coaches are amazing with the kids! My daughter loves it so much and her self esteem went up once she began BJJ and kickboxing. Thank you so much for all you do for the kids! We couldn’t have picked a better studio to be with!

★★★★★ — Kristin, Jan 2024

My family has been training at Christian Carvalho BJJ-MMA for several years, and it has been an incredible experience for all of us. Sensei Christian is fantastic with children, and my two daughters absolutely love their training.

★★★★★ — Clyde, Jan 2025

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New to kickboxing? Start at Christian Carvalho BJJ-MMA

Christian Carvalho BJJ-MMA comes up as a beginner-friendly gym — noted on their own site. 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.

See their beginner class info

Your first kickboxing class at Christian Carvalho BJJ-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.

Kickboxing is a contact sport. Warm up, pace yourself, listen to your coaches, and if you have any injuries or health concerns, mention them before class and check with a doctor if you're unsure.

Where to find Christian Carvalho BJJ-MMA

2234 Jog Rd, Greenacres, FL33415

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