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Gracie United Hammond/Ponchatoula
4.6 ★★★★★ 35 Google reviews · Kickboxing gym in Hammond, Louisiana
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
- Women's classes dedicated women's kickboxing classes — a welcoming space to start out and train
- 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 championfactory.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone (985) 605-3169
Hours
| Monday | 4–7:30 PM |
| Tuesday | 6:30–8 AM, 11 AM–12:30 PM, 5–7:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 11 AM–12:30 PM, 4–7:30 PM |
| Thursday | 6:30–8 AM, 11 AM–12:30 PM, 5–7:30 PM |
| Friday | 11 AM–12:30 PM, 5–7:30 PM |
| Saturday | 10 AM–12 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“Every instructor is very knowledgeable in their teachings, very attentive to each student, always positive and treats everyone with equal respect including the children.”
“Whether you’re a beginner or an advanced practitioner, Mat’s teaching style ensures that everyone walks away from each class with a deeper understanding of the art.”
“The training was tough but a great workout.”
Other martial arts here
“Gracie United Jiu-Jitsu is an absolute the best choice for anyone looking to dive into the world of martial arts or elevate their existing skills.”
“If you want a place for you, your child and/or your family to learn respect, self control and self defense then this is the place!”
What members say
“Every instructor is very knowledgeable in their teachings, very attentive to each student, always positive and treats everyone with equal respect including the children.”
“This was my first time visiting another gym and I was a little nervous, but they are Very Welcoming and Friendly, they make you feel at home.”
“Great class sizes and they are always learning new things!”
“We first reached out to Gracie as an option to help my daughter deal with bullying in school. Her confidence was low, and she was being tormented by other children.”
“I've been training at Gracie United for about six months and I cannot stress how much of a good experience it has been.”
From the reviews
Gracie United Jiu-Jitsu is an absolute the best choice for anyone looking to dive into the world of martial arts or elevate their existing skills. The training here is nothing short of exceptional, and it’s clear that the gym is dedicated to fostering a welcoming, supportive, and highly technical environment for all…
Absolutely love it! Every instructor is very knowledgeable in their teachings, very attentive to each student, always positive and treats everyone with equal respect including the children. Do not expect your child to get coddled!
We first reached out to Gracie as an option to help my daughter deal with bullying in school. Her confidence was low, and she was being tormented by other children. At first glance this place seemed amazing. My daughter absolutely loved being there. The instructors were awesome with the kids.
The best place to train in south Louisiana. The instructors are of the highest caliber. I would recommend this gym to anyone looking to change their lives for the better.
New to kickboxing? Start at Gracie United Hammond/Ponchatoula
Gracie United Hammond/Ponchatoula 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 Gracie United Hammond/Ponchatoula
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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