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straight blast gym atlanta

Martial Arts & Fitness Gym in Atlanta, GA

Straight Blast Gym has brought high-quality Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, Martial Arts, and fitness instruction to Atlanta for over a decade and is consistently rated among the top martial arts gyms in the Southeast.
Address
1799 Briarcliff Rd NE, Suite V
Atlanta, GA 30306

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Martial Arts & Fitness Programs at Straight Blast Gym Atlanta

We offer Brazilian Jiu Jitsu in Atlanta as well as Muay Thai, Fitness Kickboxing, and many other martial arts programs.

Brazilian Jiu Jitsu

Our gym sports a huge tribe of BJJ athletes from beginner through black belt. It's one of the best environments for participating in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu in Atlanta.
Brazilian Jiu Jitsu in Atlanta
Brazilian Jiu Jitsu in Atlanta
Kids Jiu Jitsu in Atlanta

Kids BJJ

Our Kids Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu classes are designed to teach your child THE most effective martial art for self-defense on the planet while guaranteeing that they have a ton of fun in the process.
Kids BJJ in Atlanta

Muay Thai

World-class Muay Thai instruction in Atlanta that's accessible, fun, and safe for everyone. Learn the most popular and proven striking system for self-defense (it also happens to be an amazing workout).
Muay Thai in Atlanta
Muay Thai Classes in Atlanta
Fitness Kickboxing in Atlanta

Fitness Kickboxing

Fitness Kickboxing classes at our Atlanta gym are 50-minutes of exciting kickboxing drills and routines (no contact). Unlike other gyms, our kickboxing classes are led by real kickboxing athletes and Muay Thai instructors.
Fitness Kickboxing in Atlanta

MMA

Mixed Martial Arts (MMA) is the ultimate in martial arts and self-defense training, combining the most effective elements from multiple martial arts. Getting to train MMA at Straight Blast Gym Buford means having the opportunity to train at one of the Southeast's premier MMA gyms.
MMA Training in Atlanta
MMA Training in Atlanta
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Here's What SBG Atlanta Members Are Saying About Our Gym & Culture

We have a 5-Star Average Rating!
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One of the best decisions I've made!
I adore the Spider Monkey BJJ class! My daughter is making new friends & learning how to be a well rounded person. I've seen a big improvement in her abilities & personality. My favorite classes cover stranger danger & how to carry yourself. This is one of the best choices I've made for my daughter!
Angel Ratliff
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We drive over an hour & it's worth every mile!
My daughter and I have been at this gym for almost a year. We drive over an hour to get there and it's worth every mile. The coaches and staff are amazingly friendly and supportive. If I could drag this gym closer to home we would be there more than three times a week!
Bryan Fagan
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Kickboxing kicked my butt!
Tonight was the first time I've ever been in any kind of gym. I took the Fitness Kickboxing and LOVED it! The coaches are so positive and encouraging with no judgement. Kickboxing kicked my butt ... in a good way! I can't wait to come back <3
April Judd Vaughn
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Healthier now than I've ever been!
My son attends Kids Jiu Jitsu and I attend Fitness Performance. The coaches are phenomenal! I've never considered myself an athletic person, bu I'm healthier now in my 30s than I ever was in my 20s. I've also watched my son's talent & confidence skyrocket. SBG is our tribe!
Jennifer Cates Duneman
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They make you feel like you belong!
Awesome gym. The people and the coaches are all amazing and great to train with. I've never been athletic and I've always been out of shape, but I have never felt like I didn't belong in the Muay Thai classes with everyone else.
Jeremy Nelson
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Coach Jim is awesome!
My daughter and I recently enrolled in one on one Muay Thai classes and love it! Everyone is very helpful and friendly and our coach, Jim, is awesome. I would definitely recommend to anyone that’s interested in mixed martial arts.
Brandon Dille
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Great gym with great people!
Awesome gym! Coaches Jim and Pat have helped me escape a desk job and start to train Muay Thai. Even as a complete beginner with no martial arts experience they were patient helped me get up to speed quick. Great gym with great people!
Adam Herndon
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You won't find more committed coaches anywhere!
I can't say enough about the environment SBG Atlanta has to offer. I came here injured, the coaches worked with my limitations, improved my form, as a result I hit new PRs, dropped 8 pounds, and remain injury free. You truly won't find more committed coaches anywhere else!
Rebecca Hamrick
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So happy I did this for myself!
Yesterday was the first time I attended a class at SBG – it was the Fitness Kickboxing class with coach Jim. I am so glad I signed up for this class. You're constantly moving and Jim makes sure you're doing everything correctly for best results and no injuries! So happy I did this for myself!
Tina Erhardt Simon
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Their motto is not a gimmick!
I found out really quickly that the "One Tribe One Vibe" moto is not a gimmick. It's their real way of life. I am a near 40 husband and father of four and having people who really want to see you achieve your goals makes it easy to show up consistently. This gym is amazing and I love it there!
Phillip Thomas
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Amazing staff!
The staff are amazing here! The way they handle the kids is nothing less than 1st class! Very engaged with several coaches present to actually produce accountability and correct execution of skill sets. HIGHLY RECOMMEND!
Tony Moore
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They truly care about the kids!
My son currently goes here at the recommendation of my brother who also goes here. The coaches are awesome with kids. My son is 5 and has a blast (no pun intended) here. They truly care about the kids and it clearly shows. 5 stars!
Dale Skrobot
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Amazing People!
I absolutely love this place!! My son started training here when he was twelve and his confidence has gone through the roof! The coaches are so good with all of the kids and my son has made great friends as well. They are amazing people!!
Lori Nixon
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SBG is my second home!
I love this place!! It's become like my second home! Great people, great coaches and great programming make it easy to want to walk through the doors everyday! I've seen amazing progress in not only myself but many many others at the gym! I can't say enough about SBG!!
Jess Bell
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SBG Atlanta Location Info & Directions

Directions
SBG Atlanta is located on the corner of Briarcliff Road and Clifton Road, and is just a few short minutes from I-85 and downtown Atlanta.

Coming off of the interstate, you'll head east on North Druid Hills before taking a right onto Briarcliff Road. After approximately 2 miles you'll see Straight Blast Gym Atlanta on your left in the Kroger shopping center.
Address
1799 Briarcliff Rd NE, Suite V
Atlanta, GA 30306
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404-905-5959
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sbg atlanta staff

Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Instructor & MMA Instructor Phillipe Gentry

Phillipe Gentry

Owner / BJJ Head Coach / MMA Head Coach
Black Belt
With SBG Since 2010
Muay Thai Instructor Jim Sheppard

Jim Sheppard

Owner / Muay Thai / Fitness Performance
Blue Belt
With SBG Since 2013
Randy Garcia Kids Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Coach

Randy Garcia

Kids BJJ
Blue Belt
With SBG Since 2018

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About SBG Atlanta

Straight Blast Gym Atlanta is owned and operated by Coaches Phil Gentry and Jim Sheppard. After providing award-winning martial arts and fitness training to the men, women, and children of northern Atlanta since 2010 at their Straight Blast Gym Buford location, they decided to bring SBG to Atlanta in 2021.

Straight Blast Gym Atlanta offers Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, Muay Thai, Mixed Martial Arts, Kids Martial Arts, and Fitness Kickboxing classes. One-on-one sessions are also available to those looking for a more personal touch. Working privately with one of our martial arts coaches allows for them to tailor the curriculum to your specific goals and aspirations, and thus help to usher in amazing results in a shorter period of time. We also provide one-on-one personal training sessions with our certified and experienced fitness coaches.

SBG Atlanta is located on the corner of Briarcliff Road and Clifton Road and is easily accessible to the people of Atlanta, Druid Hills, North Druid Hills, Emory, Decatur, Toco Hills, the Virginia Highlands, Morningside, and Midtown.

We welcome people of all ages and skill levels, as Straight Blast Gym offers Foundations classes for new students that have no previous experience in martial arts. Our Fitness Kickboxing classes are also open to men and women of all fitness levels, as our coaches structure the workouts so that they can be performed and completed by both workout enthusiasts and those that are brand new to physical activity.

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