SBG Athens

SBG is the most legitimate MMA gym in Athens. The program is very intensive, and costs a good bit, but it is worth every cent. There is a big focus on Jiu Jitsu, but if you want to learn how to defend yourself holistically, welcome to the Dojo.

My son has been attending the jiu jitsu classes for about 6 months now and I have seen a big improvement in his character. He may only be 3, but he has come out of his shell and grown more confident every day. He loves to come home and practice his moves.Watching what he was doing looked like so much fun that I joined too! I've been attending classes for about 6 weeks and have fallen in love. The coaches become like family and so do the teammates. They really do mean it when they say "one tribe one vibe." At SBG I felt immediately accepted and connected. My son and I both love coming here and look forward to it every week.

SBG is the perfect environment to learn MMA. The coaches are extremely knowledgeable and invest in each student's success. From just starting MMA to competing SBG offers an excellent place to train.

Amazing place to train with amazing coaches. Unfortunately my time was cut short at this gym because of relocation for work, however am very thankful the coaches and the growth atmosphere that I got to be apart of for the period of time that I was in Athens. If you are looking for a strong community, coaches that care, and a ton of fun, please give SBG Athens a try.

A year ago my wife and I were looking for a gym to join in the Athens area. We came from a small town with a great gym, and were apprehensive that we would be able to replicate that. We found SBG and have been thriving with weight training and martial arts. The vibe, facility, coaches, and owners are top notch. We appreciate what they have built every time we walk through the doors.

This is a great gym. The facility is nice, with great padding, multiple class areas and a large weight room.There is always something going on!As you walk in the receptionist greets you with a big smile. She will connect you with one of the coaches for your visit. Our son did a trial class and loved it.There are all ages and types of people there. Young children, classes with teenagers to middle-aged folks, all shapes and sizes. But everybody looks like they're having a great time. It feels like a place where everybody is accepted based on your interest and effort.The second noteworthy thing is that the people who work here are super nice. They seem talented, yes, but the nice part was a pleasant surprise. I guess I was expecting a gruff grizzled warrior... But you actually get nice, not too grizzled warriors!The other students are also very nice. My son often is "Sparring" with someone he doesn't know, and he always says " he was a nice guy!".The experience is certainly worth the price. I am sure there are a lot of plans, but we chose one that offers lots of classes, seems very reasonable.My son found this place based on a recommendation from a friend and it is certainly a great choice for us. It seems like the kind of place where you are going to get very qualified instruction at a pace that you determine and the option to progress as far as you want based on your interest.

My son has been doing jiu jitsu at SBG for about a year, and LOVES it! After nearly a year of warming the bench, with zero experience in martial arts, and at almost 40yo, I also decided I wanted to give it a go as well. Partially so I could get better at wrestling my 7yo, but also for fun and exercise. This gym does a tremendous job of easing and welcoming everyone from every skill level/gender/age and creates a safe yet challenging environment. They somehow make something that at first sounds intimidating/scary, to thing that’s both enjoyable and attainable. If you would have told me in 2020 that I would be doing jiu jitsu today and loving it, I would have laughed at you. But here I am, showing up, doing my best, and failing forward; and that’s all they expect of you. The coaches are knowledgeable, kind and patient. They help elevate you and push your comfort zones, while also recognizing that means something different for everyone.

SBG Athens is standard for martial arts training in the area. If you are considering bjj or mma in Athens, this is the only place you should go. Coaches Adam and Rory Singer run a phenomenal gym with a warm and welcoming culture. They are experienced coaches and fighters. They have a spotless facility and top of the line equipment and mat space.Not all martial arts gyms are created equal. If you’re going to invest in yourself and dedicate the time and commitment to learning bjj or mma, you’ll be doing your future self a disservice to go anywhere else but a SBG Athens. Whether you’re interested in fighting professionally or just looking to get in shape and learn how to defend yourself, SBG Athens is a good fit for people of all ages. Men, women and children, doesn’t matter, it’s a great fit for all! One tribe one vibe!

The HARDCORE GYM is an awesome place. I've learned a lot from all the coaches! I started there with only some boxing skills. I have only been at the hardcore gym for six months and I've learned things from MMA, Brazilian Jiu Jitzu, kick boxing, and just general self defense. This is a great place to learn whether you want to train to get in shape, train to compete, or if you just want to learn how to defend yourself. The staff is really helpful, many of the upper belts are really helpful as well! I just love this place!-Danielle W.

I was a member of this gym a few years ago and had to leave due to circumstances outside my control. However, while I was here I learned several valuable techniques. This gym is legit. The coaches are excellent, and they work with you no matter where you are physically. I would recommend this program to anyone who is seeking not only to build their self confidence, but also to find a great group of brothers and sisters.