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SBG Athens

4.8 (118 Reviews)

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4.8 stars from 118 reviews suggest a strong local reputation. Programs listed here include kids. Use the contact card for directions, training hours, and the best next step in Athens, GA.

Student Testimonials

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Courtney Heim

May 19, 2025

I’ve been training at SBG Athens for a little over a year now and I’ve absolutely loved it! Instructors are top notch 👌🏼 and they always make class enjoyable. I’ve improved in Jiu Jitsu and MMA in so many ways. Training here has brought so much joy and feeling of purpose into my life. Every day I look forward to stepping foot into the gym, working on improving, and getting to spend time with the people there. This gym puts great effort into creating a community where we laugh together, sweat together, and support each other. Any time spent in this gym is time well spent

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Taher Benany

Apr 26, 2025

I joined SBG once I moved to Athens, GA from Cairo, Egypt. After doing some research while I was still in Egypt, I actually communicated with them and they replied and were very welcoming even though I was all the way across the world. I can’t speak enough of how this has been a cornerstone of my daily life. I lost 22 LBS (and counting), and my body is far stronger. I use the lifting facility at SBG also to add some strength to my program (they have a fully loaded lifting space with cardio equipment). The teaching in the classes is from an ecological approach, which is great because you grow into your own athlete and not just into an image of your coaches. All the coaches are amazing and supportive; coach Viki, Noah, Kane, Luke, Alex, Katrina, and of course the Singer brothers make you feel like you have been a member of this community for a LONG time. This is not an ad and I am not sponsored, but really if you are into combat sports, or if you are into adding more movement or just want to be fit, I think you cant go wrong with this investment ( you literally have a private trainer with you all the time!).

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Shane Harper

Mar 20, 2025

SBG Athens is Great! I started training at SBG in November of 2024. No matter your background this is a place for you! Whether you are looking to grow physically or mentally this tribe will help you. The coaching staff is very in tune with how to teach people at all levels. From no belt to black belt we have a place for you! SBG has impacted my life and I’m thankful I took the first step of just walking into the gym. The culture and kindness of SBG family is second to none. Come join us on the matt and experience it for yourself. I have no regrets about starting my journey at SBG and you won’t either! OTOV!

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Angela Seawright

Oct 21, 2024

We love this gym, this has been such a great experience for our son and he loves going to class. He has grown so much since starting SBG. He is only 3 and cleans up after himself when he eats, picks up his toys without asking, and is constantly trying to earn another stripe. Looking forward to many more years to come.

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Noah Peryam

Mar 12, 2024

My family has been going here for almost 14 years. The gym has become like family so my review will be a little biased but the fact my son, daughter, wife and I all train there says everything you need to know. If you're looking for great grappling, striking, and MMA coached by some of the best coaches in the world, this is the place for you. If you're looking for meat heads and thugs then go elsewhere. It's more of a family friendly environment but, don't let that fool you, they cultivate skilled fighters and martial artists!

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