Maverick Training Center - Huntsville, Alabama

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I was in town for several months and was glad I found Maverick Training Center. It is my favorite gym where I have trained. The coaches are exceptional; clear in their instruction, and they teach techniques in a logical progression that builds over the weeks, aiding learning.

The gym has a safe, supportive, and respectful culture. People look out for their training partners, and I met some great people there. There's a better focus on standup/takedowns than at many gyms, which is essential since competitions and fights start standing.

If you're looking for a place to train, definitely check out Maverick.

Michael V.

I have been training Jiu Jitsu and Muay Thai at Maverick Training Center since Oct 2022 and I am thankful to have found this place. The gym has a warm and welcoming presence. All of the instructors are professional and extremely competent in their craft. They maintain the cleanest gym that I have ever seen. They offer a variety of different kids and adult classes to choose from. Have found the other gym members to be level-headed rad people that range all ages. If you are interested in learning BJJ or Mauy Thai, either to be competitive, learn self defense, for fitness, or just to have some fun then I highly recommend Maverick.

Carissa C.

This gym is well worth a visit. I travel regularly for work and hate taking training breaks, so I've been to a lot of gyms. This one is one of the nicest I've ever been to. It's owned by a female black belt; her two kids are also blackbelts and they teach many of the classes. Talk about a talented family! Other students here are very friendly, everyone is mellow, and the instructors' style is very smooth. The place is spotless and organized with a lot of mat space. They do a lot to make people feel welcome, including offering coffee(!) at the morning classes. If I lived in town, I'd sign up at this place in a heartbeat.

Travis J.

I trained for 2 years at Maverick. You will truly get the best training around Huntsville and in Alabama. The facility is spotless at all times and the expected hygiene standards are always upkept. Maverick offers a variety of classes that allowed me to train at flexible times, as my schedule changed often. This is a family owned gym and the owners are all blackbelts. They do this for a living. So whether you're looking to compete - you will always have a coach in your corner. Or you just want to train casually - you will always have a knowledgeable coach. I helped teach kids classes for a time and the kids program is ran top notch with every kid getting the attention they deserve. I owe a lot of growth and development to Maverick Training center and hope all others who step on those mats experience what I did.

Philip R.

Suzanne Evan and Julia are people I have known and maintained friendship with for 16 years and are some of the most caring and passionate coaches and students of martial arts I’ve ever met in my life. They genuinely care about helping you reach your goals whatever they may be competing, general fitness/healthier lifestyle. As a veteran I can tell you they are very invested in the community they are a part of and do as much as they are able to provide a safe location for all levels of students to learn and feel welcome and included in the group, it really is like a family vibe here. Everyone supports one another. This is the only place I would train personally.

Matthew J.

As a visitor to the area and to Maverick, I was warmly welcomed by Professor Suzanne, her coaches, and her students. I can't speak highly enough about the quality of instruction I received from Professor Evan, and all of the students I met and trained with were excellent training partners. As a long-time practitioner, I would recommend this school to anyone of any age or experience level whose looking for a fun, safe environment where they can train and grow.

John F.

Maverick is a fantastic place to train. The mats are kept clean throughout the day, the technique and instruction is incredible, and gym culture is very family oriented - never any drama. I did a trial class when I moved to Huntsville after trying several other places in town and never looked back.

I have, however, been training here for two years and I don't think anyone knows my real name.

Julie B.

Highly recommend as the best gym in town (arguably state as well). First off, all the professors are professional both in attitude and technique. Whether it’s a basics instructor advance instructor, or Muay Thai. As a new guest you will always feel welcome, even if you decide to try out the earliest morning class (6am). The entire facility is spotless and clean. And the best part is the location with it being located in heart of downtown 👍