I had a fantastic experience with Summit Fitness in Starkville! From my very first inquiry, their team was exceptionally communicative—quick to respond, clear in their explanations, and always willing to answer my questions. What truly set them apart, though, was how caring they were. You can tell they genuinely care about their customers, and it shows in everything they do.
Jamie and ginger are amazing people. Excellent jiu jitsu instruction and great community. Everyone is so patient and helpful with my one year old running around too 🤣 quality instruction and team
I trained for at summit for ~2 years while getting my masters at State. Jamie is hands down one of most skilled and welcoming black belts I’ve encountered. The training environment at summit is something special and it’s a room full of great people. You will not only receive top notch instruction here but you’ll enjoy your time there.If you are considering starting jiu jitsu I couldn’t think of a better place to start.
Coach Jamie Houston (and his team) continue to do so much to share their knowledge, expertise, and time to have combat sport opportunities in the Starkville, MS area… youth and adults alike benefit greatly from what Summit offers in terms of how they treat folks and engage in teaching. My 6 year old son loves the kids BJJ Classes (3x a week). His confidence, friendships, and body have all been built up stronger by the training program here.
All the instructors are down to earth people that are firm, fair, and professional with their handling of students. Highly recommend!! 💪
The kids class at Summit has been great for my son. He had no interest in any sports so we thought we would give this a try and it has been a game changer. In the couple of months we’ve had him in class he has improved greatly with coordination and effort. I can only imagine the impact this class will have on him in years to come.
My son has been attending the kids' class for several months now, and he absolutely loves it. Coaches Jamie and Gregor take the time to observe each child's technique when learning new skills. This class has boosted my son's confidence, helped him make friends, and he looks forward to class each week. I highly recommend Summit Fitness to any parent looking to help their child build confidence and learn important life lessons like teamwork, how to gracefully handle both victories and losses, discipline and mental toughness—all while staying physically fit through drills in every class!
My son (who is 7 years old) started his jujitsu journey back in August and he has loved every minute of it. He has grown and improved with every class. But most importantly, his confidence and his social skills have blossomed. It’s been awesome to watch. It’s a testament to Coach Jamie and all the other Summit Teachers who work with the kids and help build their confidence. We love this class.
I can't say enough good things about the kids program! My son and daughter have gained so much through the program and the coaches have been amazing. They have encouraged, disciplined, and motivated my children to push past what they thought they were capable of and really stretch themselves.
Summit Fitness Kickboxing & Jiu-Jitsu is a great gym with a great atmosphere. My jiu-jitsu and fitness have improved tremendously while training here. My training partners are always friendly and willing to help me learn and improve.
Awesome place to get a workout and learn something cool at the same time. I was off the mats for a few years and really needed to lose some weight. Jiu-Jitsu was the perfect go-to for me. Great and motivating instruction here.
Brown belt, been under Jamie for around 2 years now and hes by far the best coach Ive had in jiu jitsu in 9 years. Safe environment for experienced or new grapplers, and there is cardio kickboxing too which is a perfect way to get moving.
Attending Jamie Houston's jiu-jitsu gym has been an unparalleled experience. His world-champion expertise brings an unmatched level of skill and knowledge to every session. Under Jamie's guidance, I've not only honed my jiu-jitsu skills but also cultivated discipline, resilience, and a strong sense of camaraderie. The impact extends beyond the mat, shaping me into a more confident and focused individual. I’ve grown to acknowledge Summit as more of a family based environment, somewhere to try new things and become the best version of yourself. I am incredibly grateful for this gym.
My experience with Summit Fitness has been awesome. The Jiu Jitsu instructors are exceptional and the team is great. I was brand new to BJJ but they treated me no different. I have fully enjoyed being a member here.
I originally was interested in the kickboxing aspect of Summit but ended up trying jiu jitsu instead. Jamie is a wonderful instructor who makes you feel comfortable in his gym. I wouldn't have ever considered myself an athlete but the people who go here hype you up so much, you can't help but fall in love with the sport.
I love Summit fitness and highly recommend it to anyone who wants to train kickboxing or bjj. Everyone in there is so friendly and I felt super comfortable my first day even though I didn’t know anybody. The best people in Starkville!!
I am under another affiliate at another gym in the Jackson Metro area. However, I train here while I am attending Mississippi State. This place has quickly become a home away from home for me. Jamie is a fantastic and knowledgeable instructor with the competition accolades to back it up. Along with him, there is a solid group of upper level belts that invest their time to help newer people work hard to improve. There is no other place in the Starkville area that offers better training for self defense and competition than Summit BJJ. You'll try out a class and end up joining a family!
I have trained here as a student for 3 years and it’s presented me with love for a sport that I barely knew existed. This has been an awesome place for me to develop my skills and make new friends
Best gym!! I used to weight train and I wasn’t getting the whole package (training + cardio) mainly cause I was trying to do it by myself. In a gym with others and trainers constantly pushing you is def. the move! It’s affordable & fun :) 10/10 recommend,, especially if you’re looking for something different but still beneficial to you + your health :)
LOVE THIS PLACE! The instructors are so nice and always push me to do my best. I get a killer workout and burn a ton of calories for a 50 minute class. I have gotten 3 other friends to join and they love it just as much as me. I would recommend it to anyone!
I love attending the classes, I try to go 3 days a week and the classes are a great way to mix up your gym routine or a good way to be able to start a routine up as all you have to do is show up and not worry with planning your own workout. Great cardio, circuits and bag work, 10/10 recommend.
I moved to Starkville a couple months ago and I was searching for a place to relieve stress from being in a professional program. After a long day in the classroom I could not ask for a better place to go release stress, anger, or even to add to a great day! The trainers are wonderful along with the people that attend classes! It’s a friendly, go at your own pace, nonjudgmental atmosphere! The hours are perfect. I can always make it to a class! I love this gym and plan on being a member until I graduate!
