July 15, 2025
Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu & MMA Classes and Personal Training in Buford, GA
About Creighton Mixed Martial Arts Academy
Since 2003, Creighton MMA has been a cornerstone for martial arts and fitness in the Suwanee area. Our academy offers a well-rounded mix of Brazilian Jiujitsu in Suwanee and nearby Buford, MMA striking, kids martial arts, and group fitness classes for all ages and skill levels.
The academy is led by Paul Creighton, a 4th-degree black belt under Renzo Gracie. With decades of experience and black belts in multiple disciplines, Paul has devoted his life to teaching and inspiring others through martial arts.
Located just 2 miles from Suwanee Town Center and a short drive from Sugar Hill, Buford, Lawrenceville, and Johns Creek, Creighton MMA draws students from across the greater Gwinnett and Atlanta metro area.
Come see for yourself—schedule a free class, meet our instructors and students, and experience why our community continues to grow. We’re excited to welcome you to the mats.
Programs offered at Creighton MMA & Fitness
We offer Brazilian Jiujitsu, MMA Striking, Fitness Kickboxing and Total Body Fitness Classes.
Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
Developed by the Gracie family and created to enable a smaller individual to dominate a much larger and more powerful person.
Jiu-Jitsu Classes
Mixed Martial Arts
Our Mixed Martial Arts (MMA) Striking classes focus on Boxing, Muay Thai Kickboxing, and Wrestling techniques to round out a complete self defense system.
(MMA) Striking Classes
Kids BJJ & MMA
Help your kids build confidence, discipline and lifelong skills through fun and empowering martial arts training!
Kids BJJ / MMA Classes
Fitness Kickboxing
45 minute Group Fitness classes that will challenge you through heavy bag combinations and calisthenics.
Group Kickboxing Classes
Total Body Fitness (TBF)
Our TBF classes are high energy 35 minute HIIT classes that focus on fundamental movements and cardio exercises that will burn away fat and build muscle.
Group HIIT Classes
Wrestling/Judo Takedowns
In our BJJ and MMA classes we focus our takedowns on wrestling and judo techniques to bring the fight to the ground.
Takedown Classes
Personal Training: Martial Arts and Fitness
If you are looking for One on One sessions in any of our programs we have highly experienced instructors that can lead you through private lessons.
Personal Training
Academy Hours
Monday
9:30 AM – 12:30 PM
3:30 PM – 9:00 PM
Tuesday
6:30 AM - 8:00 AM
9:30 AM – 11:00 PM
3:30 PM – 9:00 PM
Wednesday
9:30 AM – 12:30 PM
3:30 PM – 9:00 PM
Thursday
6:30 AM - 8:00 AM
10:30 AM – 12:30 PM
3:30 PM – 9:00 PM
Friday
9:30 AM – 12:30 PM
5:30 PM – 7:30 PM
Saturday
8:15 AM – 1:00 PM
What Our Students Are Saying…
“I am enrolled in the Academy as are my 4 Grandchildren ages 11, 13, 13 and 14. I can't say enough good things about this school. It is like being part of an extended family.”Read more reviews
Paul Creighton – Head Instructor
Paul Creighton began studying martial arts at the age of five. He started with wrestling, and wrestled competitively throughout high school and college. As a competitive wrestler in high school and college, Creighton compiled a 134-16-1 (win-loss-tie) record and was a Junior Olympic Gold Medalist. While obtaining his Bachelors degree in health science at SUNY Brockport, Paul began goshin jutsu karate, Japanese ju-jitsu, and judo where he went on to obtain a Black Belt in each of these disciplines.
