The best muay thai gyms in California
Ranked by the members who actually train there — Google rating weighted by review volume, across 28,320 reviews of California gyms. Minimum 20 reviews to qualify, real muay thai gyms only, one location per chain, and nobody pays for a spot. Updated 2026.
#1 THE ARENA | The Boxing, Jiu Jitsu, MMA & Muay Thai Gym in San Diego
4.8 ★★★★★ 1,368 reviews · San Diego, CA
Spacious, clean-cut space with classes for martial arts of all kinds, plus strength training.
“Most impressive and expansive facilities I have seen yet. Open all day with classes every hour, The Arena features separate buildings for Jujitsu, Boxing and Muay Thai / MMA all co…” — Alexander
#2 Muay Thai Kickboxing Gym
4.9 ★★★★★ 562 reviews · North Hollywood, CA
“LOVE MTK!! Seriously, the best Muay Thai gym out there. Incredible coaches and an amazing community of students. All skill levels are welcome, from beginner to badass lol, and it n…” — Raul
#3 Sampa Jiu Jitsu and Martial Arts
4.9 ★★★★★ 268 reviews · Glendora, CA
“I enrolled my kids here for the summer program and they have been loving it so far. The coaches are patient, engaging, and consistent in creating a healthy environment for these ki…” — Youngmi
#4 Bomber Squad Academy | San Diego's Best Boxing, Muay Thai, and Strength & Conditioning
5 ★★★★★ 221 reviews · El Cajon, CA
“I have driven passed this Gym so many times. Finally signed up my daughter and was really impressed at the whole Bombersquad team. From the equipment to the staff. Everyone here tr…” — Sam
#5 Way of the Warrior Martial Arts
4.9 ★★★★★ 238 reviews · Elk Grove, CA
“My son started WOTW earlier this year and it has made all the difference. From learning hands on ways to stop a bully, learning how to advocate for himself and the steps to ensure …” — Elizabeth
#6 Pu‘u Muay Thai Martial Arts & Kickboxing Ventura
4.9 ★★★★★ 215 reviews · Ventura, CA
“This martial art studio is simply amazing. The moment you walk in you feel welcome, appreciated, accepted and valued. My kids have developed a great sense of community here and the…” — E.
#7 NELA Combat Fitness- Muay Thai
5 ★★★★★ 189 reviews · Los Angeles, CA
“GREAT gym. Super good vibes. Best workouts I’ve ever had, immaculately clean, and Ed is an amazing, friendly, and inspiring coach. Perfect balance of technique and conditioning. Co…” — Ryan
#8 Open Mat Academy
5 ★★★★★ 178 reviews · Tracy, CA
“Open Mat has become an integral part of our lives, a place where our entire family finds community, growth, and support. From the moment my son stepped onto the mats on the gym's o…” — Josie
#9 Alliance Jiu Jitsu San Diego
5 ★★★★★ 174 reviews · San Diego, CA
“My family and I absolutely LOOOVE Alliance!! In February 2023 Coach Deb scheduled our kids for the intro bjj class. They had such a blast!! We instantly felt welcomed by everyone a…” — Michelle
#10 Victory MMA & Fitness | Midway
4.6 ★★★★★ 247 reviews · San Diego, CA
“Came to San Diego for vacation and wanted to swing by Victory MMA. I stopped at another place prior and it just didn’t feel welcoming. Coming through Victory, all the staff were ni…” — Kris