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Muay thai classes in Chicago

Looking for muay thai classes in Chicago? Our directory tracks the gyms worth stepping on the mats for — from beginner-friendly programs and kids' classes to serious fight teams. Use the map and rankings below to find your gym, compare what each one offers, and grab a free trial before you commit.

13 muay thai gyms in the directory · 15 flag beginner-friendly classes · 13 with a free trial · updated 2026

The gyms to know

Benjilany striking - Muay Thai - kickboxing & MMA chicago

5 ★★★★★ 196 reviews

3759 N Ravenswood Ave #123, Chicago, IL

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Muay Thai gym Free trial Beginners welcome Kids & teens Private lessons Fight team expert, authentic coachingwelcoming to beginnersno-ego, friendly gym

Clean, welcoming, friendly, no-nonsense gym offering Muay Thai, MMA, and kickboxing classes.

Chicago School Of Grappling

5 ★★★★★ 142 reviews

722 S Racine Ave, Chicago, IL

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Muay Thai gym Free trial Beginners welcome Fitness Fight team expert, authentic coachingwelcoming to beginnersno-ego, friendly gym

No-nonsense studio for martial arts instruction, including boxing, kickboxing, Jiu-Jitsu & more.

Sam Colonna Boxing

4.6 ★★★★★ 138 reviews

2600 W 35th St, Chicago, IL

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Muay Thai gym Free trial Beginners welcome Kids & teens Fight team expert, authentic coachingwelcoming to beginnersno-ego, friendly gym

Members-only gym offering classes in boxing and muay thai to adults and children.

Chicago Muay Thai Kickboxing Club

4.7 ★★★★★ 123 reviews

2271 N Clybourn Ave, Chicago, IL

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Muay Thai gym Free trial Beginners welcome Private lessons Fitness Fight team Authentic Thai expert, authentic coachingwelcoming to beginnersno-ego, friendly gym

Training center offering Muay Thai kickboxing classes for all skill levels in a welcoming environment.

Degerberg Academy of Martial Arts

4.9 ★★★★★ 111 reviews

4717 N Lincoln Ave, Chicago, IL

Muay Thai gym Beginners welcome Kids & teens Fitness Fight team expert, authentic coachingno-ego, friendly gymreal technique & fundamentals

Titan Gym

4.8 ★★★★★ 107 reviews

4222 N Ravenswood Ave Suites 204/205, Chicago, IL

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Muay Thai gym Free trial Kids & teens Fitness welcoming to beginnersno-ego, friendly gymreal technique & fundamentals

Free trials in Chicago

The smartest way to start: these gyms offer a free trial class or a discounted intro deal, so you can experience the coaching and the room before you commit: Benjilany striking - Muay Thai - kickboxing & MMA chicago, Chicago School Of Grappling, Sam Colonna Boxing, Chicago Muay Thai Kickboxing Club, Titan Gym, Bender Martial Arts and Fitness. Try a couple before choosing. Check each gym's schedule for current offers, and see the full list on our free trial page.

Beginner-friendly muay thai in Chicago

New to the mats? These gyms flag beginner-welcoming classes: Benjilany striking - Muay Thai - kickboxing & MMA chicago, Chicago School Of Grappling, Sam Colonna Boxing, Chicago Muay Thai Kickboxing Club, Degerberg Academy of Martial Arts, Bender Martial Arts and Fitness. You do not need to be fit or experienced to start — read what to expect at your first class, or browse every beginner-friendly gym in the directory.

Kids muay thai in Chicago

Looking for classes for your child? These Chicago gyms flag kids' or youth programs: Benjilany striking - Muay Thai - kickboxing & MMA chicago, Sam Colonna Boxing, Degerberg Academy of Martial Arts, Titan Gym, Bender Martial Arts and Fitness, Chicago Thai Boxing Academy. See our kids' age guide for what age to start and how gyms keep it safe, or browse all kids muay thai gyms.

Cross-training in Chicago

Muay thai gyms in Chicago often teach other martial arts under the same roof, so you can add striking or grappling on one membership. See how the disciplines compare in our muay thai vs kickboxing, BJJ and MMA guide, or browse the other martial arts each gym offers and the muay thai class types available.

What local members say

Hello Chicago - need a new routine try Benjilany Fitness, 2 years after my kidney transplant. I wanted to get back where I was even better than before. Living a healthy lifestyle is important so with that being said, I wanted to work on my self defense striking, kickboxing and fitness.

This place is amazing. The gym has such a chill and positive atmosphere. Both the teachers and students have been welcoming, kind, supportive and respectful. All the teachers are attentive and make it around to everyone during drills. Gym fees are transparent, no required uniforms, and cross training is encouraged.

I wanted to share a quick story in hopes that perhaps it will help someone else one day.. my oldest son has always struggled with anxiety as he went in to his early teen years he seemed to feel worse with all the pressures at school .

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