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A1 Boxing Club

4.8 ★★★★★ 68 Google reviews · Muay thai gym in Huntington Beach, California

Free trial Beginners welcome Kids & teens Private lessons Fitness classes Fight team

Plan your first class

  • Free trial or intro class most gyms welcome new members with a free trial or intro class — check their site or give them a call to book your first session
  • Beginner-friendly all levels welcome, including total beginners — you don't need to be fit or have any experience to start
  • Kids & youth classes kids and youth muay thai classes — built around discipline, focus, and confidence
  • Private lessons private, one-on-one coaching available — a focused way to start or to work around a busy schedule; ask about availability and rates
  • Fitness & conditioning muay thai fitness and cardio classes — a serious workout you can do without ever having to spar
  • Sparring & clinch sparring and clinch sessions for members ready for controlled contact — always optional and coach-supervised
  • Fight team a competition team for members who want to test themselves as amateur fighters
  • Today see hours ·
  • Website & schedule a1boxingclub.com — book classes and see the live schedule
  • Phone (562) 474-5785

Hours

Monday 6 AM–9 PM
Tuesday 6 AM–9 PM
Wednesday 6 AM–9 PM
Thursday 6 AM–9 PM
Friday 6 AM–8 PM
Saturday 8 AM–1 PM
Sunday 8 AM–1 PM

Hours shift for holidays, seminars, and open-gym times — worth a quick check before a special trip.

The classes they run

Muay thai classes on the schedule at A1 Boxing Club, confirmed in members' own reviews and the gym's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

🌱 Beginner Muay Thai 2 mentions

“First timers will not feel out of place.”

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🧒 Kids Muay Thai 8 mentions

“Signed up my kid for the summer for the kids boxing class there’s 2 coaches one coach I forgot his name maybe was coach Bryson?”

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👤 Private Lessons 2 mentions

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🔥 Muay Thai Fitness 6 mentions

“Whether you’re looking to compete, learn the amazing art of boxing, self defense or want great workouts, A1 boxing is the best place around!”

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🥊 Sparring

“Fast forward 8 months I lost 15 pounds and competed in my first point sparring match and won.”

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🏆 Fight Team 6 mentions

“Whether you’re looking to compete, learn the amazing art of boxing, self defense or want great workouts, A1 boxing is the best place around!”

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🛡️ Self-Defense 3 mentions

“Whether you’re looking to compete, learn the amazing art of boxing, self defense or want great workouts, A1 boxing is the best place around!”

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Other martial arts here

Muay thai gyms are usually multi-discipline. Here's what else members mention training under the same roof at A1 Boxing Club — mined from their reviews and the gym's own info.

🦵 Kickboxing 3 mentions

“Ive always wanted to try kickboxing but have always been too nervous, specially because I’m a girl.”

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🥊 Boxing 36 mentions

“This is where you want to be if you are looking to get into shape, learn boxing, gain self confidence, and have some connections with great people.”

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Disciplines are mined from reviews and the gym's own info — they show what members have trained, not a formal class guarantee. If you specifically want BJJ, boxing, or MMA alongside muay thai, confirm the current schedule with the gym.

What members say

The things reviewers bring up again and again across 68 Google reviews — in their own words.

🧑‍🏫 expert, authentic coaching 7 mentions

“The staff is super friendly and welcoming, and the coaches are top-notch—very knowledgeable and genuinely invested in helping you improve.”

🌱 welcoming to beginners 14 mentions

“The staff is super friendly and welcoming, and the coaches are top-notch—very knowledgeable and genuinely invested in helping you improve.”

🤝 no-ego, friendly gym 23 mentions

“The staff is super friendly and welcoming, and the coaches are top-notch—very knowledgeable and genuinely invested in helping you improve.”

📘 real technique & fundamentals 7 mentions

“What distinguishes him is his patience, insistence on doing the correct techniques and pushing hard while maintaining a positive and healthy feedback loop.”

🔥 killer workout & conditioning 8 mentions

“Whether you’re looking to compete, learn the amazing art of boxing, self defense or want great workouts, A1 boxing is the best place around!”

🥊 legit sparring & fight team 10 mentions

“Whether you’re looking to compete, learn the amazing art of boxing, self defense or want great workouts, A1 boxing is the best place around!”

From the reviews

A1’s owner loves the sweet science. Very cool spot he’s built here. Coaches like Chris Wilson bring a wealth of experience to this new gym. Give boxing a shot!

★★★★★ — Mike, Jan 2023

My 16 year old and I took our time carefully shopping all the boxing/fight gyms in the area, and landed at A1. We're extremely satisfied with the decision. Lots of classes throughout the day. Great workout, led by very skilled trainers. Plenty of room in classes. The community is really welcoming and encouraging.

★★★★★ — Steve, Dec 2022

I love A1 boxing! ☺️ I really enjoy the boxing and kickboxing classes. All the coaches are super friendly and encouraging. I get a great workout every time. 🥊💪🏻 I’m very happy with my membership and I highly recommend.

★★★★★ — Tina, Jul 2024

Have been coming to A1 for about 8 months now and I have never felt better ! Joe, Justin, Demarcus, John are all amazing and I always get a great workout while improving my skills !!

★★★★★ — Blanca, Jun 2024

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New to muay thai? Start at A1 Boxing Club

A1 Boxing Club comes up as a beginner-friendly gym, going by their listing and members’ reviews. If you've never thrown a punch or a kick, that's exactly who a good beginners program is for. A few things worth knowing before your first week. First, you don't need to be fit to start — you get in shape by training, not before it, and coaches scale the conditioning to you. Second, you won't be thrown into sparring — reputable gyms build fundamentals (stance, footwork, and the basic strikes of the "art of eight limbs") for weeks before any contact, and sparring stays optional. Third, all levels really are welcome — ask about a dedicated beginners or fundamentals class time so your first session is alongside others who are also starting out. Most gyms are happy to let you watch or try a class first, so reach out before you commit.

Check beginner classes on their site

Your first muay thai class at A1 Boxing Club

Nervous about walking into a muay thai gym for the first time? Almost everyone is, and good coaches expect beginners to come through the door. Here's what to know. What to expect: a typical first class is a warm-up, then drilling the basics on pads and bags — not fighting. Rest whenever you need to; no one will bat an eye. What to wear: shorts or athletic wear and a t-shirt; you'll train barefoot on the mats. What to bring: water and hand wraps if you have them — many gyms lend gloves for a first class, so it's worth asking when you call. As you keep training you'll add your own gloves, wraps, a mouthguard, and shin guards. Sparring is optional and comes later, once your fundamentals are solid. Arrive 10–15 minutes early to sign a waiver and meet the coach. It gets easier fast — most people feel far more at home by their third class.

Muay thai is a contact sport. Ease in, listen to your coaches, and if you have any injuries or health concerns, mention them before class and check with a doctor if you're unsure.

Where to find A1 Boxing Club

6070 Warner Ave, Huntington Beach, CA92647

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