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Academy of Martial Arts

4.9 ★★★★★ 46 Google reviews · Muay thai gym in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma

Muay Thai gym Free trial Beginners welcome Kids & teens 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
  • Fight team a competition team for members who want to test themselves as amateur fighters
  • Today see hours ·
  • Website & schedule okcama.com — book classes and see the live schedule
  • Phone (405) 378-9675

Hours

Monday 6–9 PM
Tuesday 5–8:30 PM
Wednesday 6–9 PM
Thursday 5–8:30 PM
Friday 6:30–8 PM
Saturday 10:30 AM–2 PM
Sunday 6:30–8 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 Academy of Martial Arts, confirmed in members' own reviews and the gym's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

🌱 Beginner Muay Thai 4 mentions

“Whether you're a beginner or advanced, this gym is perfect for anyone looking to improve their Jiu Jitsu skills.”

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🧒 Kids Muay Thai 10 mentions

“This place rocks, my daughter loves the kids class, she looks forward to going everytime, the coaches are all great.”

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🏆 Fight Team 3 mentions

“Coach Coleman cares about his students and their goals whether it's to get in shape, lose weight, or become a pro fighter.”

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🛡️ Self-Defense

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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 Academy of Martial Arts — mined from their reviews and the gym's own info.

🥊 Boxing 2 mentions

“Coach Coleman has extensive knowledge in Muay Thai, BJJ, Boxing and Wrestling.”

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🥋 Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ) 7 mentions

“Whether you're a beginner or advanced, this gym is perfect for anyone looking to improve their Jiu Jitsu skills.”

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🏟️ MMA 2 mentions

“My daughter participates in the kids Mixed Martial Arts class 2 days a week.”

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🤸 Wrestling 2 mentions

“That coupled with his extensive wrestling background makes his knowledge unquestionably helpful to any aspiring martial atist.”

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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 46 Google reviews — in their own words.

🧑‍🏫 expert, authentic coaching 7 mentions

“Adult or child, Coach Coleman offer the best knowledge in multiple martial arts for any and all ages and skill levels.”

🌱 welcoming to beginners 6 mentions

“It is great place for beginners, children and those who are wanting to maintain physical fitness”

🤝 no-ego, friendly gym 8 mentions

“It is never boring and I feel that I have a new family to support me on my health journey.”

🥊 legit sparring & fight team 3 mentions

“Coach Coleman cares about his students and their goals whether it's to get in shape, lose weight, or become a pro fighter.”

💗 welcoming to women 6 mentions

“The gym is impeccably clean and has a genuinely welcoming, female-friendly atmosphere.”

From the reviews

Academy of Martial Arts is the place to go! Adult or child, Coach Coleman offer the best knowledge in multiple martial arts for any and all ages and skill levels. I was very intimidated when I first started going to AMA, but the instructors and students made me feel like I belonged there.

★★★★★ — Lacy, Feb 2015

I had a fantastic experience at AMA! The gym is impeccably clean and has a genuinely welcoming, female-friendly atmosphere. Training here is comfortable, especially with the incredible support from both instructors and fellow students.

★★★★★ — Alisha, Dec 2024

Greatest martial arts gym in the state! Coach Coleman is hands down the best in the biz. As far as I know he is also the only instructor in oklahoma with both certified muay thai instructions with TBA, as well as a black belt under RT assoc.

★★★★★ — Kyle, Feb 2015

This place rocks, my daughter loves the kids class, she looks forward to going everytime, the coaches are all great. I would recommend this place to anyone at any age.

★★★★★ — Dylan, Jul 2016

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New to muay thai? Start at Academy of Martial Arts

Academy of Martial Arts 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.

See their beginner class info

Your first muay thai class at Academy of Martial Arts

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 Academy of Martial Arts

7315 S Shields Blvd, Oklahoma City, OK73149

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