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AKA San Antonio
5 ★★★★★ 28 Google reviews · Muay thai gym in San Antonio, Texas
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 (ages 5–15) — built around discipline, focus, and confidence
- Fitness & conditioning muay thai fitness and cardio classes — a serious workout you can do without ever having to spar
- Fight team a competition team for members who want to test themselves as amateur fighters
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule akasanantonio.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone (210) 251-4957
Hours
| Monday | 6–9 PM |
| Tuesday | 10 AM–12 PM, 5–9 PM |
| Wednesday | 10 AM–12 PM, 6–9 PM |
| Thursday | 10 AM–12 PM, 5–9 PM |
| Friday | 5:30–7 PM |
| Saturday | 10 AM–12 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“His dedication to the craft and ability to impart complex techniques in an accessible manner make him an exceptional mentor for practitioners at all levels.”
“If you are looking to get into great shape and challenge yourself this is the place to be.”
Other martial arts here
“It’s a fantastic environment for anyone looking to start their kickboxing journey!”
“Whether you’re training boxing, BJJ, or Muay Thai, this place is top-notch.”
“AKA San Antonio / B South BJJ has an amazingly knowledgeable and experienced trainer, coach, and Professor in Bobby Southworth.”
“This is the best training you will get from a Professor who has been through all the levels of MMA.”
“They also have wrestling practices, Coached by an NCAA wrestling Coach!”
What members say
“They also have wrestling practices, Coached by an NCAA wrestling Coach! They have great teammates and drilling partners, and the environment is just awesome!”
“Our coach Bobby Southworth is as legit as it gets and has done an amazing job in creating a welcoming, motivating and supportive environment amongst our team here.”
“Our coach Bobby Southworth is as legit as it gets and has done an amazing job in creating a welcoming, motivating and supportive environment amongst our team here.”
“His dedication to the craft and ability to impart complex techniques in an accessible manner make him an exceptional mentor for practitioners at all levels.”
“If you are looking to get into great shape and challenge yourself this is the place to be.”
“I’d love to see more women in the gym with me, specifically jiujitsu!”
From the reviews
By far the best gym I’ve trained at in all aspects of martial arts! If you are looking to get into great shape and challenge yourself this is the place to be. Bobby does an amazing job breaking down advanced techniques into smaller, digestible easy to understand concepts which help expedite the learning process.
From the moment I walked in I knew I came to the right place. Coach Bobby Southworth is very patient, accepts everyone of different skill levels, and fosters a welcoming environment. All the more experienced students are willing to help out novice’s like me. This is a hidden gem in San Antonio.
Bobby its the best in town talking about MMA. AKA the best academy around the world. Excellent professional career, UFC Camp and grate coach and friend. The one & only! 👊🏼
American Kickboxing Academy (AKA) San Antonio, under the expert guidance of Coach Bobby Southworth, is a premier training facility renowned for its excellence in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ) and Mixed Martial Arts (MMA).
New to muay thai? Start at AKA San Antonio
AKA San Antonio comes up as a beginner-friendly gym — noted on their own site. 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.
Your first muay thai class at AKA San Antonio
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.
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