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Arena Combat Sports | Muay Thai Kickboxing | Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu | Boxing

4.8 ★★★★★ 61 Google reviews · Muay thai gym in Miami, Florida

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

Full-service martial arts academy offering classes in Muay Thai kickboxing, Brazilian jiu-jitsu, boxing, and MMA.

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 3–6) — 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 arenacombatsports.com — book classes and see the live schedule
  • Phone (786) 369-6834

Hours

Monday 3–9 PM
Tuesday 7–8:30 AM, 3–9 PM
Wednesday 3–9 PM
Thursday 7–8:30 AM, 3–9 PM
Friday 3–8 PM
Saturday 9 AM–1:30 PM
Sunday Closed

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 Arena Combat Sports | Muay Thai Kickboxing | Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu | Boxing, confirmed in members' own reviews and the gym's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

🌱 Beginner Muay Thai 4 mentions

“It's an intensive workout that has seen me drop 15+ lbs since I started -- and as a first-time learner, I'm definitely glad I picked this as a go-to.”

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🧒 Kids Muay Thai 20 mentions

“They are patient, encouraging, and truly dedicated to helping kids thrive through Muay Thai, Kickboxing, Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, and Boxing.”

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🔥 Muay Thai Fitness 4 mentions

“It wasn’t just a great workout, I actually left feeling truly inspired and motivated to push myself.”

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🏆 Fight Team 2 mentions

“For beginners or experienced fighters, coach carlos opens everyone with welcome arms and teaches you self defense.”

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🛡️ Self-Defense 2 mentions

“If you’re interested in a low-pressure/encouraging but challenging environment to learn self-defense, just have fun, or get in shape, this could be the place for you.”

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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 Arena Combat Sports | Muay Thai Kickboxing | Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu | Boxing — mined from their reviews and the gym's own info.

🦵 Kickboxing

“They are patient, encouraging, and truly dedicated to helping kids thrive through Muay Thai, Kickboxing, Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, and Boxing.”

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🥊 Boxing 2 mentions

“They are patient, encouraging, and truly dedicated to helping kids thrive through Muay Thai, Kickboxing, Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, and Boxing.”

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🥋 Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ) 5 mentions

“They are patient, encouraging, and truly dedicated to helping kids thrive through Muay Thai, Kickboxing, Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, and Boxing.”

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🏟️ MMA 2 mentions

“Highly recommend for anyone with interest in mixed martial arts, BJJ or muy thai!”

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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 61 Google reviews — in their own words.

🧑‍🏫 expert, authentic coaching 3 mentions

“From day one Coach Carlos has been a great support to motivate and encourage my teenage boy to work hard, be accountable, and dedicated to the sport.”

🌱 welcoming to beginners 6 mentions

“The gym is clean and well equipped and everyone that I've had the pleasure of meeting is super friendly and welcoming!”

🤝 no-ego, friendly gym 16 mentions

“The gym is clean and well equipped and everyone that I've had the pleasure of meeting is super friendly and welcoming!”

📘 real technique & fundamentals 6 mentions

“He is incredibly knowledgeable in his trade and makes sure to attend every member - improving their form and technique.”

🔥 killer workout & conditioning 6 mentions

“I was looking for a workout that constantly challenged me as I was tired of the same old cardio-core routine I couldn't seem to escape.”

🥊 legit sparring & fight team 3 mentions

“For beginners or experienced fighters, coach carlos opens everyone with welcome arms and teaches you self defense.”

From the reviews

Coach Carlos has been a great teacher so far! I’m new to martial arts but coach does a good job of explaining the movements and helping me adjust my form. Every class I learn a little bit more and it’s been great for my cardio, mobility, and mind-body connection.

★★★★★ — Jahci, Aug 2023

I feel like this gym is truly one of a kind. It strikes the perfect balance between discipline and a welcoming, healthy vibe. The coach is one of the nicest guys you’ll meet, his years of training and dedication are evident, and he sets such a high standard that you naturally want to follow his guidance out of respect…

★★★★★ — Yos, May 2026

I can’t say enough great things about this gym! My 4-year-old niece is part of their Combat Sports program, and the growth we’ve seen in her confidence, discipline, and coordination has been incredible.

★★★★★ — Iviss, May 2025

I've been attending this gym for almost a few months now and with both the friendly, uplifting environment and Carlos as well as Eduardo being excellent mentors, I've been able to instill solid confidence both in myself and in my developing technique of Muay Thai.

★★★★★ — Dan, Aug 2019

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New to muay thai? Start at Arena Combat Sports | Muay Thai Kickboxing | Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu | Boxing

Arena Combat Sports | Muay Thai Kickboxing | Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu | Boxing 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.

See their beginner class info

Your first muay thai class at Arena Combat Sports | Muay Thai Kickboxing | Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu | Boxing

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 Arena Combat Sports | Muay Thai Kickboxing | Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu | Boxing

1061 SW 8th St, Miami, FL33130

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