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Arena Training Center
4.9 ★★★★★ 28 Google reviews · Muay thai gym in Livermore, California
Authentic Thai — reviews and the gym's own info point to coaching rooted in Thailand's muay thai tradition. If lineage matters to you, ask where the coaches trained and about their kru.
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
- Fight team a competition team for members who want to test themselves as amateur fighters
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule arenastrong.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone +1 925-660-9339
Hours
| Monday | 9 am–9 pm |
| Tuesday | 9 am–9 pm |
| Wednesday | 10 am–9 pm |
| Thursday | 9 am–9 pm |
| Friday | 9 am–9 pm |
| Saturday | 9 am–9 pm |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“My kids were taught the value of self discipline, self respect, perseverance and all the characteristics I expected them to learn in martial arts.”
“All the staff here are friendly, competent, and worthy of your trust.”
“They provide services for veterans and a supportive environment for women to train self defense in.”
Other martial arts here
“Been boxing here for years, the gym helps and encourages your amateur career and has helped me become GG/National Champion 3 years running.”
“I'd also recommend BJJ on Fridays, very fun class and a very good workout.”
What members say
“10/10 gyms been goin here for years and has amazing coaches, classes, and just general fitness if you interested in just that!”
“Best place to training: -Family atmosphere; -Great instructors ; -Good people; -Awesome time; -Good location;”
“They really make you work and sweat.”
“All the staff here are friendly, competent, and worthy of your trust.”
“The new Muay Thai coach is very knowledgeable and a people-oriented person.”
“Great facility with well maintained equipment, always kept clean.”
From the reviews
We've been coming for 7 years. The owners are great people we really trust and have learned so much from. My kids were taught the value of self discipline, self respect, perseverance and all the characteristics I expected them to learn in martial arts. Great facility with well maintained equipment, always kept clean.
This place is incredible for training! It offers a professional and welcoming atmosphere, along with exceptional coaches. I enjoy practicing boxing and jiujitsu here. I want to give a special mention to Coach Fabiano for consistently looking out for everyone, making us feel like part of a tight-knit family.
Been boxing here for years, the gym helps and encourages your amateur career and has helped me become GG/National Champion 3 years running. It’s the only boxing gym in the east bay anyone should even consider going to. Huge space for training, low rates, and great coaches.
Nice place to learn capoeira in Tri-valley. They even have free women self-defence class！ Nice owner and great general manager! Love to talk with them! My son and his buddy joined and are taking their training there. Nice coach and friendly group. Great interaction!
New to muay thai? Start at Arena Training Center
Arena Training Center 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 Arena Training Center
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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