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Atheneum Martial Arts
5 ★★★★★ 158 Google reviews · Muay thai gym in Medina, Minnesota
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
- Drop-ins drop-ins run around $30 — many gyms also offer monthly memberships and a discounted first session, so ask about new-member rates
- 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
- 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
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- Website & schedule atheneummartialarts.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone +1 763-342-5614
Hours
| Monday | 5–9 pm |
| Tuesday | 5–9 pm |
| Wednesday | 5–9 pm |
| Thursday | 5–9 pm |
| Friday | 5–9 pm |
| Saturday | 10 am–2 pm |
| Sunday | 2–5 pm |
The classes they run
“The session was really engaging and really open for people doing Muay Thai for the first time.”
“My kids have only been attending for about a month, but they really love it — every time, they look forward to the next class with excitement.”
Other martial arts here
“Sikai and all of the coaches are very knowledgeable and able to improve my two kids jiujitsu quite a lot.”
“The community and leadership has made me fall in love with MMA.”
What members say
“Sikai and all of the coaches are very knowledgeable and able to improve my two kids jiujitsu quite a lot.”
“The session was really engaging and really open for people doing Muay Thai for the first time.”
“Besides being a great place to practice jiujitsu it is also a very welcoming community.”
“The coaches pay close attention to proper technique and safety, offering gentle guidance and corrections when needed.”
“The gym is clean, professional, and has a welcoming atmosphere.”
“As a mom, I especially appreciate that the classes are warm and encouraging, with no pressure, but still with clear structure and discipline.”
From the reviews
Great place, great vibe! super clean, high level instructors! kids and adults classes! if you like competition or you want to do jiu jitsu as a hobby, both are covered there! Highly recommended
My kids have only been attending for about a month, but they really love it — every time, they look forward to the next class with excitement. The coaches are very attentive, know how to connect with children, and you can see how engaged everyone is and how happy they are to follow along and complete the activities.
My daughter has been taking jujitsu lessons here, and it’s been an amazing experience. The instructors are not only highly skilled but also incredibly patient and encouraging with the kids. They create a fun, respectful, and motivating environment where every student feels valued.
Atheneum is amazing! I’m new to martial arts and everyone was so welcoming and willing to help me learn. Sikai, the owner and an instructor, is so knowledgeable and an incredible teacher.
New to muay thai? Start at Atheneum Martial Arts
Atheneum Martial Arts 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 Atheneum 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.
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