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Bay Area Boxing
5 ★★★★★ 139 Google reviews · Muay thai gym in Belmont, 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.
Clean gym for weight lifting and martial arts that offers a variety of classes, including Muay Thai.
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 $99 — 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 (ages 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 bayareaboxing.net — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone +1 650-520-8681
Hours
| Monday | 6–7 am, 12–9 pm |
| Tuesday | 6–7 am, 12–9 pm |
| Wednesday | 6–7 am, 12–9 pm |
| Thursday | 6–7 am, 12–9 pm |
| Friday | 6–7 am, 12–8 pm |
| Saturday | 8 am–3 pm |
| Sunday | 9 am–2 pm |
The classes they run
“The training is structured, challenging, and perfect for all levels, whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned fighter.”
“Bay Area Boxing is exactly what my 9 year old at the time wanted, and what I as a parent was looking for my son’s physical and emotional development along with discipline.”
“It strikes a perfect balance between technical work and fitness, and I also take private lessons with Coach Mo to focus on strength training.”
“Definitely recommend anyone who is interested in real-world and practical martial arts training or just wants get in shape to go to Bay Area Boxing.”
“Whether you want to lift weights, spar or roll on the mats - this place has it all.”
“The training is structured, challenging, and perfect for all levels, whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned fighter.”
Other martial arts here
“I joined on a whim because I needed a new fitness routine, and I'm so glad I picked this place as my first kickboxing gym!”
“Bay Area Boxing is exactly what my 9 year old at the time wanted, and what I as a parent was looking for my son’s physical and emotional development along with discipline.”
“I HIGHLY recommend Bay Area Boxing for any beginners or vets to kickboxing/boxing/MMA.”
What members say
“Fast forward to now and I've developed my skills and personal fitness tremendously, thanks to the amazing coaches.”
“As someone with no prior experience in any combat sport, I was initially very hesitant to attend my first class at Bay Area Boxing.”
“He’s incredibly detailed, technical, and professional, breaking down techniques in a way that’s easy to understand and apply, as well as friendly and welcoming.”
“Special shoutout to Coach Jacob —their attention to detail, technical knowledge, and ability to push you to your limits while keeping you motivated is unmatched.”
“The training is structured, challenging, and perfect for all levels, whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned fighter.”
From the reviews
Been at this gym for almost 3 years and have loved it since! Not only did I get in incredibly and noticeable good shape within a few months, I also learned a lot about boxing from the coaches who take the time to explain everything with care. I stayed 6 months longer in the Bay Area just to continue being at this gym.
This is like my second home. Joined back in 2013. Jake D. and his crew are top notch. The upgrade in equipment and new tech makes gym days a blast. Muay thai fundamentals with Phil really hone in my punching and kicking. I can then practice them on the heavy bag during Brady's kickboxing class.
If you’re looking for a top-notch boxing gym, Bay Area Boxing is the place to be. The atmosphere is intense yet welcoming, with coaches who genuinely care about your progress. The training is structured, challenging, and perfect for all levels, whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned fighter.
I went to Bay Area Boxing for about a year before moving out of state and it was the best fitness experience I've had in my adult life! Everyone was beyond friendly, the facility was really nice and always clean, and the owner and managers were always extremely helpful.
New to muay thai? Start at Bay Area Boxing
Bay Area 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.
Your first muay thai class at Bay Area 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.
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