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Chaiyo Muay Thai
4.8 ★★★★★ 54 Google reviews · Muay thai gym in Richmond, 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.
Muay Thai gym offering training and classes in the martial art developed in Thailand. Staff is friendly.
Plan your first class
- 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
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule chaiyomuaythai.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone +1 510-965-9771
Hours
| Monday | 9–10 am, 12–1 pm, 4:30–9 pm |
| Tuesday | 9–10 am, 4:30–8:30 pm |
| Wednesday | 9–10 am, 12–1 pm, 4:30–9 pm |
| Thursday | 9–10 am, 4:30–8:30 pm |
| Friday | 9–10 am, 12–1 pm, 4:30–8 pm |
| Saturday | 9 am–12 pm |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“I'd highly recommended giving them a try if you're interested in muay Thai - whether you're a complete beginner or have prior training, you'll be feeling at home in no time.”
“My son loves going to his kickboxing lessons!”
“I personally really like Friday night sparring and duking it out with my new friends that want to respectfully do the same.”
“I recommend this place for health and fitness, but also for MMA fighters to improve their standup, kick efficiency and clinch work.”
“The coaches are highly skilled, patient, and dedicated to helping students improve, whether you’re a complete beginner or an experienced fighter.”
“The training is intense but rewarding, with a great mix of technique, conditioning, and real Muay Thai fundamentals.”
“It's the standup game in MMA, it's Thailand's national sport as a boxing/kickboxing type event, and it's a deadly martial art for self defense and close combat through Muay Boran.”
Other martial arts here
“It's the standup game in MMA, it's Thailand's national sport as a boxing/kickboxing type event, and it's a deadly martial art for self defense and close combat through Muay Boran.”
“It's the standup game in MMA, it's Thailand's national sport as a boxing/kickboxing type event, and it's a deadly martial art for self defense and close combat through Muay Boran.”
“It's the standup game in MMA, it's Thailand's national sport as a boxing/kickboxing type event, and it's a deadly martial art for self defense and close combat through Muay Boran.”
What members say
“They teach authentic muay thai skills and techniques and they are very patient especially with new people.”
“I'd highly recommended giving them a try if you're interested in muay Thai - whether you're a complete beginner or have prior training, you'll be feeling at home in no time.”
“The gym has a welcoming, supportive atmosphere where everyone pushes each other to get better.”
“The training is intense but rewarding, with a great mix of technique, conditioning, and real Muay Thai fundamentals.”
“The coaches are highly skilled, patient, and dedicated to helping students improve, whether you’re a complete beginner or an experienced fighter.”
“It's the standup game in MMA, it's Thailand's national sport as a boxing/kickboxing type event, and it's a deadly martial art for self defense and close combat through Muay Boran.”
From the reviews
Once you joined Chaiyo Muay Thai, you would instantly feel like you are part of the team! I was very shy and intimidated when I first joined, but shortly after, Master & Mrs. Cheetah made me feel very welcomed. They teach authentic muay thai skills and techniques and they are very patient especially with new people.
As a martial art enthusiast, I was very picky finding places to train in Muay Thai. Thank goodness I found an authentic Muay Thai gym that is fruitful in its culture. I remember calling a few gyms including Chaiyo, and Master Cheetah called me back instantly. I loved his energy, and how welcoming he is.
Master Cheetah and his family are phenomenal. It's a little place right off the freeway on San Pablo Ave. Joining a gym like this can be a little bit scary, but really don't be nervous, everyone is much friendlier than you could imagine.
I always look forward to training at Chaiyo! Master Cheetah and all the instructors/staff have created an awesome environment; everyone is positive and likes to have fun while still pushing you hard and teaching proper techniques. The space and equipment are great, and the other students are friendly and helpful.
New to muay thai? Start at Chaiyo Muay Thai
Chaiyo Muay Thai comes up as a beginner-friendly gym, going by their listing and members’ reviews. 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 Chaiyo Muay Thai
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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