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Chicago Muay Thai Kickboxing Club
4.7 ★★★★★ 123 Google reviews · Muay thai gym in Chicago, Illinois
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.
Training center offering Muay Thai kickboxing classes for all skill levels in a welcoming environment.
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
- 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 chicagokickboxingclub.com — book classes and see the live schedule
Hours
| Monday | 7 am–10 pm |
| Tuesday | 7 am–10 pm |
| Wednesday | 7 am–10 pm |
| Thursday | 7 am–10 pm |
| Friday | 7 am–8 pm |
| Saturday | 8 am–3 pm |
| Sunday | 9 am–3 pm |
The classes they run
“The coaches are incredibly knowledgeable, patient, and truly care about helping students improve—whether you're a beginner or an experienced fighter.”
“I messaged to the gym and I got a call back from coach Jim for a same-day private lesson in Muay Thai late at night because of my job driving into town.”
“A great workout that gives you real world experience in Self- Defense.”
“You can practice just for fitness or learn how to fight and spar with the best.”
“Coach Gil is fantastic, taught me clinch basics in 5 mins flat.”
“And if you are looking to become an actual Muay Thai fighter and become part of their fight team, if you put in the work they will do everything they can to help you succeed!”
“If you have the expendable income and want to learn some self defense or have a intense workout this is a good option for you.”
Other martial arts here
“If you are looking for a serious Muay Thai kickboxing gym Chicago Muay Thai Kickboxing Club is the best in Illinois and quite possibly the best in the country.”
“If I lived in Chicago I would not think twice about joining Chicago Muay Thai and Kick Boxing Club!”
What members say
“The coaches are incredibly knowledgeable, patient, and truly care about helping students improve—whether you're a beginner or an experienced fighter.”
“The coaches are incredibly knowledgeable, patient, and truly care about helping students improve—whether you're a beginner or an experienced fighter.”
“The coaches are helpful with the technique and welcoming to new people, and they have classes every day for all levels.”
“The coaches are helpful with the technique and welcoming to new people, and they have classes every day for all levels.”
“Whether your goal is becoming a master of Muay Thai or just getting into the best shape of your life, there is something for everyone here.”
“And if you are looking to become an actual Muay Thai fighter and become part of their fight team, if you put in the work they will do everything they can to help you succeed!”
From the reviews
I’m visiting Chicago for a work convention for the week. I emailed to see if I could train while I was in town. They got back to me and we were able to arrange something. I have been working with Coach James. I’m really happy I got to work with him and at Chicago Muay Thai. It’s been a great experience.
This is THE place to train if you’re looking to do Muay Thai for fun or compete. The coaches are the best in Chicago. They actually correct your technique and care about what you’re doing. The classes are well thought out and are very cohesive across all the board.
I had a fantastic time while at Chicago Muay Thai Kickboxing Club. I was a regular going 3-4 times a week. A great workout that gives you real world experience in Self- Defense. I highly recommend this to anyone who is looking for a group workout session.
I trained here for the last 6 months that I lived in Chicago. This isn’t only one of the best Muay Thai gyms, it is one of the best martial arts gyms bar none. Each instructor has a unique teaching style they gift to the class. The gym is clean and people are courteous.
New to muay thai? Start at Chicago Muay Thai Kickboxing Club
Chicago Muay Thai Kickboxing Club 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 Chicago Muay Thai Kickboxing Club
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. 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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