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Crazy 88 Mixed Martial Arts
4.7 ★★★★★ 374 Google reviews · Muay thai gym in Elkridge, Maryland
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 (ages 3–15) — 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 crazy88mma.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone (443) 283-1450
Hours
| Monday | 10 AM–1 PM, 4:30–9 PM |
| Tuesday | 11 AM–1 PM, 4:30–9 PM |
| Wednesday | 10 AM–1 PM, 4:30–9 PM |
| Thursday | 11 AM–1 PM, 4:30–9 PM |
| Friday | 4:30–7 PM |
| Saturday | 10 AM–5 PM |
| Sunday | 10 AM–12 PM |
The classes they run
“The coaches are incredibly knowledgeable, supportive, and push you to be your best whether you’re a complete beginner or a seasoned fighter.”
“My son has been training at Crazy 88 for almost five years, and the experience has been exceptional.”
“I started training here with my family, as a shy teenager.”
“Coaches here are top notch, training to match, and the sparring is at a perfect level.”
“The coaches are incredibly knowledgeable, supportive, and push you to be your best whether you’re a complete beginner or a seasoned fighter.”
“They push you to improve while making sure you’re developing proper form and technique.”
Other martial arts here
“The gym offers top-notch programs in Jiu-Jitsu, boxing, Muay Thai/kickboxing, and MMA.”
“I do Muay Thai, BJJ, boxing, will start doing No-Gi BJJ this week, and hopefully wrestling soon too.”
“Through both Jiu-Jitsu and Muay Thai, my son has built confidence, discipline, and resilience that carry over into every aspect of his life.”
“My name is Matt and I’ve been training at Crazy 88 MMA for two years now, and I can honestly say it’s one of the best decisions I’ve ever made.”
“I do Muay Thai, BJJ, boxing, will start doing No-Gi BJJ this week, and hopefully wrestling soon too.”
What members say
“The coaches are incredibly knowledgeable, experienced, and truly care about helping you improve—whether you’re just starting out or training for your next fight.”
“If you're looking for a place with a welcoming atmosphere, top-notch striking training, and a clean, well-maintained facility, this is the gym to join.”
“I love this gym be here for almost 3 years I love it I have gained so much confidence and lost so much weight the ppl are awesome coaches even better it’s a family”
“The coaches are highly experienced and really know how to break down techniques to make them easy to understand, whether you’re new to martial arts or more advanced.”
“The coaches are incredibly knowledgeable, experienced, and truly care about helping you improve—whether you’re just starting out or training for your next fight.”
“The gym is always clean, the front desk team is friendly and helpful, and the coaches are the best in the area.”
From the reviews
I've been training at Crazy 88 for a year and a half, and it's been an amazing experience. The gym offers top-notch programs in Jiu-Jitsu, boxing, Muay Thai/kickboxing, and MMA. Chris and Sergio provide excellent Jiu-Jitsu instruction, focusing on technique and live rolling.
I've been training at this martial arts gym for over a year now, and it’s hands down the best gym I’ve ever been a part of. One of the standout features of this gym is the front receptionist, Erica. She’s always so friendly and helpful, making sure everything runs smoothly.
I’ve had a really great experience at this gym and would definitely recommend it. The environment is welcoming, motivating, and supportive, making it a comfortable place to train no matter your experience level.
My son has been training at Crazy 88 for almost five years, and the experience has been exceptional. The instructors are highly professional, knowledgeable, and genuinely invested in their students’ development.
New to muay thai? Start at Crazy 88 Mixed Martial Arts
Crazy 88 Mixed 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 Crazy 88 Mixed 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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