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Dayton MMA | Team Renzo Gracie
4.9 ★★★★★ 94 Google reviews · Muay thai gym in Beavercreek, Ohio
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 — 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
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule daytonmma.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone (937) 431-1980
Hours
| Monday | 5:40–8:30 PM |
| Tuesday | 5:40–8:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 5:40–8:30 PM |
| Thursday | 5:40–8:30 PM |
| Friday | Closed |
| Saturday | 9:45 AM–1 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“I highly recommend Dayton MMA for both adults and kids class (I saw the end of a kids class when I arrived early) The instructor clearly explained the drills during the class.”
“The instruction is top notch with well structured easy to follow lessons and one on one guidance.”
“He teaches in a way that not only shows what you are doing but also explains the fundamental principles of why you do it and how it fits into the big picture.”
“From self defense, to fitness, and even the competition setting.”
Other martial arts here
“He’s a black belt accredited and affiliated with one of the world’s leading Jiu Jitsu practitioners, Master Renzo Gracie.”
“If you’re looking for a great team environment to grow and learn martial arts I can’t recommend Dayton MMA enough.”
What members say
“Coach Chris is a great example of what a coach should be: attentive, passionate, friendly, and he cares a lot about his team.”
“I introduced myself to him after his junior class was complete; he recalled our email exchange, was immediately personable, and again I felt welcomed.”
“Chris has the best and most positive and welcoming energy of any instructor I've trained with, and his instructions are very detailed and affective.”
“Just in a short time, my game was elevated by his technique progressions.”
“The studio itself was clean and organized, with plenty of cubbies for belongings, benches for spectators / guests, a changing area and restroom.”
“Ive been with Dayton MMA since 2016 and this place is worth every penny.”
From the reviews
I messaged Professor Chris before traveling to the Dayton area for a work conference that I was a novice GB BJJ white belt from the west coast wanting to keep learning while away from home. He welcomed me promptly through email, inviting me to attend any classes I would like while I was in the area.
Great place to train! The atmosphere is friendly and encouraging, and I always have a great time. The instruction is top notch with well structured easy to follow lessons and one on one guidance.
I had the opportunity to train at Dayton Mixed Martial Arts while I was in town for work. The gym is clean, and the people were welcoming and I had a great time.
The coaches are absolutely wonderful here. They are firm but fun and respectful. My son has always had issues with minding rules but loves structured classes. This gym has the perfect balance of that. They even get the parents involved.
New to muay thai? Start at Dayton MMA | Team Renzo Gracie
Dayton MMA | Team Renzo Gracie 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 Dayton MMA | Team Renzo Gracie
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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