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DNA LEVEL C BOXING CLUB

4.7 ★★★★★ 67 Google reviews · Muay thai gym in Maple Heights, Ohio

Beginners welcome Kids & teens Private lessons Fight team

Clean boxing studio that aims to build youngsters’ self-confidence through discipline and teamwork.

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 (ages 5) — 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
  • 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 dnaboxing.com — book classes and see the live schedule
  • Phone (216) 200-0664

Hours

Monday 5:30–9:30 AM, 4–8 PM
Tuesday 4–8 PM
Wednesday 5:30–9:30 AM, 4–8 PM
Thursday 4–8 PM
Friday Closed
Saturday 8–11:30 AM
Sunday 8–11:30 AM

Hours shift for holidays, seminars, and open-gym times — worth a quick check before a special trip.

The classes they run

Muay thai classes on the schedule at DNA LEVEL C BOXING CLUB, confirmed in members' own reviews and the gym's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

🧒 Kids Muay Thai 17 mentions

“Every Kid Will Definitely Learn To Pick Each Other Up & Encourage Each Other To Keep Your Head Up During Adversity & Keep Pushing, All Great Keys To Growth!”

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🛡️ Self-Defense 2 mentions

“If you come in ready to work DNA will teach you boxing/self defense and get you in the best shape of your life!”

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🌱 Beginner Muay Thai

“Best place in Cleveland if you are beginner looking to actually fight competitively or learn to just be more efficient with your techniques.”

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Other martial arts here

Muay thai gyms are usually multi-discipline. Here's what else members mention training under the same roof at DNA LEVEL C BOXING CLUB — mined from their reviews and the gym's own info.

🥊 Boxing 7 mentions

“If you come in ready to work DNA will teach you boxing/self defense and get you in the best shape of your life!”

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Disciplines are mined from reviews and the gym's own info — they show what members have trained, not a formal class guarantee. If you specifically want BJJ, boxing, or MMA alongside muay thai, confirm the current schedule with the gym.

What members say

The things reviewers bring up again and again across 67 Google reviews — in their own words.

🧑‍🏫 expert, authentic coaching 6 mentions

“My son has been getting trained by coach Ali for almost two years and I must say he’s one of the best coaches in Cleveland.”

🤝 no-ego, friendly gym 5 mentions

“The coaches and other boxers are skilled and friendly and go out of their way to make you better.”

📘 real technique & fundamentals 6 mentions

“You will be coached on proper fundamentals and technique the coaches are patient and make sure your working right, the environment is clean and there is plenty of parking.”

🔥 killer workout & conditioning 2 mentions

“If you come in ready to work DNA will teach you boxing/self defense and get you in the best shape of your life!”

🥊 legit sparring & fight team 4 mentions

“Best place in Cleveland if you are beginner looking to actually fight competitively or learn to just be more efficient with your techniques.”

💗 welcoming to women 3 mentions

“Ladies it’s not just for men, I am a 64 yr old female, and with what I do and learn here I’m not stopping 💪🏾”

From the reviews

Absolutely love DNA BOXING CLUB. After my first visit I was hooked. The strength and conditioning workouts along with the boxing training are top level. There is a high level of commitment and expert knowledge provided by Coach Ali.

★★★★★ — Pj, May 2024

My son has been getting trained by coach Ali for almost two years and I must say he’s one of the best coaches in Cleveland. The level of professionalism in the way he runs his gym is unmatched he’s also very thorough and patient with all the kids he works with. I highly recommend DNA Boxing Club.

★★★★★ — Brandon, Jul 2019

Best place in Cleveland if you are beginner looking to actually fight competitively or learn to just be more efficient with your techniques. This place has totally turned my skills and confidence around. I owe coach ali everything for one of the best transformations of 2023-2024 get in here now!

★★★★★ — Carlos, May 2024

This gym is clean and the staff are very friendly. The coaches are really good with kids. They get individual attention, and they are good with encouraging and motivating the kids. My 5 year old son loves this gym and we will be back.

★★★★★ — Kimberly, Feb 2022

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New to muay thai? Start at DNA LEVEL C BOXING CLUB

DNA LEVEL C BOXING 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.

Check beginner classes on their site

Your first muay thai class at DNA LEVEL C BOXING 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 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.

Muay thai is a contact sport. Ease in, listen to your coaches, and if you have any injuries or health concerns, mention them before class and check with a doctor if you're unsure.

Where to find DNA LEVEL C BOXING CLUB

20520 Southgate Park Blvd, Maple Heights, OH44137

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