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Gracie Owensboro
5 ★★★★★ 79 Google reviews · Muay thai gym in Owensboro, Kentucky
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
- Fitness & conditioning muay thai fitness and cardio classes — a serious workout you can do without ever having to spar
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule gracieowensboro.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone (270) 213-6089
Hours
| Monday | 10 AM–12:30 PM, 4:15–7:45 PM |
| Tuesday | 6 AM–12:30 PM, 4:15–7:45 PM |
| Wednesday | 10 AM–12 PM, 4:15–7:45 PM |
| Thursday | 6 AM–12:30 PM, 4:15–7:45 PM |
| Friday | 10–11:45 AM, 4:15–7:45 PM |
| Saturday | 10 AM–12 PM |
| Sunday | 10 AM–12 PM |
The classes they run
“Great gym for kids and adults of all skill levels.”
“This program has done more than teach techniques — it’s helped my daughter develop confidence, focus, and perseverance.”
“Whether your goal be self defense, better physical fitness, self esteem boost, pursuit of discipline, or all of the above, your goals can be met all in one room.”
Other martial arts here
“Coach Mike is awesome, Gracie Owensboro is awesome, starting jiu jitsu 5 months ago is one of the best decisions I have ever made!”
What members say
“Coach's are very knowledgeable, have a ton of patience, and break down the lessons so anyone can understand them.”
“Very welcoming to new students and there are plenty of skilled, high level athletes for those wanting to train with the best and push their limits.”
“Very welcoming to new students and there are plenty of skilled, high level athletes for those wanting to train with the best and push their limits.”
“The kids program is top notch - both of my young children train and are progressing very well, making new friends, and becoming more disciplined.”
“Whether your goal be self defense, better physical fitness, self esteem boost, pursuit of discipline, or all of the above, your goals can be met all in one room.”
From the reviews
My daughter and I have been a part of Gracie Owensboro for a little more than four years now. I can’t begin to recommend the services they provide enough. Whether your goal be self defense, better physical fitness, self esteem boost, pursuit of discipline, or all of the above, your goals can be met all in one room.
This place deserves a 12/10 for communication. Their emails are spot on and their ability to connect with families is exemplary! I am so glad we found Gracie and I am proud of the growth I already see in my son. The other day he was being lazy when doing his exercises.
My 9yr old has taken 6 weeks worth of classes and is enjoying most of the classes. The instructors do a great job of making the students earn there stripes through actually learning the skill or hold and using them in class sessions.
Gracie Owensboro as a whole is a great place to either start or continue your grappling or striking journey. Coach's are very knowledgeable, have a ton of patience, and break down the lessons so anyone can understand them. The members of this gym are also an outstanding diverse group of people.
New to muay thai? Start at Gracie Owensboro
Gracie Owensboro 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 Gracie Owensboro
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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