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Hoosier MMA
5 ★★★★★ 14 Google reviews · Muay thai gym in North Vernon, Indiana
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 5–15) — built around discipline, focus, and confidence
- 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 hoosiermma.pro — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone (812) 718-8752
Hours
| Monday | 4:30–8:30 PM |
| Tuesday | 4:30–7:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 4:30–7:30 PM |
| Thursday | 4:30–7:30 PM |
| Friday | 4:30–7:30 PM |
| Saturday | 8–11:30 AM |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“Josh’s knowledge in MMA is a blessing and his ability to adjust his coaching for beginners to advanced athletes is amazing!”
“My son has been going here for boxing and jiu-jitsu, for a couple of weeks now and he loves it.”
Other martial arts here
“I have been boxing with him for months, something I’ve always wanted to do, and we are extremely lucky to have him so close to home!”
“New to jiu jitsu, but believe it will be beneficial for mental and physical health along with any sports he decides to play!”
“Josh’s knowledge in MMA is a blessing and his ability to adjust his coaching for beginners to advanced athletes is amazing!”
What members say
“It’s been amazing, Coach Clark explains everything in great detail on how to do it and why!”
“Josh’s knowledge in MMA is a blessing and his ability to adjust his coaching for beginners to advanced athletes is amazing!”
From the reviews
I’ve been going to a boxing class for a few months and just started jiu jitsu! It’s been amazing, Coach Clark explains everything in great detail on how to do it and why! He takes the time to show every move. It’s been a blast learning and getting better with the class. It’s been a great lifestyle change for me!
My son has been going here for boxing and jiu-jitsu, for a couple of weeks now and he loves it. Coach Clark is amazing with him as well as the other two coaches Sophie and Jude. I cannot recommend him enough!
Completely love classes with Josh! From beginner to advance it feels like a welcome environment for everyone.
Hoosier MMA is probably the best martial arts school that ive had the pleasure of training at. When I first seen the school open in the middle of town, I was immediately drawn to the logo of the gorilla with a gi. I thought it was an interesting choice. My first few weeks here have been amazing.
New to muay thai? Start at Hoosier MMA
Hoosier MMA comes up as a beginner-friendly gym, going by their listing and members’ reviews. 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 Hoosier MMA
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.