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IMB Academy
4.7 ★★★★★ 36 Google reviews · Muay thai gym in Carson, California
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
- 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 imbacademy.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone +1 310-787-8793
Hours
| Monday | 4–9 pm |
| Tuesday | 5–9 pm |
| Wednesday | 4–9 pm |
| Thursday | 5–9 pm |
| Friday | Closed |
| Saturday | 9 am–12 pm |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“I originally came here to sign my son up for the kid's martial arts classes but after watching some of the adult classes I decided to join the boxing class.”
“We do spar here at IMB, but we don't fight one another.”
Other martial arts here
“I originally came here to sign my son up for the kid's martial arts classes but after watching some of the adult classes I decided to join the boxing class.”
“There are so many different things to learn (boxing, eskrima, grappling,) you won't get bored.”
“Our school is eclectic, and there's many different arts you can learn which include MMA, and Eskrima.”
What members say
“Great instruction+ great people makes for a great experience.”
“All of the instructors are welcoming and helpful, the other students are welcoming and there is no judgement regardless of your level.”
“All of the instructors are welcoming and helpful, the other students are welcoming and there is no judgement regardless of your level.”
“They make sure that everyone can safely practice the techniques we are learning, which includes the practical application of said technique.”
“We do spar here at IMB, but we don't fight one another.”
“Imb has helped her gain confidence and defend herself against bullies.”
From the reviews
i've been a student for 5 years now and I plan to stay with IMB for as long as I'm capable of training. i've had many bad experiences with people at martial arts schools and gyms, so it's difficult to find a martial arts gym that feels not only safe for a young woman, but genuinely constructive and familial.
I originally came here to sign my son up for the kid's martial arts classes but after watching some of the adult classes I decided to join the boxing class. My son and I both love this place and I've started doing the muay thai class as well.
I've been training at IMB for a while, and I love it here. It's definitely a great place to train if you're looking to learn Martial Arts. No matter what skill level you're at, you will definitely learn something new. If there's one thing I learned about training here, it's that there's always something new to learn.
I been training muay thai here for about a year now and I love it. All of the instructors are welcoming and helpful, the other students are welcoming and there is no judgement regardless of your level. This truly is a great place to start and refine your martial arts journey.
New to muay thai? Start at IMB Academy
IMB Academy 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 IMB Academy
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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