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Integrated Fighting Arts Academy
4.8 ★★★★★ 60 Google reviews · Muay thai gym in Austin, Texas
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
- 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
- Fitness & conditioning muay thai fitness and cardio classes — a serious workout you can do without ever having to spar
- 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 ifaacademy.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone +1 512-663-4242
Hours
| Monday | 6:30–9 pm |
| Tuesday | 12–2 pm, 6:30–9 pm |
| Wednesday | 6:30–9 pm |
| Thursday | 12–2 pm, 6:30–9 pm |
| Friday | 12–2 pm, 6:30–7:30 pm |
| Saturday | 10:30 am–3 pm |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“I started as a complete beginner to martial arts.”
“I studied Filipino martial arts for 3 years as a teenager.”
“Frank Benn takes a holistic and realistic approach to martial arts with a heavy focus on sparring, practical application and athleticism.”
“The more experienced members here are happy and willing to aid in your growth as a fighter, and Frank himself has a wealth of knowledge and experience to share.”
“A must-have for any competitor or self-defense situation.”
Other martial arts here
“Sure, it's more substantial than a YMCA or a chain kickboxing gym membership, but your experience here will be one-of-a-kind.”
“Frank Benn has hands down one of the best fighting curriculums around with multiple decades of knowledge in boxing, muay thai, wrestling, Filipino kali and jiu jitsu.”
“Frank Benn has hands down one of the best fighting curriculums around with multiple decades of knowledge in boxing, muay thai, wrestling, Filipino kali and jiu jitsu.”
“There is a wide range of skills to train in: striking (boxing & muay thai), grappling (jiu jitsu & wrestling), MMA, and more.”
“Frank Benn has hands down one of the best fighting curriculums around with multiple decades of knowledge in boxing, muay thai, wrestling, Filipino kali and jiu jitsu.”
What members say
“Coach Frank is an incredibly knowledgeable and skilled instructor who truly excels in all aspects of mixed martial arts.”
“The other students are incredibly welcoming and helpful--its a truly great community.”
“You'll be surrounded by warm, friendly, and dedicated fellow students who share the same passion for growth and self-improvement.”
“He has created an environment that is not only focused on technique but also fosters respect, kindness, and a sense of community.”
“The curriculum covers boxing, Muay Thai, Filipino Kali (my favorite), women's fight class, BJJ, wrestling, and combat conditioning.”
“You can absolutely train here just for fitness; however, if you're serious about honing techniques and learning the science of fighting, IFA has the rigor and the expertise.”
From the reviews
UPDATE: I'm still training at this gym and still loving it!! The classes are high-quality and very helpful. So glad I have this community in my life! I really appreciate that Frank has made such an effort to keep all gym members safe during the pandemic.
After sampling the Muay Thai and Kali classes, I began training at IFA in April 2023. I think physical training is one of the very few things in life where consistent effort guarantees results. At IFA, you are in full control of your own success.
This place changed my life. I came to this gym looking for high level mixed martial arts training and I found that and more. Ive been going to this place for years and getting to know Frank Ben was life changing for me, he taught me more than just fighting, he showed me a way of life that helped me evolve into a…
I've been training here almost 4 months and I highly recommend IFA to anybody interested in learning not only martial arts but also confidence, fitness, and discipline. There is a wide range of skills to train in: striking (boxing & muay thai), grappling (jiu jitsu & wrestling), MMA, and more.
New to muay thai? Start at Integrated Fighting Arts Academy
Integrated Fighting Arts Academy 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 Integrated Fighting Arts 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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