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Jax (Jacksonville) Muay Thai
5 ★★★★★ 156 Google reviews · Muay thai gym in Jacksonville, Florida
Authentic Thai — reviews and the gym's own info point to coaching rooted in Thailand's muay thai tradition. If lineage matters to you, ask where the coaches trained and about their kru.
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 3–16) — built around discipline, focus, and confidence
- Women's classes dedicated women's muay thai classes — a welcoming space to train and start out in
- 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 jacksonvillemuaythai.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone +1 904-500-5425
Hours
| Monday | 8:30 am–2 pm, 5–9 pm |
| Tuesday | 8:30–11 am, 5–9 pm |
| Wednesday | 8:30 am–2 pm, 5–9 pm |
| Thursday | 8:30–11 am, 5–9 pm |
| Friday | 8:30 am–2 pm |
| Saturday | 8:30 am–1 pm |
| Sunday | 9:30 am–12 pm |
The classes they run
“The coaches are incredibly knowledgeable, patient, and motivating — they genuinely care about your growth, whether you’re a beginner or more advanced.”
“Their women’s program is also outstanding—empowering, well-structured, and a great space to learn and grow.”
“Since doing private sessions, my Muay Thai has improved more than I ever thought possible.”
“They have shown me new concepts and techniques that I incorporated into my arsenal and use often during sparring to this day.”
“Whether you’re looking to compete, improve your fitness, or just try something new, this gym provides a supportive environment that’s conducive to growth.”
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What members say
“I have never had a single negative interaction with anyone in the gym, everyone is happy to be here because of the attitude of the amazing coaches and staff.”
“They’ve created an environment that’s welcoming, respectful, and positive, whether you’re brand new or experienced.”
“Whether you’re looking to compete, improve your fitness, or just try something new, this gym provides a supportive environment that’s conducive to growth.”
“As a former soldier I struggled to find a sense of purpose I once had in the service, jax Muay Thai gave me that along with the camaraderie being surrounded by amazing people.”
“Everything is organized so perfectly, featuring a dedicated area for bagwork, strength and conditioning area, open mat space, and a ring.”
“Whether you’re looking to compete, improve your fitness, or just try something new, this gym provides a supportive environment that’s conducive to growth.”
From the reviews
We definitely recommend JMT for real Muay Thai. They have the best atmosphere for learning. . Go see Mike he is very accommodating.
Jax Muay Thai has truly changed our family’s life in ways I never expected. As a husband and father of two, finding something that benefits all of us physically, mentally and emotionally. The staff and coaches are absolutely incredible: knowledgeable, patient, motivating, and genuinely invested in every student.
Before I joined JMT, I was really struggling with anxiety and panic attacks. I never imagined a gym could change my life the way this one has. JMT has truly become my second home. It’s where I spend most of my time, and where I feel the strongest, both mentally and physically.
I’ve been training at JMT since October 2023, and it has truly become my second home. From the moment I walked in, I felt welcomed, supported, and pushed in the best way possible.
New to muay thai? Start at Jax (Jacksonville) Muay Thai
Jax (Jacksonville) Muay Thai 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 Jax (Jacksonville) Muay Thai
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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