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Krav Maga Renton

4.6 ★★★★★ 82 Google reviews · Muay thai gym in Renton, Washington

Free trial Beginners welcome Kids & teens Fitness classes

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 8–12) — built around discipline, focus, and confidence
  • Women's classes dedicated women's muay thai classes — a welcoming space to train and start out in
  • Fitness & conditioning muay thai fitness and cardio classes — a serious workout you can do without ever having to spar
  • Today see hours ·
  • Website & schedule kravmagarenton.com — book classes and see the live schedule
  • Phone (425) 970-8909

Hours

Monday 11 AM–1 PM, 5–8 PM
Tuesday 5–8 PM
Wednesday 11 AM–1 PM, 5–8 PM
Thursday 5–8 PM
Friday 12–1 PM
Saturday 8–11 AM
Sunday Closed

Hours shift for holidays, seminars, and open-gym times — worth a quick check before a special trip.

The classes they run

Muay thai classes on the schedule at Krav Maga Renton, confirmed in members' own reviews and the gym's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

🌱 Beginner Muay Thai 8 mentions

“MC fosters a supportive learning environment for students of all skill levels and makes the class both fun and challenging.”

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🧒 Kids Muay Thai 4 mentions

“I attend classes regularly now with my son (13) and daughter (10); it’s great to see them grow in both confidence, and situational awareness.”

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🔥 Muay Thai Fitness 6 mentions

“As an active-duty Army Ranger of six years, I can confidently say this is the ideal place to sharpen your self-defense skills while also getting in a great workout.”

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🛡️ Self-Defense 13 mentions

“As an active-duty Army Ranger of six years, I can confidently say this is the ideal place to sharpen your self-defense skills while also getting in a great workout.”

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Other martial arts here

Muay thai gyms are usually multi-discipline. Here's what else members mention training under the same roof at Krav Maga Renton — mined from their reviews and the gym's own info.

🦵 Kickboxing 2 mentions

“If you’re looking to learn self defense, work your butt off or to jump into some kickboxing, this is the place to do it!”

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🥊 Boxing 3 mentions

“Master MC is an amazing boxing instructor — I love how he's constantly walking around helping people with their technique so you always feel like you're improving with each class.”

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🛡️ Krav Maga 6 mentions

“I started Krav Maga about 4 years ago at Krav Maga Worldwide in Los Angeles.”

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Disciplines are mined from reviews and the gym's own info — they show what members have trained, not a formal class guarantee. If you specifically want BJJ, boxing, or MMA alongside muay thai, confirm the current schedule with the gym.

What members say

The things reviewers bring up again and again across 82 Google reviews — in their own words.

🧑‍🏫 expert, authentic coaching 5 mentions

“Coaches are really knowledgeable and patient, the progress is visible and rewarding, and the Krav doctrine sets the experience apart from other disciplines.”

🌱 welcoming to beginners 12 mentions

“As a beginner, the coaches made me feel welcome and the beginner classes are fairly accessible.”

🤝 no-ego, friendly gym 12 mentions

“MC fosters a supportive learning environment for students of all skill levels and makes the class both fun and challenging.”

📘 real technique & fundamentals 4 mentions

“Master MC is an amazing boxing instructor — I love how he's constantly walking around helping people with their technique so you always feel like you're improving with each class.”

🔥 killer workout & conditioning 7 mentions

“The classes are a great workout, and the coaches are all very helpful, knowledgeable, and give great feedback on our techniques.”

💗 welcoming to women 5 mentions

“This training is excellent for self-defense and particularly for single women (especially in this current climate) who want to feel empowered and confident.”

From the reviews

I just finished my first week of beginner's striking class and had so much fun! Master MC is an amazing boxing instructor — I love how he's constantly walking around helping people with their technique so you always feel like you're improving with each class.

★★★★★ — K, Apr 2021

I've waited to review since I've been coming here for a while now. This training is excellent for self-defense and particularly for single women (especially in this current climate) who want to feel empowered and confident.

★★★★★ — Melissa, Jun 2025

This place is phenomenal. Been training 3x weekly for the better part of a year and it's consistently the best hour of my day. Coaches are really knowledgeable and patient, the progress is visible and rewarding, and the Krav doctrine sets the experience apart from other disciplines.

★★★★★ — Sam, Feb 2023

I started Krav Maga about 4 years ago at Krav Maga Worldwide in Los Angeles. I was never athletic before and always hated working out but once I started taking Krav Maga classes, my entire outlook changed. I LOVE working out now and I'm learning an awesome skillset while I do it.

★★★★★ — Kirsten, Aug 2019

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New to muay thai? Start at Krav Maga Renton

Krav Maga Renton 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.

Check beginner classes on their site

Your first muay thai class at Krav Maga Renton

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.

Muay thai is a contact sport. Ease in, listen to your coaches, and if you have any injuries or health concerns, mention them before class and check with a doctor if you're unsure.

Where to find Krav Maga Renton

801 S 3rd St Suite D & E, Renton, WA98057

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