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Lafayette Strong Muay Thai and Mixed Martial Arts
5 ★★★★★ 86 Google reviews · Muay thai gym in Lafayette, Louisiana
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 6–12) — built around discipline, focus, and confidence
- 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 muaythaila.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone (337) 446-0916
Hours
| Monday | 4–10 PM |
| Tuesday | 4–10 PM |
| Wednesday | 4–10 PM |
| Thursday | 4–10 PM |
| Friday | 5:30–10 PM |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“I especially like that they rotate days between Muay Thai and jiu jitsu so the kids get exposed to different elements of martial arts.”
“The conditioning classes are responsible for dropping my heart rate by 20 points and my BP went from 130/95 or so to 120/70.”
“Since joining I have been in 3 exhibition fights, all of which he trained me perfectly to develop my own style while staying true to the fundamentals of Muay Thai.”
“My son was very nervous about starting something new especially when it came down to self defense.”
“Best muay thai gym on the gulf coast, very helpful for beginners with well qualified coaches.”
Other martial arts here
“I especially like that they rotate days between Muay Thai and jiu jitsu so the kids get exposed to different elements of martial arts.”
What members say
“Coach Jon is amazing and shows much love for the sport of Muay Thai, and cares about his students progressing, but also learning to love this wild and violent dance.”
“But the welcoming environment at Lafayette Strong Fitness and Martial Arts he was able to grasp and loved it after the first day.”
“But the welcoming environment at Lafayette Strong Fitness and Martial Arts he was able to grasp and loved it after the first day.”
“Since joining I have been in 3 exhibition fights, all of which he trained me perfectly to develop my own style while staying true to the fundamentals of Muay Thai.”
“If you’re not into going fight and get beat up, the MT fitness classes with pads and combos will still give you a great sweat that’ll have you dying by the end.”
“I’ve been to a few gyms around Lafayette but it was hard finding a gym that was strictly Muay Thai with its traditional aspects in fighting, culture, and overall vibe.”
From the reviews
I've joined the gym for a couple of months now. When I first joined I was scared to take off my shirt and had a lot of gripes about how I look in general. It was hard for me to work on myself by myself since it usually ended with me giving up on myself.
Great martial arts gym! We’ve been coming here for about 4 months and we love it. The owner and coaches are all great and my young son has improved a lot in the past four months. I especially like that they rotate days between Muay Thai and jiu jitsu so the kids get exposed to different elements of martial arts.
I'm a college professor in my fifties and my daughter said she wanted to do muay Thai. My response? "What's a muay Thai?" I really didn't feel like arguing with a 12-year old girl, so I called the gym and spoke with Jon.
I have been at this gym a little over 6 months now, and the experience is second to none. I came in looking to get back in the college athletic shape and Coach Jon and Coach Chris are “those guys”.
New to muay thai? Start at Lafayette Strong Muay Thai and Mixed Martial Arts
Lafayette Strong Muay Thai and Mixed Martial Arts 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 Lafayette Strong Muay Thai and Mixed Martial Arts
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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