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Left Hand Muay Thai
5 ★★★★★ 31 Google reviews · Muay thai gym in Valley Village, California
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
- Beginner-friendly all levels welcome, including total beginners — you don't need to be fit or have any experience to start
- Fitness & conditioning muay thai fitness and cardio classes — a serious workout you can do without ever having to spar
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule lefthandmuaythai.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone (818) 356-1130
Hours
| Monday | 6 AM–8 PM |
| Tuesday | 6 AM–8:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 6 AM–8 PM |
| Thursday | 6 AM–8:30 PM |
| Friday | 7 AM–7 PM |
| Saturday | 8 AM–12 PM |
| Sunday | 8 AM–12 PM |
The classes they run
“It was my first time trying Muay Thai, and the coaches were incredibly attentive, while the athletes were very welcoming and helpful.”
“I would highly recommend this place to anyone wanting to get fit, learn a skill, those wanting to train for their first fight or their 10th one.”
What members say
“With Nathan Foster, Greg Wootton, and Cookie Lokwichit (among others), this gym has a totally stacked coach card. Great atmosphere and facilities.”
“It was my first time trying Muay Thai, and the coaches were incredibly attentive, while the athletes were very welcoming and helpful.”
“It was my first time trying Muay Thai, and the coaches were incredibly attentive, while the athletes were very welcoming and helpful.”
“The coach really helps to fix your form and answer any questions you have.”
“I've known Nate for a little while and I can say you won't find a better, more authentic Muay Thai Gym in America.”
From the reviews
I had an awesome time at Left-hand Muay Thai. Coach Parrish is very experienced and provided quality instructions. I've been training Muay Thai all across the country for almost 5 years. The atmosphere here was very welcoming, the gym was clean.
With Nathan Foster, Greg Wootton, and Cookie Lokwichit (among others), this gym has a totally stacked coach card. Great atmosphere and facilities. I would highly recommend this place to anyone wanting to get fit, learn a skill, those wanting to train for their first fight or their 10th one.
Left Hand is truly a special place to train at. Coming in, you know there are top notch coaches across the board to train under, and you know you are training amongst the best of the best.
Fantastic place. It was my first time trying Muay Thai, and the coaches were incredibly attentive, while the athletes were very welcoming and helpful. The facility is state of the art, and is also set up for regular strength training. Recommend to anyone wanting to change up their workout routine!
New to muay thai? Start at Left Hand Muay Thai
Left Hand Muay Thai 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 Left Hand 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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