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MACA Martial Arts
5 ★★★★★ 144 Google reviews · Muay thai gym in Austin, Texas
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 — built around discipline, focus, and confidence
- Sparring & clinch sparring and clinch sessions for members ready for controlled contact — always optional and coach-supervised
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule macamartialarts.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone +1 512-888-8182
Hours
| Monday | 4:30–8 pm |
| Tuesday | 12–1 pm, 4:30–8 pm |
| Wednesday | 4:30–8 pm |
| Thursday | 12–1 pm, 4:30–8 pm |
| Friday | 4:30–8 pm |
| Saturday | 10 am–12 pm |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“There are mostly beginners right now as the gym is still fairly new, but I have no doubt MACA will grow and become a corner stone of Austin’s martial art community.”
“My daughter started taking her little boy to train under Coach Manny and Coach Caoilainn a couple of months back and he absolutely loves it.”
“As parents, we appreciate that the training goes beyond just self-defense.”
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“Coach Manny and coach Caoilainn truly care about your jiu jitsu journey and their attention to detail and infectious positivity will be a driving force in that journey.”
What members say
“Coach Manny and Coach Caolainn are extremely kind and patient with the students while also providing good structure and amazing coaching.”
“Professor Manny and Coach Caoilainn are incredibly dedicated and passionate about what they do, bringing an unbeatable mix of high-quality training and a welcoming environment.”
“Professor Manny and Coach Caoilainn are incredibly dedicated and passionate about what they do, bringing an unbeatable mix of high-quality training and a welcoming environment.”
“Coach Manny and coach Caoilainn truly care about your jiu jitsu journey and their attention to detail and infectious positivity will be a driving force in that journey.”
“Coach Manny and Coach Caoilainn are fantastic they’re not only skilled and professional, but also incredibly encouraging and great with kids.”
“They place a strong emphasis on values like self-discipline, confidence, and respect, which has made a noticeable difference in my daughter both on and off the mat.”
From the reviews
MĀCA has a vibe like no other school. I have been here for a couple of months now and at Maca you are not just a student, you are part of a community. Coach Manny and coach Caoilainn truly care about your jiu jitsu journey and their attention to detail and infectious positivity will be a driving force in that journey.
When I came here, I was really impressed and I highly recommend this place. My children really love the coaches! They are super professional and very dedicated! *Los mejores *🙏🙏
Wow, so impressed. My daughter started taking her little boy to train under Coach Manny and Coach Caoilainn a couple of months back and he absolutely loves it. This past weekend he wanted to watch some of his teammates and coaches in actual competition and I was able to take him. It was awesome.
We are so grateful for coach Manny and coach Caoilain . Thank you for taking the time and effort with my grandson. I have seen a difference in his confidence. He is much more focused. Jiu Jitsu has become a part of his everyday life. He loves class and looks forward to attending. Thank you
New to muay thai? Start at MACA Martial Arts
MACA Martial Arts 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 MACA 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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