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Mantis Muay Thai
5 ★★★★★ 39 Google reviews · Muay thai gym in Herndon, Virginia
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 — built around discipline, focus, and confidence
- 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
- Fight team a competition team for members who want to test themselves as amateur fighters
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule mantismuaythai.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone (571) 599-0357
Hours
| Monday | 7–8 AM, 5–9 PM |
| Tuesday | 5–8 PM |
| Wednesday | 7–8 AM, 5–9 PM |
| Thursday | 5–9 PM |
| Friday | 7–8 AM, 5–7:30 PM |
| Saturday | 9–11 AM |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“Whether you are a beginner, a seasoned fighter or just looking for a program to improve your health, Mantis is where you need to be.”
“Coach Dave was an amazing 1 on 1 coach for my first time and I 100% look forward to continuing learning & growing.”
“Whether you’re looking to compete, get in overall better shape, or just want to have fun and meet new people, Mantis Muay Thai is where you should be.”
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What members say
“In addition to world class coaching and a great community of training partners, Mantis Muay Thai is extremely clean and well maintained!”
“Alexis and Coach Dave have built a community that’s welcoming, supportive, and genuinely invested in everyone who walks through the door.”
“The gym has a friendly, family-like atmosphere; meanwhile, the coach and students hold one another to a high standard and push each other to improve.”
“The knowledge, attention to detail, and energy that coach Dave brings is incredible.”
“Whether you’re looking to compete, get in overall better shape, or just want to have fun and meet new people, Mantis Muay Thai is where you should be.”
“In addition to world class coaching and a great community of training partners, Mantis Muay Thai is extremely clean and well maintained!”
From the reviews
I started training with Dave just over 3 years ago. I had no previous experience in any martial arts nor did I do any sports growing up. I remember when I was new and would see Dave's advanced students doing cool drills and I would think to myself "I wonder if I'll ever be able to do what these guys do?
I’m brand new to Muay Thai and martial arts, and I feel incredibly lucky this was the first gym I joined. Mantis Muay Thai is a family run gym, and it shows in everything they do. Dave is an exceptional coach, he knows his craft, pushes you hard, and genuinely cares about your growth.
Coming from a non-combat background, Muay Thai was something that intrigued me. Not only does it keep me in shape, but it also teaches me the life lessons I need to grow into a better person. And there is no better place to do it than at Mantis Muay Thai.
I’ve been training under Coach Dave for over 5 years now, and I couldn’t dare ask for a better coach. The man is very knowledgeable about everything striking related, he’s a wonderful family man, and extremely humble.
New to muay thai? Start at Mantis Muay Thai
Mantis 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 Mantis 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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