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Marshall Arts MMA Academy
4.9 ★★★★★ 440 Google reviews · Muay thai gym in Ridgeland, Mississippi
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
- 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
- Fitness & conditioning muay thai fitness and cardio classes — a serious workout you can do without ever having to spar
- Fight team a competition team for members who want to test themselves as amateur fighters
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule marshallartsmma.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone (601) 316-5697
Hours
| Monday | 8–11:30 AM, 6–10 PM |
| Tuesday | 9:15–11:30 AM, 6–10 PM |
| Wednesday | 8–11:30 AM, 6–10 PM |
| Thursday | 9:15–11:30 AM, 6–10 PM |
| Friday | 10:30–11:30 AM, 6–8:15 PM |
| Saturday | 8 AM–12 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“Everyone in the class was also very welcoming and respectful, which made the environment feel comfortable for a beginner.”
“Jiu jitsu and striking focused with a kid friendly environment, a good gym for newcomers and those returning to the sport.”
“Classes or 1 on 1 would be able to accommodate anyone.”
“I would 100% recommend Marshall Arts MMA Academy to anyone looking to improve their skills, get in shape, or simply try something new.”
“He was very intentional about teaching proper form, discipline, and follow-through, ensuring that each movement was performed correctly and safely.”
“You come in with respect, then you leave prepared with fitness and self defense💪🏽”
Other martial arts here
“As soon as I walked in my 1st words were “wow, it’s really nice in here” So happy I came and I can’t believe I did kick boxing today!”
“As soon as I walked in my 1st words were “wow, it’s really nice in here” So happy I came and I can’t believe I did kick boxing today!”
“Excellent grappling with intelligent and knowledgeable coach.”
“1st time visiting Marshall Arts MMA Academy today and I can’t believe how much I was able to learn in 1 day!”
“Today was my first day (I did karate 30 years ago), but I loved that class.”
What members say
“Marshall is an amazing instructor, the vibe and atmosphere was AMAZING.”
“Everyone in the class was also very welcoming and respectful, which made the environment feel comfortable for a beginner.”
“Jiu jitsu and striking focused with a kid friendly environment, a good gym for newcomers and those returning to the sport.”
“The sessions were a perfect mix of technique, combos, and kicks, and I loved how everything was broken down in a way that was easy to understand yet still challenging.”
“Great leadership and welcoming to all looking for an amazing workout applicable to real life scenarios!”
“He was very intentional about teaching proper form, discipline, and follow-through, ensuring that each movement was performed correctly and safely.”
From the reviews
What started as me simply trying something new by signing up for Dr. Thompson’s kickboxing class in 2021 turned into the beginning of a life-changing weight loss journey. I’ve lost almost 30 pounds to this day. Over the years, I’ve worked with several different trainers, but Dr. Thompson truly stands out.
I truly enjoyed my first night at the Mixed Martial Arts Fitness Boot Camp. The instructor did an exceptional job creating a structured, engaging, and motivating environment.
Today was my first day (I did karate 30 years ago), but I loved that class. The classes get my body moving and also give me incredible body awareness. It wasn't an easy class, it was a challenging one, the kind I want to repeat. My body still doesn't keep up with my mind, but I'm in this to learn and evolve.
Training at Marshall Arts MMA Academy was an incredible experience! From the moment I stepped in, I felt welcomed and motivated to learn. The sessions were a perfect mix of technique, combos, and kicks, and I loved how everything was broken down in a way that was easy to understand yet still challenging.
New to muay thai? Start at Marshall Arts MMA Academy
Marshall Arts MMA Academy 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 Marshall Arts MMA Academy
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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