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ONE Academy Athens
5 ★★★★★ 41 Google reviews · Muay thai gym in Athens, Ohio
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
- Women's classes dedicated women's muay thai classes — a welcoming space to train and start out in
- 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 oneacademyathens.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone (614) 975-9867
Hours
| Monday | 6–7:30 AM, 11 AM–12 PM, 4:30–8:30 PM |
| Tuesday | 6–7:30 AM, 11 AM–12 PM, 4:30–8:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 6–7:30 AM, 11 AM–12 PM, 4:30–8:30 PM |
| Thursday | 6–7:30 AM, 11 AM–12 PM, 4:30–8:30 PM |
| Friday | 6–7:30 AM, 11 AM–12 PM, 4:30–8:30 PM |
| Saturday | 10:30 AM–2 PM |
| Sunday | 11 AM–12 PM |
The classes they run
“I started as a complete beginner with no prior experience and the atmosphere is very welcoming and open to newcomers.”
“Carlos and Becca are extraordinary instructors and incredible with the kids .”
“He was as focused with me Day 1 as he was with his amateur fighters that night!”
“Their women’s empowerment curriculum was especially great – the class focuses on fitness and practical, useful self-defense.”
Other martial arts here
“Before coming to One Academy I had never done Jiu Jitsu or Muay Thai, and to say I was a bit apprehensive is an under statement.”
What members say
“The community here is welcoming and accepting of everyone regardless of their background; the group of women who train here are especially awesome!”
“The community here is welcoming and accepting of everyone regardless of their background; the group of women who train here are especially awesome!”
“We have two of our kids (ages 4 & 6) in the One Academy kid's program. They absolutely love it!”
“He was as focused with me Day 1 as he was with his amateur fighters that night!”
“It's not only a safe and clean environment in which to train, but they genuinely care about helping their students build their skills and get better.”
“The community here is welcoming and accepting of everyone regardless of their background; the group of women who train here are especially awesome!”
From the reviews
Top notch place to train jiu jitsu, muay thai, and yoga. Excellent with kids through adults. The owners are great people and truly care about their entire academy family!
ONE academy is my second home in Athens and I couldn't be more grateful for the instructors and environment that is created. The instructors and thoughtful, polite, and give every student personalized attention whether that student is a regular participant in high intensity competitions or whether that student is an…
Training at this academy is a fantastic experience. I gained so much confidence, strength, and knowledge from them. I started as a complete beginner with no prior experience and the atmosphere is very welcoming and open to newcomers.
Awesome spot. Very detailed and useful technique taught. Clean and welcoming. Thanks guys!
New to muay thai? Start at ONE Academy Athens
ONE Academy Athens 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 ONE Academy Athens
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.