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Panthera Fighting Arts

5 ★★★★★ 5 Google reviews · Muay thai gym in Simi Valley, California

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Hours

Monday 6–8 pm
Tuesday 6–8 pm
Wednesday Closed
Thursday 6–7 pm
Friday Closed
Saturday 10 am–12 pm
Sunday Closed

Hours shift for holidays, seminars, and open-gym times — worth a quick check before a special trip.

The classes they run

Muay thai classes on the schedule at Panthera Fighting Arts, confirmed in members' own reviews and the gym's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

🛡️ Self-Defense

“Why drag yourself to a boring gym when you can train in real-world self-defense, build confidence, and get 10x the workout—while actually having fun and making friends?”

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Other martial arts here

Muay thai gyms are usually multi-discipline. Here's what else members mention training under the same roof at Panthera Fighting Arts — mined from their reviews and the gym's own info.

Disciplines are mined from reviews and the gym's own info — they show what members have trained, not a formal class guarantee. If you specifically want BJJ, boxing, or MMA alongside muay thai, confirm the current schedule with the gym.

What members say

The things reviewers bring up again and again across 5 Google reviews — in their own words.

🤝 no-ego, friendly gym 4 mentions

“If you want to train hard with other good people who train hard, then you should try this school out.”

🥊 legit sparring & fight team 2 mentions
🧠 builds confidence & discipline 2 mentions

“Why drag yourself to a boring gym when you can train in real-world self-defense, build confidence, and get 10x the workout—while actually having fun and making friends?”

From the reviews

More Than Just a Workout—A Second Family I’ve been training at Panthera Fighting Arts since the COVID pandemic—over three years now—and I can confidently say it has been life-changing. From the very first class, I was welcomed into a community that is supportive, skilled, and truly inspiring.

★★★★★ — Brooke, Mar 2025

This is the best Martial Arts Studio Ive ever had the incredible luck to be apart of. Ive never had a more passionate , skilled and knowledgeable Teacher. The class is also made up of some outstanding souls. Everyone who comes in becomes a fast friend. there's so much to learn from each other and from Sifu Dave.

★★★★★ — Adam, Apr 2017

Been training with Sifu Dave for 3 years & enjoy every moment. My 2 boys train, one in the kids program and the other recently started the adult class.

★★★★★ — Ian, Aug 2017

I started at Panthera about 2 years ago, and I have enjoyed every moment. It's a small school that doesn't use any gimmicks to draw you in, just pure martial arts. If you want to train hard with other good people who train hard, then you should try this school out.

★★★★★ — Mike, Apr 2017

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Your first muay thai class at Panthera Fighting 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.

Muay thai is a contact sport. Ease in, listen to your coaches, and if you have any injuries or health concerns, mention them before class and check with a doctor if you're unsure.

Where to find Panthera Fighting Arts

1403 Kuehner Dr, Simi Valley, CA93063

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