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Phoenix Sports Empire
5 ★★★★★ 52 Google reviews · Muay thai gym in Naperville, Illinois
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
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule phoenixsportsempire.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone (331) 481-6441
Hours
| Monday | 4:30–7:30 PM |
| Tuesday | 6–8 PM |
| Wednesday | 4:30–7:30 PM |
| Thursday | 6–8 PM |
| Friday | 4:30–7:30 PM |
| Saturday | 12:30–2:30 PM |
| Sunday | 11 AM–2 PM |
The classes they run
“My daughter loves training here and it has legitimately built her confidence.”
“I've been working with Coach Brooks James for weeks now in private lessons.”
“Learned self-defense techniques at a special workshop led by Coach Ramy and another business in Chicago.”
Other martial arts here
“If you want to learn or improve your jiu jitsu, kickboxing, boxing, MMA, or wrestling You’re not gonna find a better gym than PSE”
“If you want to learn or improve your jiu jitsu, kickboxing, boxing, MMA, or wrestling You’re not gonna find a better gym than PSE”
“If you want to learn or improve your jiu jitsu, kickboxing, boxing, MMA, or wrestling You’re not gonna find a better gym than PSE”
“If you want to learn or improve your jiu jitsu, kickboxing, boxing, MMA, or wrestling You’re not gonna find a better gym than PSE”
“If you want to learn or improve your jiu jitsu, kickboxing, boxing, MMA, or wrestling You’re not gonna find a better gym than PSE”
What members say
“I can’t say enough about the coach, Brooks. Brooks is super knowledgeable and makes the program fun.”
“PSE is the perfect place for people who want to get real training without having to worry about being in an unwelcoming or judgmental environment.”
“PSE is the perfect place for people who want to get real training without having to worry about being in an unwelcoming or judgmental environment.”
“Learned self-defense techniques at a special workshop led by Coach Ramy and another business in Chicago.”
“My daughter loves training here and it has legitimately built her confidence.”
“I've taken four Boxing 101 classes here and it's been worth every cent.”
From the reviews
Can’t say enough good things about this gym. Been training here consistently for almost 2 years and have gotten more out of it than could have imagined. PSE has the best gym culture and it all starts with the leadership Coach Ramy has implemented.
PSE is the perfect place for people who want to get real training without having to worry about being in an unwelcoming or judgmental environment. Coach Ramy and the rest of the talented coaches there truly care about the people they work with! It’s a welcoming and safe environment for all people no matter who you are.
I've been working with Coach Brooks James for weeks now in private lessons. I've gone from no previous boxing experience to being able to show up with confidence. My skills are improving weekly, and Coach Brooks does an incredible job!
The youth boxing program at PSE is fantastic. One apprehension I had before beginning the program is that it would be too competitive or high-pressure. No such worries here. Coach Brooks is unfailingly positive and supportive while still doing an excellent job teaching and motivating the students.
New to muay thai? Start at Phoenix Sports Empire
Phoenix Sports Empire 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 Phoenix Sports Empire
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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