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Pit.Fit

4.8 ★★★★★ 28 Google reviews · Muay thai gym in San Luis Obispo, California

Muay Thai gym Free trial Beginners welcome Kids & teens Fitness classes Fight team

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
  • 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
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  • Website & schedule pit.fit — book classes and see the live schedule
  • Phone +1 805-242-2032

Hours

Monday 6–7 am, 10 am–12 pm, 3–7 pm
Tuesday 10–11 am, 3–8 pm
Wednesday 6–7 am, 10 am–12 pm, 3–8:30 pm
Thursday 10–11 am, 3–8 pm
Friday 6–7 am, 10 am–12 pm, 3–8 pm
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 Pit.Fit, confirmed in members' own reviews and the gym's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

🌱 Beginner Muay Thai 4 mentions

“The instructors are extremely knowledgeable and are able to work with anyone of all levels.”

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🧒 Kids Muay Thai 5 mentions

“I recommend adults and children of all fitness levels and walks of life to come in and try a class, you wont be disappointed.”

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🔥 Muay Thai Fitness 6 mentions

“Fit and highly recommend it to anyone who wants to get in shape and/or learn about combat sports.”

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🏆 Fight Team 3 mentions

“After 3 months I started training in the Hawaiian Kempo belt program and have trained with the fight team off and on.”

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🛡️ Self-Defense 2 mentions

“All instructors are very knowledgeable in fitness and self defense and the grappling program, coached by Justin Fraiser, is world class.”

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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 Pit.Fit — mined from their reviews and the gym's own info.

🦵 Kickboxing 6 mentions

“My husband and I went there while in college, I was able to do cardio group kickboxing classes with my friends while he was able to grapple, all under the same roof.”

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🥊 Boxing

“I've trained at world class jiu jitsu and boxing gyms all over the map, and this grappling program is seriously LEGIT.”

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🥋 Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ) 5 mentions

“All instructors are very knowledgeable in fitness and self defense and the grappling program, coached by Justin Fraiser, is world class.”

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🤸 Wrestling

“Justin Frazer - Grappling expert DRAGON LEVEL, Antonio Banuelos - UFC veteran, Brandon Drucker - Super technical wrestling coach.”

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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 28 Google reviews — in their own words.

🧑‍🏫 expert, authentic coaching 3 mentions

“Fun and friendly environment with great instructors.”

🌱 welcoming to beginners 7 mentions

“The gym is actually quite different from many "fighter dens" in the sense that everyone is welcoming and down to earth.”

🤝 no-ego, friendly gym 16 mentions

“Best workout/training I have ever experienced, the instructors are knowledgeable, friendly, and willing to help you become your best self.”

📘 real technique & fundamentals 2 mentions

“fit are really knowledgeable about real world self defense and sport fighting techniques.”

🔥 killer workout & conditioning 10 mentions

“My husband and I went there while in college, I was able to do cardio group kickboxing classes with my friends while he was able to grapple, all under the same roof.”

🥊 legit sparring & fight team 4 mentions

“After 3 months I started training in the Hawaiian Kempo belt program and have trained with the fight team off and on.”

From the reviews

I started coming to SLO Kickboxing about 15 years ago when it was owned by UFC Champion Chuck Liddell. Since that time, the gym has evolved into a great place for people of all fitness backgrounds to break a great sweat and HAVE FUN! The staff at pit.

★★★★★ — Justin, Mar 2016

Pit.Fit is a great place for all levels of fitness and all types of martial arts. My husband and I went there while in college, I was able to do cardio group kickboxing classes with my friends while he was able to grapple, all under the same roof. We both visit anytime we are in town. We love Pit.

★★★★★ — Kelsey, Apr 2016

The facilities are clean and well maintained and the environment is friendly and welcoming. The instructors are excellent, approachable, and very experienced. The schedule offers different classes for all skill levels.

★★★★★ — Christopher, Mar 2016

The Pit not only provide me with great training, it was my home away from home. I learned so much, got in great shape, and made some great friends. It really is a welcoming place for all levels, ages, and fitness goals. If you are looking for a great workout with great people, this is it.

★★★★★ — Nicole, Mar 2016

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New to muay thai? Start at Pit.Fit

Pit.Fit 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.

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Your first muay thai class at Pit.Fit

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 Pit.Fit

3536 S Higuera St Ste 250, San Luis Obispo, CA93401

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