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Project Achilles - Mixed Martial Arts - BJJ - Muay Thai - Self Defense - Concealed Carry Licence - Kid BJJ - Kid Muay Thaï
4.9 ★★★★★ 64 Google reviews · Muay thai gym in Chicago, Illinois
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
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule projectachilles.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone +1 312-989-4023
Hours
| Monday | 6 am–8 pm |
| Tuesday | 6 am–8 pm |
| Wednesday | 6 am–8 pm |
| Thursday | 6 am–8 pm |
| Friday | 6 am–8 pm |
| Saturday | 6 am–8 pm |
| Sunday | 9–11:30 am |
The classes they run
“My daughter is spending some time in Muay Thai and they have been incredibly nice with her.”
“As a woman, I really appreciate how supportive and respectful the environment is.”
“The boxing and Muay Thai classes are such a great workout and the coaches are super supportive.”
“Great fight gym for beginners, intermediate, and elite fighters!”
“I'd highly recommend you trying a class if you've been interested in martial arts, self defense or just looking for a new sport to explore!”
“Great fight gym for beginners, intermediate, and elite fighters!”
Other martial arts here
“Commander Armand and Coach Adrien are two of the best coaches regarding MMA, Muay Thai, Boxing, Wrestling, Jiu Jitsu, etc…Amazing gym, amazing people, amazing community”
“Commander Armand and Coach Adrien are two of the best coaches regarding MMA, Muay Thai, Boxing, Wrestling, Jiu Jitsu, etc…Amazing gym, amazing people, amazing community”
“Commander Armand and Coach Adrien are two of the best coaches regarding MMA, Muay Thai, Boxing, Wrestling, Jiu Jitsu, etc…Amazing gym, amazing people, amazing community”
“Commander Armand and Coach Adrien are two of the best coaches regarding MMA, Muay Thai, Boxing, Wrestling, Jiu Jitsu, etc…Amazing gym, amazing people, amazing community”
What members say
“Commander Armand and Coach Adrien are two of the best coaches regarding MMA, Muay Thai, Boxing, Wrestling, Jiu Jitsu, etc…Amazing gym, amazing people, amazing community”
“From the moment you walk in, the atmosphere is welcoming, professional, and highly motivating.”
“Overall, it was a really positive experience and I’d highly recommend Project Achilles to anyone looking for quality training and a supportive learning environment.”
“I wholeheartedly recommend Project Achilles to anyone looking to embark on a transformative fitness journey with an exceptional coach at the helm.”
“The boxing and Muay Thai classes are such a great workout and the coaches are super supportive.”
“Whether you’re here for fitness, competition, confidence, or self-defense, this is the place.”
From the reviews
Project Achilles is hands down one of the best martial arts gyms in Chicago. From the moment you walk in, the atmosphere is welcoming, professional, and highly motivating. The instructors are extremely knowledgeable and take the time to work with every student, no matter your experience level.
Awesome crew. Armand kicked my butt at boxing, Adrien kicked my butt at Muai Thai. But I guess that's what you get when you discover the right people to teach you martial arts with a real approach towards daily lives situations. Would recommend for fun and technical approach. ps: be careful of Oleyssa, strong punch.
I recently had the pleasure of participating in the life-changing fitness program, Project Achilles, under the guidance of an exceptional coach. This program has truly been a game-changer for me, and I am excited to share my experience.
Project Achilles is hands down one of the best boxing/MMA gyms in Chicago. From the moment you walk in, you feel the energy and dedication of the coaches and the community. The trainers are highly skilled, passionate, and genuinely invested in helping you improve. The weapons training class is also phenomenal!
New to muay thai? Start at Project Achilles - Mixed Martial Arts - BJJ - Muay Thai - Self Defense - Concealed Carry Licence - Kid BJJ - Kid Muay Thaï
Project Achilles - Mixed Martial Arts - BJJ - Muay Thai - Self Defense - Concealed Carry Licence - Kid BJJ - Kid Muay Thaï 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 Project Achilles - Mixed Martial Arts - BJJ - Muay Thai - Self Defense - Concealed Carry Licence - Kid BJJ - Kid Muay Thaï
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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