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Ragnarok Athletics

5 ★★★★★ 18 Google reviews · Muay thai gym in Monterey, California

Free trial Kids & teens Private lessons 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
  • 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
  • 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 ragnarokathletics.com — book classes and see the live schedule
  • Phone +1 831-275-4767

Hours

Monday 9:30–11 am, 3:30–8:30 pm
Tuesday 9:30–10:30 am, 3:30–8 pm
Wednesday 9:30–11 am, 4–8 pm
Thursday 9:30–10:30 am, 3:30–8:30 pm
Friday 9:30–11 am, 3:30–8 pm
Saturday 9 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 Ragnarok Athletics, confirmed in members' own reviews and the gym's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

👤 Private Lessons 2 mentions

“I train with Joe in both his personal training and striking programs.”

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🔥 Muay Thai Fitness 3 mentions

“Whether you just want to get in shape, or learn to be a competitive fighter, just come train.”

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🏆 Fight Team 3 mentions

“He is still a student of the game and goes out his way to train and learn from some of the best fighters/coaches in the game.”

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🛡️ Self-Defense 2 mentions

“Great gym, Joe is fantastic to work with and makes you feel heard in your goals with regards to BJJ, Muy Thai, self defense and even overall fitness.”

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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 Ragnarok Athletics — mined from their reviews and the gym's own info.

🦵 Kickboxing 2 mentions

“Was searching for a proper martial arts gym that had muythai and kickboxing for months when I first moved to Monterey, settled at ragnarok after my first class.”

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🥋 Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ)

“Great gym, Joe is fantastic to work with and makes you feel heard in your goals with regards to BJJ, Muy Thai, self defense and even overall fitness.”

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🏟️ MMA 4 mentions

“I recently joined the morning MMA class and it's been a great experience.”

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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 18 Google reviews — in their own words.

🌱 welcoming to beginners 9 mentions

“His teaching style is so easy to understand and he’s so welcoming with having questions being asked (most schools just show the technique and don’t allow time for questions.”

🤝 no-ego, friendly gym 7 mentions

“His teaching style is so easy to understand and he’s so welcoming with having questions being asked (most schools just show the technique and don’t allow time for questions.”

🔥 killer workout & conditioning 3 mentions

“I’ve been training with Joe in the bag class and it is one of the best workouts ever.”

🥊 legit sparring & fight team 7 mentions

“He is still a student of the game and goes out his way to train and learn from some of the best fighters/coaches in the game.”

🧠 builds confidence & discipline 2 mentions

From the reviews

Came in for the MMA class, very knowledgeable and also a good teacher. I've tried a-lot of training in Monterey County & I'd recommend this one above all.

★★★★★ — Chuck, Aug 2023

I train with Joe in both his personal training and striking programs. Joe has created a welcoming environment for both programs and always ensures that his clients feel comfortable. In his personal training program, he will listen to the goals you have and creates a program to help you reach those goals.

★★★★★ — Lizbeth, Feb 2024

High level coaching for martial arts is at your finger tips! I’ve been with Coach Joe officially training for about two years, and it’s been the best experience I’ve ever had.

★★★★★ — Rodrigo, Feb 2024

Shout out joe for being a great person and coach. He is always holding me accountable and making sure I’m doing the right things in and out the gym. With so much knowledge and experience in martial arts one thing joe never does is stop learning .

★★★★★ — Luis, Aug 2023

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Your first muay thai class at Ragnarok Athletics

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 Ragnarok Athletics

2260 N Fremont St Ste 2, Monterey, CA93940

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