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Rise Combat Sports
4.6 ★★★★★ 43 Google reviews · Muay thai gym in San Francisco, California
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
- Sparring & clinch sparring and clinch sessions for members ready for controlled contact — always optional and coach-supervised
- Fight team a competition team for members who want to test themselves as amateur fighters
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule risecombatsf.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone (415) 218-7786
Hours
| Monday | 7 AM–1 PM, 3:30–9 PM |
| Tuesday | 12–1 PM, 3:30–9 PM |
| Wednesday | 7 AM–1 PM, 3:30–9 PM |
| Thursday | 12–1 PM, 3:30–9 PM |
| Friday | 7 AM–1 PM, 3:30–9 PM |
| Saturday | 9 AM–2:30 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“I love this gym, but don't come to it unmotivated because you got to have the will to endure the hard cardio and if you're a beginner - the learning curve.”
“Whether you’re a complete novice looking to try out martial arts or an experienced fighter, Rise is the place to be.”
“They offer beginner-focused classes where fundamental techniques are emphasized, as well as a competition focused class on Wednesdays.”
Other martial arts here
“Did the trial boxing class ($15 w free wraps).”
“I had the privilege of training at this BJJ gym for 5 months before I relocated, and I can't say enough positive things about my experience.”
What members say
“It's a fantastic place to train and grow in your BJJ journey, with excellent instruction, diverse class offerings, and a commitment to cleanliness and convenience.”
“I love this gym, but don't come to it unmotivated because you got to have the will to endure the hard cardio and if you're a beginner - the learning curve.”
“Best gym hands down I've ever been to, and this coming from a personal trainer, all the equipment and a ring with expert instruction, in a friendly environment.”
“They offer beginner-focused classes where fundamental techniques are emphasized, as well as a competition focused class on Wednesdays.”
“I love this gym, but don't come to it unmotivated because you got to have the will to endure the hard cardio and if you're a beginner - the learning curve.”
“Best gym hands down I've ever been to, and this coming from a personal trainer, all the equipment and a ring with expert instruction, in a friendly environment.”
From the reviews
I love this gym, but don't come to it unmotivated because you got to have the will to endure the hard cardio and if you're a beginner - the learning curve. But if you can stick with it you are in the best hands, all of the trainers here are excellent, they have the time and energy to make you your best and I deeply…
I had the privilege of training at this BJJ gym for 5 months before I relocated, and I can't say enough positive things about my experience. Marcos Yunes, an instructor with a solid background from Ralph Gracie, leads the classes.
Best gym hands down I've ever been to, and this coming from a personal trainer, all the equipment and a ring with expert instruction, in a friendly environment.
Did the trial boxing class ($15 w free wraps). Instructor was awesome/crazy in a good way. Worth trying. Good mix of form + conditioning.
New to muay thai? Start at Rise Combat Sports
Rise Combat Sports 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 Rise Combat Sports
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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