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Rochester Top Team
4.9 ★★★★★ 22 Google reviews · Muay thai gym in Rochester, New York
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
- 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
- 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 rochestertopteam.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone +1 585-319-5007
Hours
| Monday | 6:15–7:30 am, 5–8 pm |
| Tuesday | 6:15–7:30 am, 5–8 pm |
| Wednesday | 6:15–7:30 am, 5–8 pm |
| Thursday | 6:15–7:30 am, 5–8 pm |
| Friday | Closed |
| Saturday | 10 am–12:30 pm |
| Sunday | 11 am–12:30 pm |
The classes they run
“He pushed and challenged us while also being extremely encouraging and patient—especially since we were beginners.”
“He’s also fantastic with kids — he knows how to make the classes fun, engaging, and age-appropriate while still teaching discipline and skill.”
“I even did a private training lesson to over various self-defense scenarios, since I'm not currently training for any fights.”
“This place is beyond excellent and I recommended not only to competitors, but even adults wanting to get in shape or learn fight skills.”
“I also attended a kickboxing class, which happened to be on sparring day!”
“Since I wanted to focus on grappling this trip, I decided to also do some Thai Clinch Training with Coach Danny.”
“Whether you’re looking to get fit, learn self-defense, train recreationally, or compete, there’s truly a place for everyone here.”
“The No-Gi classes with Coach Lucas were amazing and really built a foundational understanding for me.”
“Whether you’re looking to get fit, learn self-defense, train recreationally, or compete, there’s truly a place for everyone here.”
Other martial arts here
“Danny Waters is one of the best grapplers I've ever seen compete, and Steve is an outstanding kickboxing coach.”
“He’s a well-rounded practitioner and coach, and honestly, it’s impressive how humble he is given all of his professional accomplishments across Muay Thai and BJJ.”
“If you're in the Rochester area and you're serious about Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu or MMA, I highly recommend checking this gym out.”
What members say
“The No-Gi classes with Coach Lucas were amazing and really built a foundational understanding for me.”
“Even if your goal is just to get in shape, you'll find a welcoming atmosphere and excellent coaching.”
“I met really good people in there, and could count with them anytime, some of my peers offered us rides home and some others even bought us drinks for after training.”
“Coach Danny made it really fun and informative for both of my boys first time trying kickboxing.”
“Whether you’re looking to get fit, learn self-defense, train recreationally, or compete, there’s truly a place for everyone here.”
“These great experiences with the team led me to visit Rochester just to train with them, and the moment I walked in, I was shocked at how well equipped the facility was.”
From the reviews
I am a competitive martial artist and I’ve been training my whole life across different countries. I’ve encountered Rochester Top Team many times in tournaments, and even though I was not a member, they took to my corner and coached me through my matches when I didn’t have anyone with me.
The energy in the gym is always super positive — you can really feel it as soon as you walk in. The coach (Danny) sets the tone perfectly. He does an amazing job making everyone feel included, and he’s very approachable, personable, and transparent.
The trainers work incredibly hard to help you succeed—they’re dedicated, knowledgeable, and always focused on safety. The gym is clean, welcoming, and has a great atmosphere for learning and pushing yourself. Whether you’re a beginner or experienced, this place makes you feel like you belong.
While visiting family in Rochester, I wanted to do some training, so all my time wouldn't be spent eating and drinking. I didn't bring any gloves or shin guards (too bulky for the suitcase this trip). So, I used this trip as an opportunity to finally start doing some grappling (i.e., BJJ).
New to muay thai? Start at Rochester Top Team
Rochester Top Team 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 Rochester Top Team
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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