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Rodness' Martial Arts Center
5 ★★★★★ 97 Google reviews · Muay thai gym in Davis, 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
- Kids & youth classes kids and youth muay thai classes — built around discipline, focus, and confidence
- 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 rodnessmartialarts.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone (530) 753-6825
Hours
| Monday | 3–9:30 PM |
| Tuesday | 3–9:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 3–9:30 PM |
| Thursday | 3–9:30 PM |
| Friday | 6:30–7:30 PM |
| Saturday | 12 AM–5 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“Rodness Martial Arts is hands down one of the best places to train, whether you're a beginner or an experienced martial artist.”
“I was looking for a martial arts location that would accept both my son and daughter so they could do it together and they have loved every minute of it.”
“He has a thoughtful and deliberate process for preparing students for sparring and competition.”
“He does a great job at teaching kids this young and really helps them with basics and fundamentals that will carry onto the next classes.”
Other martial arts here
“The kickboxing classes are great for beginners, and the MMA classes are also amazing.”
“Steve, the head instructor, is incredibly knowledgeable in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and has a unique way of breaking down techniques that make them easy to understand and apply.”
“The kickboxing classes are great for beginners, and the MMA classes are also amazing.”
“My kids truly look forward to karate every day and I don’t think that would be true if they didn’t like their teacher.”
What members say
“Rodness Martial Arts is hands down one of the best places to train, whether you're a beginner or an experienced martial artist.”
“Highly recommended for anyone looking for a positive, structured, and supportive environment for kids and adults.”
“Master Steve's knowledge is truly impressive, he breaks down even the most complex techniques into clear, understandable steps that make learning feel effortless and exciting.”
“Rodness for several years and our son loves to be in his class.”
“What sets this school apart is the emphasis on life skills alongside martial arts — discipline, respect, focus, and responsibility are reinforced every class.”
From the reviews
We've been with Mr. R going on 2 yrs. He's great with the kids, and my daughter enjoys his class. It's a great program. The class schedule is great for us after school, and he's been flexible with regards to belt testing.
My son has been taking taekwondo with Coach Rodness for three years and loves it. Coach Rodness gives a lot of attention to building flexibility, strength and technique, which forms a very important foundation for those who want to advance in belt level and compete at tournaments.
All three of the boys in my family (10 year old, 5 year old, and husband!) have been attending Rodness' Martial Arts for the past 3 years. After experiencing the Taekwondo and Ji Jitsu classes I can honestly say I have never seen an instructor so experienced, patient, and kind.
We’ve had such a wonderful experience at Rodness’ Martial Arts Center. Mr. Rodness is extremely patient and intentional with my 4-year-old, and it really shows in how much he has learned and retained in just a few weeks. He knows how to connect with kids while building confidence, discipline, and focus.
New to muay thai? Start at Rodness' Martial Arts Center
Rodness' Martial Arts Center 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 Rodness' Martial Arts Center
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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