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Saekson Muay Thai
5 ★★★★★ 8 Google reviews · Muay thai gym in Simi Valley, California
Authentic Thai — reviews and the gym's own info point to coaching rooted in Thailand's muay thai tradition. If lineage matters to you, ask where the coaches trained and about their kru.
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
- 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 saeksonmuaythai.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone +1 805-888-9808
Hours
| Monday | 9:30–11:30 am, 4:30–8:30 pm |
| Tuesday | 9:30–11:30 am, 4:30–8:30 pm |
| Wednesday | 9:30–11:30 am, 4:30–8:30 pm |
| Thursday | 9:30–11:30 am, 4:30–8:30 pm |
| Friday | 9:30–11:30 am, 4:30–8:30 pm |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“The coaches here are great at accommodating all skill levels, and they always find time to offer personalized guidance, even during group sessions.”
“I recommend to anybody wanting to try out a material arts they also have kids classes”
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What members say
“The coaches here are great at accommodating all skill levels, and they always find time to offer personalized guidance, even during group sessions.”
“They have amazing coaches with so much experience the first time I came to this gym, they treated me like family it’s a business owned gym.”
“They have amazing coaches with so much experience the first time I came to this gym, they treated me like family it’s a business owned gym.”
“Best traditional Muay Thai Academy you’ll find in the San Fernando Valley and Ventura County!”
“Plus, everything is well-maintained and clean, which definitely adds to the overall quality of the training experience.”
From the reviews
Starting at a new gym can be a bit daunting, but from day one, I felt incredibly welcomed. The coaches here are great at accommodating all skill levels, and they always find time to offer personalized guidance, even during group sessions.
This is by far the best Muay Thai Gym in Simi Valley. They have amazing coaches with so much experience the first time I came to this gym, they treated me like family it’s a business owned gym. I have learned so much in the first few weeks since it has opened up.
BEST GYM to learn AUTHENTIC MUAY THAI! You won’t only get in shape quickly but you’ll learn how to defend yourself. This gym is filled with positive people who will make you feel like family! If you’re reading this it’s a sign for you to join this Gym!
Phenomenal Coach who is very well instructed and is Family orientatead, Great for getting grounded with everyday life and I a great place to release Stress and other Emotional baggage! Kind- Friendly and Clean is All that this place has to offer 💯
New to muay thai? Start at Saekson Muay Thai
Saekson Muay Thai 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 Saekson Muay Thai
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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