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School of Combative Arts
5 ★★★★★ 11 Google reviews · Muay thai gym in Cambridge, Ohio
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
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule schoolcombativearts.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone +1 740-229-9972
Hours
| Monday | 5–8 pm |
| Tuesday | Closed |
| Wednesday | 5–8 pm |
| Thursday | Closed |
| Friday | Closed |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“I am a total beginner in martial arts, and was looking to find a nonjudgmental gym to begin in that would also teach me legitimate self defense and fighting skills.”
“I am a total beginner in martial arts, and was looking to find a nonjudgmental gym to begin in that would also teach me legitimate self defense and fighting skills.”
Other martial arts here
“This isn't like a 9Round or kickboxing class you take at the Y, you're learning proper technique by getting 1:1 time with the instructors and other students.”
What members say
“I am a total beginner in martial arts, and was looking to find a nonjudgmental gym to begin in that would also teach me legitimate self defense and fighting skills.”
“I was a little nervous to go at first, but that soon went away as I saw how friendly, knowledgeable, and fun the instructors were.”
“I highly recommend this school for the variety and diversity among the classes, the great attitude and sense of humor from the instructors, and the great workout!”
“This School is a wonderful place to learn three disciplines in martial arts.”
From the reviews
I am a total beginner in martial arts, and was looking to find a nonjudgmental gym to begin in that would also teach me legitimate self defense and fighting skills. I was a little nervous to go at first, but that soon went away as I saw how friendly, knowledgeable, and fun the instructors were.
Mr. Neff and his fellow instructors have created a truly wonderful place to learn and train. You will be hard pressed to find a better community of people who will instruct, train and fine tune your marital art skills than School of Combative Arts. The center is clean, organized and well-operated.
School of Combative Arts is freaking awesome. Jason, Alejandro, and Madeline do an excellent job of teaching and training their students (of all levels) while also preserving the art of their craft.
I've genuinely really loved the classes at the School of Combative Arts. The instructors make the classes extremely enjoyable and they are incredibly intelligent and skilled, all while remaining respectful and down-to-earth.
New to muay thai? Start at School of Combative Arts
School of Combative Arts 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 School of Combative Arts
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.