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Southside Combat Academy
5 ★★★★★ 65 Google reviews · Muay thai gym in Flagstaff, Arizona
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
- Fight team a competition team for members who want to test themselves as amateur fighters
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule southsidecombatacademy.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone (928) 607-1088
Hours
| Monday | 6:30–7:30 AM, 12–1 PM, 4:30–8:30 PM |
| Tuesday | 12–1 PM, 4–8:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 6:30–7:30 AM, 12–1 PM, 4:30–8:30 PM |
| Thursday | 12–1 PM, 4:30–8:30 PM |
| Friday | 6:30–7:30 AM, 12–1 PM, 5:30–8:30 PM |
| Saturday | 9 AM–12:30 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“All skill levels are welcome (from novice to professional) and people are met where they are at and coached with patience and kindness.”
“The coaches are fantastic with kids, and it’s great to see how much fun he’s having while learning discipline and new skills.”
“I do personal training with Charlotte and I would highly recommend Southside to anyone looking to be pushed physically and mentally.”
“All of the coaches (for martial arts programs as well as the strength and conditioning classes) are top notch, excellent at their craft and wonderful teachers.”
“I'm grateful for the self defense knowledge they have gained from the awesome coaches and I'm looking forward to see them accomplish more goals with their help.”
Other martial arts here
“Whether you’re training Muay Thai, Boxing, Jiu-Jitsu or all of the above the coaches are knowledgeable, approachable, and will take the time to work with you individually.”
“Whether you’re training Muay Thai, Boxing, Jiu-Jitsu or all of the above the coaches are knowledgeable, approachable, and will take the time to work with you individually.”
“Our children have grown in confidence, discipline, and respect while learning real MMA skills in a fun, encouraging environment.”
What members say
“Whether you’re training Muay Thai, Boxing, Jiu-Jitsu or all of the above the coaches are knowledgeable, approachable, and will take the time to work with you individually.”
“Ben and Charlotte work hard at building a welcoming and nurturing community and it has been amazing to watch my son grow up here.”
“The coaches are incredibly knowledgeable and supportive, and the class participants create a welcoming environment that makes every session enjoyable.”
“All of the coaches (for martial arts programs as well as the strength and conditioning classes) are top notch, excellent at their craft and wonderful teachers.”
“I have been doing Muay Thai and Brazilian Jiu Jitsu here since the start of 2023 and both instructors have helped me come a long way in my fight journey.”
“Southside Combat Academy provides a safe, clean, and exciting environment for athletes of all shapes and sizes and skill.”
From the reviews
Ben, Char & the whole crew at Southside are truly masters of their craft. They are incredibly passionate about what they do & their aura is absolutely infectious! Genuinely going above & beyond every day to make you feel comfortable while simultaneously pushing you past your limits with each & every workout.
Outstanding gym. You will work really hard, learn a ton, and walk out a different and better person than you walked in. Knowledgeable and humble instructors who are still learning and improving themselves.
Southside is an absolutely amazing gym. As a person who never really felt comfortable in a gym setting, I can say that the coaches make every single person that walks through the door feel welcome and like they belong.
I can’t recommend Southside Combat Academy enough! The training here is truly top-notch and caters to everyone, whether you’re a complete beginner or more experienced. You can move at your own pace, which is great for building confidence.
New to muay thai? Start at Southside Combat Academy
Southside Combat Academy 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 Southside Combat Academy
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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