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Swenson Boxing
5 ★★★★★ 62 Google reviews · Muay thai gym in Venice, 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
- 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 swensonboxing.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone (224) 388-9779
Hours
| Monday | 6 AM–8 PM |
| Tuesday | 6 AM–8 PM |
| Wednesday | 6 AM–8 PM |
| Thursday | 6 AM–8 PM |
| Friday | 6 AM–8 PM |
| Saturday | 9 AM–2 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“There are very few trainers with his skill, eye, and ability to take someone from beginner to looking like a real pro, and he does it in a surprisingly short amount of time.”
“Whether you’re a beginner or have experience, it’s a welcoming environment where you can get a great workout, improve your boxing skills, and have fun doing it.”
“He is a fighter, mentor, leader, and one of the most genuine people you will ever meet.”
“If you are looking for an unbelievable workout while learning self defense please check him out you won’t be disappointed!”
Other martial arts here
“He is an outstanding boxing and kickboxing coach: knowledgeable, experienced, and completely authentic.”
“I was super nervous to check out the space because I’ve historically hated boxing classes, but the owner had stopped me while walking by and told me to try it out.”
What members say
“I'd struggled to find a boxing gym that offers personalized, expert coaching, a great workout, time outside, and good community.”
“There are very few trainers with his skill, eye, and ability to take someone from beginner to looking like a real pro, and he does it in a surprisingly short amount of time.”
“Whether you’re a beginner or have experience, it’s a welcoming environment where you can get a great workout, improve your boxing skills, and have fun doing it.”
“Aaron, the owner and head coach, is super attentive and I love the small group class with focus on technique and mitt work!”
“Whether you’re a beginner or have experience, it’s a welcoming environment where you can get a great workout, improve your boxing skills, and have fun doing it.”
“I had the opportunity to take an in-person class last year after working out alongside Aaron with FightCamp for several years.”
From the reviews
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Training at Swenson Boxing has been one of the best experiences of my boxing journey. I was first introduced to Aaron Swenson years ago as one of the founders of FightCamp. At the time, I weighed 263 pounds and was looking for a way to transform my health and fitness.
If you’re looking for a boxing/kickboxing trainer who is truly on another level, Aaron is it. There are very few trainers with his skill, eye, and ability to take someone from beginner to looking like a real pro, and he does it in a surprisingly short amount of time. What sets Aaron apart is his method.
First of all, Aaron is the nicest and most caring person. He is an outstanding boxing and kickboxing coach: knowledgeable, experienced, and completely authentic.
Great gym, great energy, and a great group of people. Aaron is excellent on the mitts and always brings a lot of knowledge and enthusiasm to every session. One of my favorite things about Swanson Boxing is that it’s outdoors. Training in the fresh air with the sun out beats being stuck inside a crowded gym.
New to muay thai? Start at Swenson Boxing
Swenson Boxing 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 Swenson Boxing
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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