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Taejo Kickboxing - Koreatown
5 ★★★★★ 19 Google reviews · Muay thai gym in Los Angeles, 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
- 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
- Sparring & clinch sparring and clinch sessions for members ready for controlled contact — always optional and coach-supervised
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule taejokickboxing.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone (213) 823-4009
Hours
| Monday | 7 AM–12 PM, 2–8 PM |
| Tuesday | 7 AM–12 PM, 2–8 PM |
| Wednesday | 7 AM–12 PM, 2–8 PM |
| Thursday | 7 AM–12 PM, 2–8 PM |
| Friday | 7 AM–12 PM, 2–8 PM |
| Saturday | 10 AM–12 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“Taejo offers classes for all levels and the trainers take the time and effort to break down techniques for those that are truly interested in learning kickboxing.”
“In addition to great workouts, they will teach you proper fighting techniques.”
“The best and the only GYM that you can practice sparring with good people in Ktown.”
Other martial arts here
“Taejo offers classes for all levels and the trainers take the time and effort to break down techniques for those that are truly interested in learning kickboxing.”
“With a strong background in Muay Thai, boxing and strength and conditioning these coaches will elevate your spirits into a strive for something greater than yourself.”
What members say
“Taejo offers classes for all levels and the trainers take the time and effort to break down techniques for those that are truly interested in learning kickboxing.”
“Everyone was friendly and encouraging, the class was challenging, and folks were quick to introduce themselves to a newcomer.”
“Taejo offers classes for all levels and the trainers take the time and effort to break down techniques for those that are truly interested in learning kickboxing.”
“With a strong background in Muay Thai, boxing and strength and conditioning these coaches will elevate your spirits into a strive for something greater than yourself.”
“Anyone looking to take their martial arts to the next level (hobby/competition) should check Taejo Kickboxing out.”
From the reviews
Taejo began as a past time to keep the mind and body occupied during coronavirus. Soon this hobbyist mentality was nurtured into something much deeper thanks to coach Olive, Niko and the rest of the Taejo team. It sprouted into a healthy obsession of mind and body.
Absolutely love this gym. Everyone is like family here and actually care about your training. From boxing, kickboxing, Muay Thai, to strength training and combat conditioning, they will help you achieve your goal, no matter how big or small.
Came for the work out, stayed for the fam. Taejo offers classes for all levels and the trainers take the time and effort to break down techniques for those that are truly interested in learning kickboxing. "Hands up" the best gym I've been to.
This place is great. I stopped in for a class while visiting LA and had a great experience. I've been practicing muay thai and kickboxing for several years. Randy and the folks here made me feel welcome right off the bat.
New to muay thai? Start at Taejo Kickboxing - Koreatown
Taejo Kickboxing - Koreatown 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 Taejo Kickboxing - Koreatown
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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