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TAG Muay Thai
5 ★★★★★ 221 Google reviews · Muay thai gym in Sterling, Virginia
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
- 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
- Fight team a competition team for members who want to test themselves as amateur fighters
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule tagmuaythai.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone (703) 650-9300
Hours
| Monday | 5:30–8:30 PM |
| Tuesday | 5:30–9 PM |
| Wednesday | 5:30 PM–12 AM |
| Thursday | 12–8:30 AM, 5:30–9 PM |
| Friday | 5:30–8 PM |
| Saturday | 9:30 AM–12:30 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“Whether you’re a beginner looking to get in shape or an experienced fighter preparing for competition, he meets every student where they are and pushes them to grow.”
“I brought my children here because I wanted to make sure my daughter was getting enough exercise after battling years of health issues.”
“I appreciate the fact that as a younger teenager they allow her to train with adults.”
“Some Saturday sessions can be smaller which provides more one on one.”
“Whether you’re a beginner looking to get in shape or an experienced fighter preparing for competition, he meets every student where they are and pushes them to grow.”
“At first, it took her a little while to warm up, but now she has competed in three sparring competitions and absolutely loves it.”
“Whether you’re a beginner looking to get in shape or an experienced fighter preparing for competition, he meets every student where they are and pushes them to grow.”
“Whether you're a beginner looking to learn the fundamentals or an experienced fighter aiming to sharpen your skills, TAG Muay Thai offers a supportive and motivating environment.”
“He may have mentioned to Chris, the head instructor/owner that I've been training back home in CT in martial arts and self defense.”
Other martial arts here
“The gym offers not only Muay Thai, but MMA and Boxing classes so that you can train on a nice mix of different martial arts that will challenge you.”
“Yes, this is a Muay Thai gym-but Chris is giving you so much more with boxing, mma, and jiu-jitsu.”
“The gym offers not only Muay Thai, but MMA and Boxing classes so that you can train on a nice mix of different martial arts that will challenge you.”
What members say
“Chris is not only an amazing trainer but also an inspiring role model who uplifts everyone around him.”
“Whether you're a beginner looking to learn the fundamentals or an experienced fighter aiming to sharpen your skills, TAG Muay Thai offers a supportive and motivating environment.”
“Whether you're a beginner looking to learn the fundamentals or an experienced fighter aiming to sharpen your skills, TAG Muay Thai offers a supportive and motivating environment.”
“Whether you're a beginner looking to learn the fundamentals or an experienced fighter aiming to sharpen your skills, TAG Muay Thai offers a supportive and motivating environment.”
“It has the only combination of technical proficiency, high-level conditioning and supportive culture of the numerous gyms I've been to in this area.”
“Whether you’re a beginner looking to get in shape or an experienced fighter preparing for competition, he meets every student where they are and pushes them to grow.”
From the reviews
Whether you’re just there to have a fun workout and learn some MMA skills or if you’re training for an upcoming fight this is the place! They have years of experience from Chris Aboy 20+ years of Muay Thai to Jimmy Lange, professional Boxing Champion.
I brought my children here because I wanted to make sure my daughter was getting enough exercise after battling years of health issues. At first, it took her a little while to warm up, but now she has competed in three sparring competitions and absolutely loves it.
While visiting my son and his family in VA, I accompanied him to his class at T.A.G. He may have mentioned to Chris, the head instructor/owner that I've been training back home in CT in martial arts and self defense.
This is a very welcoming & professional gym. Some of the best coaching I’ve experienced. Growth is unlimited. The owner does a great job hosting special events and seminars that allow you to be exposed to other learning opportunities.
New to muay thai? Start at TAG Muay Thai
TAG 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 TAG 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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