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Tampa Muay Thai
4.8 ★★★★★ 264 Google reviews · Muay thai gym in Ybor City, Florida
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.
Muay Thai gym equipped for all levels, with classes for adults, kids and teens.
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
- 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 tampamuaythai.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone (813) 321-8669
Hours
| Monday | 7 AM–9 PM |
| Tuesday | 7 AM–9 PM |
| Wednesday | 7 AM–9 PM |
| Thursday | 7 AM–9 PM |
| Friday | 7 AM–8 PM |
| Saturday | 9 AM–2 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“With the support I’ve received at TMT, that goal feels more attainable than ever, and for the first time, I’m confident I can actually make it happen.”
“My son and I were welcomed into a supportive, high-level training environment that truly lives up to the "family vibe" they talk about.”
“I have been doing martial arts on and off since I was a teen.”
“I did a one-on-one class for the first time in a year since training at my previous gym trainer.”
“I aim to train at least three times a week and, as of writing this review, I’ve progressed to Level 3 and even started sparring.”
“They are very patient with beginners and novice fighters, which makes it a great place to start if you are new to kickboxing or Muay Thai training.”
“The instructors take the time to carefully explain techniques, making sure students understand the fundamentals of Muay Thai while improving their skills safely.”
Other martial arts here
“They are very patient with beginners and novice fighters, which makes it a great place to start if you are new to kickboxing or Muay Thai training.”
“While I did a little Karate growing up, you absolutely don’t need any prior experience to get started here.”
What members say
“From day one, the coaching has been world-class and the entire staff has been nothing short of incredible.”
“With the support I’ve received at TMT, that goal feels more attainable than ever, and for the first time, I’m confident I can actually make it happen.”
“My son and I were welcomed into a supportive, high-level training environment that truly lives up to the "family vibe" they talk about.”
“The instructors take the time to carefully explain techniques, making sure students understand the fundamentals of Muay Thai while improving their skills safely.”
“Over time, I’ve made some amazing friends and can proudly say that I’m now in the best shape of my life.”
“They are very patient with beginners and novice fighters, which makes it a great place to start if you are new to kickboxing or Muay Thai training.”
From the reviews
I started training at TMT about a year and a half ago, and it’s genuinely been one of the best experiences of my life. I’ve never been particularly athletic and spent most of my life out of shape. While I did a little Karate growing up, you absolutely don’t need any prior experience to get started here.
Tampa Muay Thai is the real deal. From day one, the coaching has been world-class and the entire staff has been nothing short of incredible. My son and I were welcomed into a supportive, high-level training environment that truly lives up to the "family vibe" they talk about.
Very, very good gym if you want to learn Muay Thai. The people are super friendly and supportive. Alex and Joey are amazing. Damian is a legend. 6/5 stars.
Great coaches and an excellent training environment at Tampa Muay Thai. The instructors take the time to carefully explain techniques, making sure students understand the fundamentals of Muay Thai while improving their skills safely.
New to muay thai? Start at Tampa Muay Thai
Tampa Muay Thai 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 Tampa 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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