Home › California › Long Beach › The Den Muay Thai
The Den Muay Thai
5 ★★★★★ 59 Google reviews · Muay thai gym in Long Beach, California
Gym offering Muay Thai training for beginners and experienced fighters alike.
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
- 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 thedenmuaythai.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone (562) 889-0434
Hours
| Monday | 4–8 PM |
| Tuesday | 4–8 PM |
| Wednesday | 4–8 PM |
| Thursday | 4–8 PM |
| Friday | 4–8 PM |
| Saturday | 9 AM–12:30 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“The atmosphere is friendly to both beginners and experienced people, and the group at the gym are welcoming and friendly.”
“Introducing a strength and conditioning class into their offerings highlights The Den's dedication to comprehensive fitness, a crucial component of my personal journey.”
“The sparring sessions are great to get experience and get to know your skill set.”
“There is a wide range of skill levels there from absolute beginners to fighters preparing for their next bout.”
“The instructor is very knowledgeable in the fundamentals and execution of Muay Thai, and he is keen on making sure everyone learns at a reasonable pace.”
Other martial arts here
What members say
“Coach James does a great job teaching and is very helpful to everyone in the gym, regardless of experience.”
“Regardless of your skill level, you will find the right amount of support not only from Coach and owner James, but the environment is truly welcoming.”
“Regardless of your skill level, you will find the right amount of support not only from Coach and owner James, but the environment is truly welcoming.”
“The instructor is very knowledgeable in the fundamentals and execution of Muay Thai, and he is keen on making sure everyone learns at a reasonable pace.”
“Introducing a strength and conditioning class into their offerings highlights The Den's dedication to comprehensive fitness, a crucial component of my personal journey.”
“There is no one else who maintains the integrity of the Thai form and is attuned to the Muay Thai tactics in fighting like James.”
From the reviews
Had my first lesson yesterday and I it was awesome. I am a novice and don't have any background in Muay Thai. The trainer James was thorough, easy to follow, and patient. I can tell he has a passion and respect for this sport. It showed through his consistent attention to detail.
I've trained my whole life, all around the world, fought in multiple different organizations including the ufc. Just moved to Long Beach and was looking for a new home gym to train Muay Thai. I met coach and owner James thru a friend and I'm very grateful. He is a great coach and a great person.
Joining The Den Muay Thai has been a game-changer for me. Right off the bat, the straightforward membership - one fee for unlimited access to all classes - made getting into Muay Thai both accessible and stress-free. It's refreshing to not have to juggle multiple fees or navigate complex payment plans.
Best place you can go to learn Muay Thai. Regardless of your skill level, you will find the right amount of support not only from Coach and owner James, but the environment is truly welcoming.
New to muay thai? Start at The Den Muay Thai
The Den 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 The Den 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.
More muay thai gyms near Long Beach
Brazilian Top Team Long Beach Jiu-Jitsu & MMA
4.9 ★★★★★ 166 reviews
🥊 Free trial class — check their site
BTT LB
4.4 ★★★★☆ 16 reviews
🥊 Free trial class — check their site
Neutral Grounds JiuJitsu Academy. A USA Wrestling Charter Club
5 ★★★★★ 42 reviews