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The Mixed Martial Arts Center

5 ★★★★★ 31 Google reviews · Muay thai gym in Dayton, Texas

Free trial Kids & teens Fight team

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
  • Kids & youth classes kids and youth muay thai classes — built around discipline, focus, and confidence
  • Fight team a competition team for members who want to test themselves as amateur fighters
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  • Website & schedule the-mma-center.com — book classes and see the live schedule
  • Phone +1 936-219-0237

Hours

Monday 1–9 pm
Tuesday 1–9 pm
Wednesday 1–9 pm
Thursday 1–9 pm
Friday 5–8 pm
Saturday Closed
Sunday Closed

Hours shift for holidays, seminars, and open-gym times — worth a quick check before a special trip.

The classes they run

Muay thai classes on the schedule at The Mixed Martial Arts Center, confirmed in members' own reviews and the gym's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

🧒 Kids Muay Thai 16 mentions

“A good place for the kids to learn a valuable life skill and enjoy themselves in the process while also learning much more.”

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🏆 Fight Team 6 mentions

“My son has been apart of TMMAC for a little over 2 years, now he is apart of their competition team.”

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🛡️ Self-Defense 4 mentions

“Not only is MMA great for self-defense and physical health, but the coaches care about everyone and keep the environment fun and positive.”

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Other martial arts here

Muay thai gyms are usually multi-discipline. Here's what else members mention training under the same roof at The Mixed Martial Arts Center — mined from their reviews and the gym's own info.

🥋 Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ) 18 mentions

“This MMA gym right here in Dayton Texas is run by Carlos machado's Jiu-Jitsus finest.”

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🏟️ MMA 19 mentions

“The Mixed Martial Arts Center is one of the best decisions we have made for my grandson.”

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Disciplines are mined from reviews and the gym's own info — they show what members have trained, not a formal class guarantee. If you specifically want BJJ, boxing, or MMA alongside muay thai, confirm the current schedule with the gym.

What members say

The things reviewers bring up again and again across 31 Google reviews — in their own words.

🧑‍🏫 expert, authentic coaching 8 mentions

“Coach Jesse is great with the kids and does a great job of having the kids play focus centered games while also mixing in some basics of martial arts.”

🤝 no-ego, friendly gym 9 mentions

“Despite its size, this gym offers top-notch teaching that's both friendly and detailed.”

📘 real technique & fundamentals 4 mentions

“So if you want to come and learn some self-control, respect, and also see and possibly learn some cool techniques, you should come here.”

🧒 strong kids program 2 mentions

“Is a Carlos Machado Affiliate and great with kids.”

🥊 legit sparring & fight team 6 mentions

“My son has been apart of TMMAC for a little over 2 years, now he is apart of their competition team.”

🧠 builds confidence & discipline 10 mentions

“They really have taught him confidence, self discipline and he has made some life long friends.”

From the reviews

This MMA gym right here in Dayton Texas is run by Carlos machado's Jiu-Jitsus finest. Run by coach Reeves former MMA fighter and blue belt for Carlos Machado jiu-jitsu I'd say as an MMA fighter myself is one of the most professionally trained skilled and Technical MMA coaches to get trained by right here in Texas.

★★★★★ — Trevor, Sep 2020

My son is 3 years old has been going here every Friday for about a month and a half now. He absolutely loves it. His listening and ability to maintain focus has already improved.

★★★★★ — Collin, Jan 2024

COACH Reeves is very knowledgeable at his craft. Is a Carlos Machado Affiliate and great with kids. I had the opportunity to train with him and he is very patient wirh the kids. If you're looking for a BJJ school in his area feel free to give him a call or IM.

★★★★★ — Free2Playaccount, Jun 2020

The Mixed Martial Arts Center is one of the best decisions we have made for my grandson. The coaches are very skilled and professional while making the program fun. They are taught skill, self confidence and integrity. They are a family.

★★★★★ — Veronica, May 2021

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Your first muay thai class at The Mixed Martial Arts Center

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.

Muay thai is a contact sport. Ease in, listen to your coaches, and if you have any injuries or health concerns, mention them before class and check with a doctor if you're unsure.

Where to find The Mixed Martial Arts Center

1300 US-90, Dayton, TX77535

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