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The Thai Boxing Institute
4.9 ★★★★★ 59 Google reviews · Muay thai gym in Los Angeles, California
Friendly, welcoming space for Muay Thai-focused classes for all levels, from beginners to pros.
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
- Women's classes dedicated women's muay thai classes — a welcoming space to train and start out in
- 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 thaiboxinginstitute.net — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone +1 310-596-5034
Hours
| Monday | 10:45 am–12:30 pm, 5–8:30 pm |
| Tuesday | 8–9 am, 5–8:30 pm |
| Wednesday | 10:45 am–12:30 pm, 5–8:30 pm |
| Thursday | 8–9 am, 5–8:30 pm |
| Friday | 10:45 am–1:30 pm, 5–7:30 pm |
| Saturday | 10:30 am–1 pm |
| Sunday | 10 am–12 pm |
The classes they run
“I’d just as quickly recommend TBI to experienced Muay Thai practitioners as I would to beginners who have an interest in trying it for the first time.”
“The little kids seem to enjoy it a lot too.”
“Its not any place that you get to learn from international level women athletes and have a women’s class.”
“In regards to the facility, it is a large open space with a ring in the back for sparring; there is plenty of room to work out without bumping into people.”
“Whatever your goals might be, whether it’s to compete, be healthier or just learn about Muay Thai culture and the art of striking, this is the gym to be at.”
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What members say
“Whether you’ve trained 5 days or 5 years, the coaches at TBI will help get the best out of your technique and conditioning.”
“I’d just as quickly recommend TBI to experienced Muay Thai practitioners as I would to beginners who have an interest in trying it for the first time.”
“The folks who go there are also so kind and helpful - they're welcoming to newcomers and it definitely feels like a tight little community.”
“Whether you’ve trained 5 days or 5 years, the coaches at TBI will help get the best out of your technique and conditioning.”
“Whatever your goals might be, whether it’s to compete, be healthier or just learn about Muay Thai culture and the art of striking, this is the gym to be at.”
“Last but not least, they really do listen to what members have to say and make sucessful efforts to create a nice gym community that I’m happy to be a part of!”
From the reviews
Going to TBI has been so educational, fun, and rewarding. The coaches are helpful, experienced, kind, fun, and always make me feel like I'm learning. The folks who go there are also so kind and helpful - they're welcoming to newcomers and it definitely feels like a tight little community.
This gym has a great sense of community. It has been a safe and friendly environment for me to train in for the last 2 years. The coaches are friendly, knowledgeable and very giving of their time.
My experience so far has been fun, educational, and physically challenging (in the best way). The staff is patient and encouraging for newcomers, regardless of ability. The owner, coach Vik, is laid back and approachable. Furthermore, all of the coaches are highly informed and articulate.
Been training muay thai for almost 10 years. My first gym closed during the pandemic and the last year I have been training at TBI with coach Vic and his team and I have been extremely happy. Everyone at the gym is courteous, helpful, and friendly. The new facilities have lots of space and are clean and organized.
New to muay thai? Start at The Thai Boxing Institute
The Thai Boxing Institute 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 The Thai Boxing Institute
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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