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Twinsburg Academy of Self-Defense
5 ★★★★★ 25 Google reviews · Muay thai gym in Twinsburg, Ohio
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
- Fitness & conditioning muay thai fitness and cardio classes — a serious workout you can do without ever having to spar
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule theacademyofself-defense.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone +1 330-237-9594
Hours
| Monday | 10–11 am, 5–9 pm |
| Tuesday | 5–9 pm |
| Wednesday | 10–11 am, 5–9 pm |
| Thursday | 5–9 pm |
| Friday | Closed |
| Saturday | 10 am–3 pm |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“I am both an experienced martial artist (3rd degree black belt in Jiu Jitsu) and a beginner in Tai Chi.”
“My son joined at the beginning of the year and I joined as an adult a couple of weeks later.”
“They also can work one on one with an individual who needs more instruction during class time.”
“If you’re looking for a great dojo to start martial arts in a very comfortable environment, Twinsburg academy of self defense is for you!”
Other martial arts here
“I am both an experienced martial artist (3rd degree black belt in Jiu Jitsu) and a beginner in Tai Chi.”
What members say
“I am both an experienced martial artist (3rd degree black belt in Jiu Jitsu) and a beginner in Tai Chi.”
“We enjoy all of the classes, but especially look forward to Saturdays for the family class.”
“This is my first full experience with any form of martial arts, and I highly recommend Twinsburg Academy of Self-Defense.”
“You will feel welcome and well-focused on, and the more you put into it, the more they will definitely give to you!”
From the reviews
My son joined at the beginning of the year and I joined as an adult a couple of weeks later. We enjoy all of the classes, but especially look forward to Saturdays for the family class. It's a great opportunity to make memories with your kids and build a stronger bond with them.
The Twinsburg Academy is fantastic. Staff are experienced, professional, skilled, friendly and patient. The Tai Chi instructors are incredible patient and forgiving with students. Fees are reasonable and there are lots of time options for classes on days, weekends and week nights. The facility is spanking clean.
I’ve been a Tai Chi player with Tim for many years. Every single time I attend a class there is something new to learn. The classes are fun and invigorating. At 73 years old I’m thankful leaving each class feeling better than when I came in. Every new person adds something positive to the group.
Terrific instructors. I didn't start to learn T'ai Chi until I was in my mid-70s. Thanks to the step-by-step instruction of Master Tim, I have been able to progress through 4 different forms. There's always something new to learn so it's never boring. Very enjoyable, beneficial exercise with no stress on aging joints.
New to muay thai? Start at Twinsburg Academy of Self-Defense
Twinsburg Academy of Self-Defense 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 Twinsburg Academy of Self-Defense
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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