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Twisted Fitness Gym

4.8 ★★★★★ 122 Google reviews · Muay thai gym in Madison, Wisconsin

Beginners welcome

Weight-training gym with a variety of exercise classes that attracts everyone from beginners to pros.

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
  • Today see hours ·
  • Website & schedule twistedfitnessgym.com — book classes and see the live schedule
  • Phone (608) 241-9007

Hours

Monday 5:30 AM–9:30 PM
Tuesday 5:30 AM–9:30 PM
Wednesday 5:30 AM–9:30 PM
Thursday 5:30 AM–9:30 PM
Friday 5:30 AM–9:30 PM
Saturday 7 AM–6 PM
Sunday 9 AM–5 PM

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 Twisted Fitness Gym, confirmed in members' own reviews and the gym's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

🌱 Beginner Muay Thai 2 mentions

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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 Twisted Fitness Gym — mined from their reviews and the gym's own info.

🥋 Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ) 9 mentions

“I have been training jiu jitsu and weight training the past few years and am thankful for the entire staff their, and especially Mark and Mike with the jiu jitsu classes.”

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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 122 Google reviews — in their own words.

🧑‍🏫 expert, authentic coaching 4 mentions

“The Alliance BJJ team has so many great coaches and put the safety of everyone as a top priority.”

🌱 welcoming to beginners 8 mentions

“- Wonderful owners and staff - Great facilities - 10/10 Training Offerings - Welcoming community Hands down the best gym I’ve ever been part of.”

🤝 no-ego, friendly gym 13 mentions

“- Wonderful owners and staff - Great facilities - 10/10 Training Offerings - Welcoming community Hands down the best gym I’ve ever been part of.”

🧼 clean, well-equipped gym 7 mentions

“The staff working was amazing, always cleaning and helping the members, he even gave us a tour and helped us find equipment we were looking for.”

💵 good value / fair pricing 2 mentions

“The value they provide is absolutely worth it.”

From the reviews

I've been with Twisted Fitness for 4 years, and it's been a tremendously good impact on my life. The coaches are great, the students are great, the facility is great. Whether you're interested in competition, or just fun, this is an excellent place to train.

★★★★★ — Benjamin, Nov 2019

I have been training at twisted fitness for 13 months now. This is by FAR the best gym in Madison. Professor Mark and Sonya are EXTREMELY knowledgeable and dedicated to their passions of fitness and martial arts. The new facility has everything you would want in a gym and more.

★★★★★ — Collin, Dec 2019

Twisted Fitness is one of a kind. The community is supportive, the owners are welcoming, and the facility is best in class. The facility has top of the line equipment that is well maintained, and the gym is always clean. No matter what you are training for, you’ll be able to meet your goals here.

★★★★★ — Jordan, Oct 2023

The staff at Twisted Fitness is amazing. The facility is top notch and is impeccably clean at all times. The Alliance BJJ team has so many great coaches and put the safety of everyone as a top priority. Great community, great tean.

★★★★★ — Todd, Dec 2022

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New to muay thai? Start at Twisted Fitness Gym

Twisted Fitness Gym 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.

Check beginner classes on their site

Your first muay thai class at Twisted Fitness Gym

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 Twisted Fitness Gym

711 Rethke Ave Ste 1, Madison, WI53714

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