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Urban Boxing Bethesda
4.8 ★★★★★ 98 Google reviews · Muay thai gym in Bethesda, Maryland
Authentic Thai — reviews and the gym's own info point to coaching rooted in Thailand's muay thai tradition. If lineage matters to you, ask where the coaches trained and about their kru.
Gym and fitness center offering boxing classes, training sessions and other workout programs, with experienced trainers and staff.
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
- 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
- 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 urbanboxingbethesda.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone +1 301-656-2186
Hours
| Monday | 5:30 am–8 pm |
| Tuesday | 7 am–8 pm |
| Wednesday | 5:30 am–8 pm |
| Thursday | 7 am–8 pm |
| Friday | 5:30 am–8 pm |
| Saturday | 8:30 am–2 pm |
| Sunday | 8:30 am–2 pm |
The classes they run
“I was nervous to start boxing because I’m a girl and had no experience, but David was super encouraging and I always felt comfortable.”
“My teen has had a wonderful experience at Urban Boxing getting personal coaching from Coach Nancy for several months now.”
“He has the best sense of humor and he really tailors his one-on-one sessions to your goals and pacing.”
“After just one month I have grown so much stronger and can keep up with a variety of combos, as well as spar a bit.”
“If you already are a fighter they will turn you into a better, sharper and stronger one and if you never have thrown a punch, they will put you in fight shape in not time.”
“Whether you're looking to get into great shape, or learn and push yourself in the art of combat sports, this gym is the place.”
Other martial arts here
“I went into my first class not knowing much about boxing, and let me tell you, Urban Boxing's classes aren't just workouts with boxing movements.”
What members say
“The coaches are the best in the region.”
“I went into my first class not knowing much about boxing, and let me tell you, Urban Boxing's classes aren't just workouts with boxing movements.”
“The coaches are very friendly and are always willing to help you get the most out of the classes.”
“I’ve never felt judged for my (lack of) technique and the more experienced boxers have provided me with bits of advice when I need it.”
“Whether you're looking to get into great shape, or learn and push yourself in the art of combat sports, this gym is the place.”
“If you already are a fighter they will turn you into a better, sharper and stronger one and if you never have thrown a punch, they will put you in fight shape in not time.”
From the reviews
URBAN boxing is a gym which brings people together as they're working out with their experienced coaches,the managers, director's hospitality is No 1 in the Area so my recomendation anyone intrested in working out to join URBAN BOXING GYM
As others have said, this place is a gem. I went into my first class not knowing much about boxing, and let me tell you, Urban Boxing's classes aren't just workouts with boxing movements. They actually teach you the techniques to FIGHT.
For those who have never boxed and are hoping to find a way to lose weight and improve overall fitness, this is the place for you. From requesting a free first class session to being a member for 2 months now, I can’t say enough about how great this place is.
After practicing TKD for 27 years, my arthritic knees don’t like single leg rotations and kicking. I’ve had some boxing experience and decided to try Urban Boxing.
New to muay thai? Start at Urban Boxing Bethesda
Urban Boxing Bethesda 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 Urban Boxing Bethesda
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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