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Westside Mixed Martial Arts

4.9 ★★★★★ 100 Google reviews · Muay thai gym in Little Rock, Arkansas

Muay Thai gym Kids & teens Fitness classes Fight team

Plan your first class

  • Kids & youth classes kids and youth muay thai classes — built around discipline, focus, and confidence
  • 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 westsidemma.com — book classes and see the live schedule
  • Phone +1 501-663-3850

Hours

Monday 6 am–8:30 pm
Tuesday 6 am–8:30 pm
Wednesday 6 am–8:30 pm
Thursday 6 am–8:30 pm
Friday 6 pm–12 am
Saturday 10 am–12 pm
Sunday 4–5 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 Westside Mixed Martial Arts, confirmed in members' own reviews and the gym's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

🧒 Kids Muay Thai 5 mentions

“6 out of 7 (ages 16-5) of my kids train at Westside and they provide great training for all ages and interest levels.”

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🥊 Sparring

“The folks training mid day were there doing some light sparring and having a blast.”

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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 Westside Mixed Martial Arts — mined from their reviews and the gym's own info.

🦵 Kickboxing

“I can’t recommend it enough to anyone who has even an inkling of interest in kickboxing, grappling/BJJ, MMA, etc.”

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🥋 Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ) 13 mentions

“I've had the honor of training Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu with Coach Roli the few times I can get down to the Little Rock area.”

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🏟️ MMA 8 mentions

“I took an mma class and the instructor was a really good teacher and was very patient.”

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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 100 Google reviews — in their own words.

🧑‍🏫 expert, authentic coaching 5 mentions

“Amazing coaches with lots of real world experience, great facility, and great culture among gym members.”

🌱 welcoming to beginners 7 mentions

“Coach Roli was so welcoming, so relaxed, so professional while still maintaining his personality and mixing in his humor.”

🤝 no-ego, friendly gym 11 mentions

“Whether you are just looking for a good workout with friendly, motivating people or you are looking for a gym to push you to your competitive limits, Westside is the place to go!”

🥊 legit sparring & fight team 2 mentions

“If you’re looking for a great place to learn and grow in the fighting arts, you’ve found a gem.”

🧼 clean, well-equipped gym 7 mentions

“Amazing coaches with lots of real world experience, great facility, and great culture among gym members.”

From the reviews

Westside MMA is THE best place to train in Central Arkansas, if not the entire south. Yes, I said it. You will not find a better place that has everything you could ask for in a martial arts gym: reputable, experienced, and just flat-out amazing coaches, a welcoming and warm community made up of people from all walks…

★★★★★ — Sam, Jan 2026

I’m a bit late with this review (apologies). I went on a business trip to Little Rock and had some down time. While looking for a Muay Thai or heavy bag workout and came across Westside MMA. The owners were fantastic and allowed me to train for the day.

★★★★★ — Pedro, Mar 2024

Westside is a great gym. I've had the honor of training Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu with Coach Roli the few times I can get down to the Little Rock area. Everyone, from the instructors to the front desk to the students, are all incredibly welcoming.

★★★★★ — Justin, Dec 2019

6 out of 7 (ages 16-5) of my kids train at Westside and they provide great training for all ages and interest levels. The coaches are amazing and do a great job of challenging the kids who are passionate about Jiu jitsu, as well as offering fun opportunities for my little guys to start working on the basics.

★★★★★ — Team, Mar 2019

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Your first muay thai class at Westside Mixed Martial Arts

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 Westside Mixed Martial Arts

806 S Izard St, Little Rock, AR72201

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