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XTMA STUDIO

5 ★★★★★ 33 Google reviews · Muay thai gym in El Segundo, California

Free trial Beginners welcome Kids & teens Private lessons Fitness classes Fight team

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
  • Fight team a competition team for members who want to test themselves as amateur fighters
  • Today see hours ·
  • Website & schedule xtma.org — book classes and see the live schedule
  • Phone (310) 658-1715

Hours

Monday 12–8:30 PM
Tuesday 4:30–7:30 PM
Wednesday 12–8:30 PM
Thursday 4:30–7:30 PM
Friday 12–6:30 PM
Saturday 9 AM–12:30 PM
Sunday 11 AM–1 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 XTMA STUDIO, confirmed in members' own reviews and the gym's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

🌱 Beginner Muay Thai 9 mentions

“Getting the opportunity to train with these world-class instructors in such an intimate setting is a blessing for both beginners and advanced students.”

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👤 Private Lessons

“I also train in private lessons with them, they are attentive, patient and adapt to your needs.”

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🛡️ Self-Defense

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🔥 Muay Thai Fitness

“You can learn some realistic personal life saving skills or train for sport Combatives or a great workout or just for fun.”

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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 XTMA STUDIO — mined from their reviews and the gym's own info.

🦵 Kickboxing

“I've been training kick boxing and kali there for 3 months but I have over 40 of martial arts training.”

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🥊 Boxing 2 mentions

“The depth and rigour for detail across so many martial arts (Muay Thai, BJJ, Shooto, Jun Fan, Wing Chun, FMA, Silat, Boxing, Savate) is truly astonishing.”

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🥋 Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ) 4 mentions

“The depth and rigour for detail across so many martial arts (Muay Thai, BJJ, Shooto, Jun Fan, Wing Chun, FMA, Silat, Boxing, Savate) is truly astonishing.”

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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 33 Google reviews — in their own words.

🧑‍🏫 expert, authentic coaching 5 mentions

“Getting the opportunity to train with these world-class instructors in such an intimate setting is a blessing for both beginners and advanced students.”

🌱 welcoming to beginners 10 mentions

“Getting the opportunity to train with these world-class instructors in such an intimate setting is a blessing for both beginners and advanced students.”

🤝 no-ego, friendly gym 3 mentions

“He is so humble and shares his knowledge so openly, It's been such an honour.”

📘 real technique & fundamentals 4 mentions

“Coach Dan and Khay Man mix techniques, cardio, and play together which helps physical health and sharpen mental focus!”

🔥 killer workout & conditioning 2 mentions

“You can learn some realistic personal life saving skills or train for sport Combatives or a great workout or just for fun.”

🥊 legit sparring & fight team 2 mentions

From the reviews

Guro Daniel Lonero and Guro Marie Lonero are two of the finest martial art instructors you will find. Getting the opportunity to train with these world-class instructors in such an intimate setting is a blessing for both beginners and advanced students.

★★★★★ — Richard, Jul 2022

Guro Daniel & Guro Marie are two of the finest martial arts instructors I’ve ever met. Their wealth of knowledge knows no bounds and they are constantly researching and learning, never resting on their laurels.

★★★★★ — Carlos, Jul 2022

The best place to train martial arts in El Segundo, all levels are welcome. Don't miss the opportunity to train with two of the best instructors. Guro Daniel Lonero and Sifu Marie can introduce you in the martial arts in a clear and easy way if you are a beginner or bring you to the next level if you have experience.

★★★★★ — Jkd, Jul 2022

Over the past 10 years I've had the great pleasure of being taught by Guros Daniel and Marie at XTMA. I can honestly say that are not only very professional, genuine, honest and open people but they are world class martial artists.

★★★★★ — Duncan, Jul 2022

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New to muay thai? Start at XTMA STUDIO

XTMA STUDIO comes up as a beginner-friendly gym, going by their listing and members’ reviews. 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.

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Your first muay thai class at XTMA STUDIO

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 XTMA STUDIO

135 Richmond St Suite A, El Segundo, CA90245

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