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Muay Thai Gyms in Minnesota
31 muay thai gyms across 24 cities in Minnesota — including 21 with a free trial, 26 beginner-friendly, and 28 with kids' classes. Pick a city for full listings with member reviews, live open-now hours, and the classes each gym runs — or browse the map.
Muay thai — the art of eight limbs — has spread far beyond Thailand, and Minnesota now has gyms for every reason people train: a nervous first class, a serious workout, self-defense, kids' and women's programs, or the fight team. You don't need to be fit or experienced to walk in; all levels are welcome.
Cities in Minnesota
Featured muay thai gyms in Minnesota
Ranked by what members say — Google rating weighted by review count. See the full best-of-Minnesota ranking →
Next Level Combat
5 ★★★★★ 215 reviews
🥊 Free trial class — check their site
The Academy MN
4.4 ★★★★☆ 176 reviews
🥊 Free trial class — check their site
Mario Roberto Jiu-Jitsu Academy
5 ★★★★★ 104 reviews
🥊 Free trial class — check their site
Gorilla Combat LLC
4.9 ★★★★★ 51 reviews
🥊 Free trial class — check their site
Stoic Martial Arts
4.9 ★★★★★ 49 reviews
🥊 Free trial class — check their site
Striking Institute
5 ★★★★★ 22 reviews
🥊 Free trial class — check their site
More ways to train in Minnesota
- Best muay thai gyms in Minnesota — the state-wide ranking
- Muay thai for beginners — 26 beginner-friendly gyms in Minnesota, ready for your first class
- Kids & teen muay thai — 28 gyms in Minnesota with youth programs
- Free trial classes — 21 gyms in Minnesota offer a free trial or intro class
- Browse muay thai class types — beginner, kids', women's, private, fitness, sparring, fight team and more
Muay thai programs in Minnesota
Find the class that fits — whether you're starting from zero, bringing the kids, or chasing a fight.
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Muay thai in Minnesota: common questions
- How many muay thai gyms are in Minnesota?
- Our directory lists 31 muay thai gyms across 24 cities in Minnesota. The cities with the most are Minneapolis (4), Rochester (4), Roseville (2).
- How much do muay thai classes cost in Minnesota?
- Among Minnesota gyms that publish a rate, single-class drop-ins run about $30–$99 (median around $30). Muay thai is more often sold as a monthly membership, which varies widely and most gyms don't post online — so check the gym's own schedule. Our cost guide breaks down what to expect.
- Are free trial classes available in Minnesota?
- Yes — 21 gyms in Minnesota advertise a free trial, free first class, or intro week. It's the low-pressure way to try a class before you commit; confirm the current offer on the gym's site.
- Can beginners and kids train muay thai in Minnesota?
- Absolutely — muay thai welcomes all levels. 26 Minnesota gyms are highlighted by members as beginner-friendly, and 28 run kids' or youth programs. You don't need to be fit or have any experience to start, and no reputable gym makes you spar before you're ready.
- Do I need to be in shape or spar to start muay thai?
- No. You can start with zero fitness base and no experience — the training itself gets you in shape. Sparring is optional and always builds up gradually; a good gym never throws beginners in. Fitness-focused, non-contact classes are common if you'd rather never spar.