Muay Thai Classes in Dayton, OH
Dayton has 5 muay thai gyms — including 3 with a free trial, 4 beginner-friendly, and 4 with kids' classes. Every listing is ranked by what members say (Google rating weighted by review count) and shows live open-now hours and the classes each gym runs, so you can find your gym and book your first class. All levels welcome — you don't need to be fit or have any experience to start.
Tama Martial Arts - Dayton Kettering Martial Arts
4.9 ★★★★★ 260 reviews
SG Brazilian Jiu Jitsu
4.9 ★★★★★ 93 reviews
🥊 Free trial class — check their site
Dayton Muay Thai
4.9 ★★★★★ 49 reviews
🥊 Free trial class — check their site
Dayton Brazilian Jiu Jitsu
4.8 ★★★★★ 26 reviews
🥊 Free trial class — check their site
Elevation Combat Muay Thai
5 ★★★★★ 7 reviews
Good to know in Dayton
1 of the 5 gyms with posted hours are open on Sundays.
For coaches trained in Thailand or authentic Thai-style instruction, members point to Tama Martial Arts - Dayton Kettering Martial Arts and Dayton Muay Thai.
Looking for a women's class or a welcoming room to start in? Dayton Brazilian Jiu Jitsu runs women's muay thai.
Plan your first class
These gyms offer a free trial, free first class, or intro offer — the low-risk way to try muay thai before you commit. Check each gym's schedule for the current offer.
- SG Brazilian Jiu Jitsu ★★★★★ 4.9 (93)
- Dayton Muay Thai ★★★★★ 4.9 (49)
- Dayton Brazilian Jiu Jitsu ★★★★★ 4.8 (26)
New to muay thai?
These gyms are called out by members as welcoming to beginners — go at your own pace, ask questions, and know that sparring is optional and builds up slowly. Everyone in the room started with a first class.
- Tama Martial Arts - Dayton Kettering Martial Arts ★★★★★ 4.9 (260)
- SG Brazilian Jiu Jitsu ★★★★★ 4.9 (93)
- Dayton Muay Thai ★★★★★ 4.9 (49)
Kids & teen muay thai in Dayton
These gyms run kids' or youth classes — supervised, confidence-building, and focused on fitness and discipline. Check each gym's schedule for age groups and times.
- Tama Martial Arts - Dayton Kettering Martial Arts ★★★★★ 4.9 (260)
- SG Brazilian Jiu Jitsu ★★★★★ 4.9 (93)
- Dayton Muay Thai ★★★★★ 4.9 (49)
Muay thai in Dayton: quick answers
- How much do muay thai classes cost in Dayton?
- Most Dayton gyms don't post prices online. Muay thai is usually sold as a monthly membership rather than per class, and rates vary by gym. Many offer a free or discounted first class, so you can visit before you commit — see our cost guide for typical price ranges.
- Do any Dayton gyms offer a free trial or free first class?
- Yes — 3 of the 5 gyms in Dayton advertise a free trial, free first class, or intro offer, including SG Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, Dayton Muay Thai, Dayton Brazilian Jiu Jitsu. Offers change, so confirm on the gym's site before you go.
- I'm a total beginner — can I start muay thai in Dayton?
- Yes. Muay thai welcomes complete beginners, and you don't need to be fit or have any experience first — the training gets you in shape. 4 Dayton gyms are highlighted by members as beginner-friendly. Sparring is optional and builds up slowly; a good gym never pressures newcomers to fight.
- Are there kids' muay thai classes in Dayton?
- Yes — 4 Dayton gyms run kids' or youth muay thai, with some classes starting as young as age 6. Youth programs focus on fitness, discipline, and fun in a supervised setting; check each gym's schedule for age groups and times.