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California Martial Athletics - Muay Thai
4.9 ★★★★★ 49 Google reviews · Kickboxing gym in San Francisco, California
Authentic muay thai gym with classes for kids and adults, as well as helpful 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 fitness levels welcome, including total beginners — no experience needed, and you get in shape by training, not before
- Kids & teen classes kids and teen kickboxing classes — built around confidence, focus, and fun
- Competition team a competition team for members who want to test themselves in the ring — amateur kickboxing, muay thai, or K-1
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule cmasf.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone +1 415-359-9294
Hours
| Monday | 7 am–8:30 pm |
| Tuesday | 12–8:30 pm |
| Wednesday | 7 am–8:30 pm |
| Thursday | 12–8:30 pm |
| Friday | 7 am–7 pm |
| Saturday | 10 am–2:30 pm |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“Just like Dave, you can tell that Joe loves martial arts like a kid loves Christmas, and he's equally stoked to pass that joy on to his students.”
“I started practicing Muay Thai a little over a year ago under Coach Dave Engel's instruction, and I couldn't have asked for a better mentor as a complete beginner.”
“Training here has kept me grounded and sharp — especially since I also compete regularly as a dancer.”
“I started practicing Muay Thai a little over a year ago under Coach Dave Engel's instruction, and I couldn't have asked for a better mentor as a complete beginner.”
Other martial arts here
“I started practicing Muay Thai a little over a year ago under Coach Dave Engel's instruction, and I couldn't have asked for a better mentor as a complete beginner.”
What members say
“Both Dave and Joe are great trainers.”
“I started practicing Muay Thai a little over a year ago under Coach Dave Engel's instruction, and I couldn't have asked for a better mentor as a complete beginner.”
“Don’t miss Saturday conditioning ;) I take privates with Coach Xyler, and he helped me unlock so much more punching power than I had before.”
“Training here has kept me grounded and sharp — especially since I also compete regularly as a dancer.”
“Speaking from a female perspective, CMA offers a very safe and welcoming space for women to learn about Muay Thai and workout.”
“Being at this gym has gotten me through some rough times, including losing family, and Dave and Joe were incredibly supportive throughout it all.”
From the reviews
This is the best Muay Thai gym you could find in the Bay Area! Joining CMA was the best decision I could make 3 years ago. The coaches are very knowledgeable about Muay Thai and genuinely care about their students.
California Martial Arts has been a fantastic place for my daughter to learn Muay Thai. The fact that they offer classes for kids three days a week has provided her with a consistent and engaging learning experience.
Look no more, this is an amazing gym. If you want to learn, grow and improve, this is the place for that. As a soccer coach and school teacher myself, I can tell you that the instructors are what top tier coaches/mentors/teachers should be. They are masters of their craft.
I started practicing Muay Thai a little over a year ago under Coach Dave Engel's instruction, and I couldn't have asked for a better mentor as a complete beginner. Dave is clearly extremely passionate about the sport and has dedicated his life to it, and you can also tell that he genuinely enjoys teaching it to others.
New to kickboxing? Start at California Martial Athletics - Muay Thai
California Martial Athletics - Muay Thai 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 class is for. A few things worth knowing before your first week. First, you don't need to be fit or coordinated to start — you get in shape by training, not before it, and coaches scale every drill to you. Second, you won't be thrown into hard sparring — reputable gyms build the basics (stance, footwork, and punches and kicks on pads and bags) first, and any contact eases in gradually under a coach's control. Third, all fitness 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 kickboxing class at California Martial Athletics - Muay Thai
Nervous about walking into a kickboxing 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 — stance, footwork, and punches and kicks on pads or a heavy bag — not hard sparring. Go at your own pace and rest whenever you need to; no one will bat an eye. What to wear: comfortable athletic clothes you can move and sweat in, and supportive trainers. What to bring: water, and hand wraps and gloves if you have them — many gyms lend loaner gloves for a first class, so it's worth asking when you call. As you keep training you'll add your own gloves and wraps (and shin guards once you start sparring). Sparring is optional and eases in gradually, once your basics 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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