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Madison Muay Thai

4.6 ★★★★★ 11 Google reviews · Kickboxing gym in Madison, Wisconsin

Kickboxing gym Beginners welcome Cardio kickboxing

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  • Beginner-friendly all fitness levels welcome, including total beginners — no experience needed, and you get in shape by training, not before
  • Cardio kickboxing classes high-energy cardio kickboxing on the bags and pads — a fun, sweaty workout built for fitness and weight loss, at your own pace
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  • Website & schedule madisonmuaythai.com — book classes and see the live schedule
  • Phone +1 608-819-6960

Hours

Monday 5:30 am–9:30 pm
Tuesday 5:30 am–9:30 pm
Wednesday 5:30 am–9:30 pm
Thursday 5:30 am–9:30 pm
Friday 5:30 am–9:30 pm
Saturday 7 am–6 pm
Sunday 9 am–5 pm

Hours shift for holidays and class-schedule changes — worth a quick check before a special trip.

The classes they run

Kickboxing classes on the schedule at Madison Muay Thai, confirmed in members' own reviews and the gym's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

🌱 Beginners 3 mentions

“Students are friendly and welcoming and It's located inside a brand new building (Twisted Fitness) on the east side of Madison.”

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🦵 Muay Thai 15 mentions

“Not only is it a part of a fantastic gym but its also a great spot to learn Muay Thai in a relaxed environment where the coaches really work with youm.”

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Other martial arts here

Kickboxing gyms are usually multi-discipline. Here's what else members mention training under the same roof at Madison Muay Thai — mined from their reviews and the gym's own info.

🦵 Muay Thai 15 mentions

“Not only is it a part of a fantastic gym but its also a great spot to learn Muay Thai in a relaxed environment where the coaches really work with youm.”

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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 muay thai, boxing, or MMA alongside your kickboxing, confirm the current schedule with the gym.

What members say

The things reviewers bring up again and again across 11 Google reviews — in their own words.

🌱 welcoming to beginners 5 mentions

“Students are friendly and welcoming and It's located inside a brand new building (Twisted Fitness) on the east side of Madison.”

🤝 friendly, family gym 7 mentions

“Fantastic instructors and a welcoming environment, whether you have experience with muay thai or none at all (I had none :) ).”

From the reviews

If you are thinking about getting into some striking sports i highly recommend this place. Not only is it a part of a fantastic gym but its also a great spot to learn Muay Thai in a relaxed environment where the coaches really work with youm. Great for all levels with alor of fundamental work.

★★★★★ — Will, Aug 2022

Madison Muay Thai is hands down the best Muay Thai in Madison. The facility has brand new, fantastic equipment. The coaches are knowledgeable and helpful whether it’s your first class or you’re and advanced student. Definitely worth chucking out!

★★★★★ — Jon, Nov 2019

Fantastic instructors and a welcoming environment, whether you have experience with muay thai or none at all (I had none :) ).

★★★★★ — Anna, Dec 2020

Madison Muay Thai is the best place in Madison to train Muay Thai. Great, knowledgeable, friendly, motivating and caring coaches will lead you through a great Muay Thai workout every class! Cool facility too, with a ring and heavy bags.

★★★★★ — Marla, Nov 2019

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New to kickboxing? Start at Madison Muay Thai

Madison 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.

Check beginner classes on their site

Your first kickboxing class at Madison 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.

Kickboxing is a contact sport. Warm up, pace yourself, 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 Madison Muay Thai

711 Rethke Ave Ste 4, Madison, WI53714

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