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Mercado Muay Thai & Fitness

4.9 ★★★★★ 63 Google reviews · Kickboxing gym in Laguna Niguel, California

Kickboxing gym Beginners welcome Kids & teens Cardio kickboxing Private lessons

Plan your first class

  • 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
  • Kids & teen classes kids and teen kickboxing classes — built around confidence, focus, and fun
  • Private lessons one-on-one coaching available — a focused way to start or to work around a busy schedule; ask about availability and rates
  • Sparring sparring and partner work for members who want it — always optional, eased in gradually, with the coach controlling the contact
  • Today see hours ·
  • Website & schedule mmtfitness.com — book classes and see the live schedule
  • Phone (949) 347-8624

Hours

Monday 5 AM–8 PM
Tuesday 5 AM–8 PM
Wednesday 5 AM–8 PM
Thursday 5 AM–8 PM
Friday 5 AM–8 PM
Saturday 7 AM–12 PM
Sunday 7 AM–12 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 Mercado Muay Thai & Fitness, confirmed in members' own reviews and the gym's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

🔥 Cardio Kickboxing 4 mentions

“The Muay Thai bags, heavy bag, and expansive mat space make it a dream for someone like me who enjoys Muay Thai Techniques, Kickboxing, and traditional Boxing.”

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🧒 Kids Kickboxing 2 mentions

“I joined up about a month ago when I realized I was getting winded running after my kids and walking up stairs.”

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🌱 Beginners 2 mentions

“Not intimidating, especially for beginners.”

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🤜 Sparring 2 mentions

“You can also sign up for personal training with Frankie for sparring, or E for boxing, or other trainers, who are incredibly talented and experienced.”

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🦵 Muay Thai 12 mentions

“The Muay Thai bags, heavy bag, and expansive mat space make it a dream for someone like me who enjoys Muay Thai Techniques, Kickboxing, and traditional Boxing.”

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🥊 Boxing 3 mentions

“The Muay Thai bags, heavy bag, and expansive mat space make it a dream for someone like me who enjoys Muay Thai Techniques, Kickboxing, and traditional Boxing.”

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👤 Private Lessons 3 mentions

“You can also sign up for personal training with Frankie for sparring, or E for boxing, or other trainers, who are incredibly talented and experienced.”

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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 Mercado Muay Thai & Fitness — mined from their reviews and the gym's own info.

🦵 Muay Thai 12 mentions

“The Muay Thai bags, heavy bag, and expansive mat space make it a dream for someone like me who enjoys Muay Thai Techniques, Kickboxing, and traditional Boxing.”

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🥊 Boxing 3 mentions

“The Muay Thai bags, heavy bag, and expansive mat space make it a dream for someone like me who enjoys Muay Thai Techniques, Kickboxing, and traditional Boxing.”

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🥋 Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu

“Coach Allan is the best shenanigans but definitely a jiu jitsu genius and a WIZARD.”

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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 63 Google reviews — in their own words.

🧑‍🏫 expert, motivating coaching 6 mentions

“At the time it was great workouts, really loved how they had early classes (5 am) and Coach Masha was Amazing!”

🌱 welcoming to beginners 8 mentions

“It's not just a gym; it's a diverse and welcoming community filled with positive vibes, where I feel at home regardless of my background.”

🎉 fun, high-energy classes 2 mentions

“At the time it was great workouts, really loved how they had early classes (5 am) and Coach Masha was Amazing!”

💦 killer cardio workout 3 mentions

“At the time it was great workouts, really loved how they had early classes (5 am) and Coach Masha was Amazing!”

🧼 clean, well-equipped gym 3 mentions

“Great gym to learn how to fight at all ages, I see kids from 3 years old to men and woman in there 70’s.”

💗 welcoming to women 8 mentions

“- The atmosphere makes you feel **safe and comfortable** from the moment you step through the door.”

From the reviews

I used to hateee the gym and gym culture until I came to mmt. I’ve been training Muay Thai for about 10 years here under Coach/owner Frankie who is not only an incredible fighter, but also an incredible person. The love I’ve seen him show to every member truly makes this place feel like family.

★★★★★ — Shaddia, Dec 2025

Discover Your Ultimate Fitness Sanctuary at Frankie's MMT Fitness Gym – My Personal Haven! As a proud member of Frankie's MMT Fitness, let me take you on a tour of what makes this gym my go-to workout destination. Picture this: a well-equipped space filled with a diverse collection of Kettlebells (up to 2.

★★★★★ — Micah, Feb 2024

MMT is the best gym ever….its more than a gym, it’s a community, a place where you can feel comfortable regardless of your age or fitness level. It’s a place where people encourage you to do better and be the best version of yourself.

★★★★★ — Hanna, Dec 2025

MMT is my home away from home. I’ve met the most incredible people who now seem like family & have had nothing but great experiences. Frankie the owner/Coach has been like a father & brother to me & always gives his shirt off his back to help others.

★★★★★ — Beyond, Dec 2025

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New to kickboxing? Start at Mercado Muay Thai & Fitness

Mercado Muay Thai & Fitness 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 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.

See their beginner class info

Your first kickboxing class at Mercado Muay Thai & Fitness

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 Mercado Muay Thai & Fitness

28162 Camino Capistrano Unit 109-B, Laguna Niguel, CA92677

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