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Santa Monica Striking
5 ★★★★★ 55 Google reviews · Kickboxing gym in Santa Monica, California
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
- 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
- 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 santamonicastriking.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone (213) 507-6163
Hours
| Monday | 7 AM–10 PM |
| Tuesday | 7 AM–10 PM |
| Wednesday | 7 AM–10 PM |
| Thursday | 7 AM–10 PM |
| Friday | 7 AM–10 PM |
| Saturday | 11 AM–7 PM |
| Sunday | 7 AM–7 PM |
The classes they run
“I’ve also seen them do some incredible classes for kids and can’t wait to have my kid take lessons when he’s a bit older.”
“Lance and Dean are amazing teachers for not only beginners but also intermediate to advanced levels of Muay Thai and many other forms of combat sports.”
“Coaches put in the extra time and dedication for those who want to compete.”
“And if you’re new to Muay Thai — or even just want to sharpen your skills — I would highly recommend personal training with Coach Lance Dixon as confidence boost.”
“I had previously been training at my local youth boxing club in high-school and dropping in and out of muay thai gyms occasionally.”
“And if you’re new to Muay Thai — or even just want to sharpen your skills — I would highly recommend personal training with Coach Lance Dixon as confidence boost.”
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“And if you’re new to Muay Thai — or even just want to sharpen your skills — I would highly recommend personal training with Coach Lance Dixon as confidence boost.”
“I had previously been training at my local youth boxing club in high-school and dropping in and out of muay thai gyms occasionally.”
What members say
“Dean is an excellent instructor with a wealth of experience.”
“Lance and Dean are amazing teachers for not only beginners but also intermediate to advanced levels of Muay Thai and many other forms of combat sports.”
“Coaches put in the extra time and dedication for those who want to compete.”
“Santa monica striking is a great gym for all skill levels, they take the time to teach you individually even if it is your first class ever.”
“And if you’re new to Muay Thai — or even just want to sharpen your skills — I would highly recommend personal training with Coach Lance Dixon as confidence boost.”
“Santa Monica Striking is an incredible facility with a welcoming and supportive community.”
From the reviews
One of the hidden gems in Santa Monica. A modest gym with highly experienced fighters. They take the time to help you learn techniques. They accommodate beginners to advanced fighters. The prices for hour and a half classes are unbeatable in this over-priced city.
Dean and Lance are amazing teachers to both beginners and intermediates. When I started going to Santa Monica Striking I learnt a lot about the fundamentals of Muay Thai. The classes are a great work out and I felt very comfortable training in their environment!
Lance Dixon us a great coach honest and a good guy. Incredibly knowledgeable and well rounded I have both may Thai ,kickboxing,Sanda exp
I started with sms about 3/4 years ago back when classes were at the park during covid time. I had previously been training at my local youth boxing club in high-school and dropping in and out of muay thai gyms occasionally.
New to kickboxing? Start at Santa Monica Striking
Santa Monica Striking 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 Santa Monica Striking
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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