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Short North Muay Thai
4.7 ★★★★★ 42 Google reviews · Kickboxing gym in Columbus, Ohio
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
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- Website & schedule shortnorthmuaythai.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone +1 614-299-6829
Hours
| Monday | 9:30–10:30 am, 4–8 pm |
| Tuesday | 5–8 pm |
| Wednesday | 9:30–10:30 am, 4–8 pm |
| Thursday | 9:30–10:30 am, 5–8 pm |
| Friday | 9:30–10:30 am |
| Saturday | 9 am–12 pm |
| Sunday | 9–11 am |
The classes they run
“As a woman often treated like a fragile dismissed creature outside the gym, it is utterly empowering to fight with people of all sizes, genders, and ages as an equal.”
“It is not a walk in gym, there is a beginner series to complete before you before you can enroll into regular classes.”
“This is more than just a training gym it is a community that encourages people to better themselves through the art of Muay Thai.”
Other martial arts here
“This is more than just a training gym it is a community that encourages people to better themselves through the art of Muay Thai.”
What members say
“If you’re looking to change your life with a world class instructor and team this is for YOU!”
“It is not a walk in gym, there is a beginner series to complete before you before you can enroll into regular classes.”
“Amazing place for anyone interested in a fun workout, learning a new skill/ art form, or getting in the ring to fight.”
“As a woman often treated like a fragile dismissed creature outside the gym, it is utterly empowering to fight with people of all sizes, genders, and ages as an equal.”
“The supportive community and camaraderie among students and coaches create a motivating environment.”
From the reviews
This is more than just a training gym it is a community that encourages people to better themselves through the art of Muay Thai. It is not a walk in gym, there is a beginner series to complete before you before you can enroll into regular classes.
SNMT gave me the support and courage I needed to get back into shape while learning to kick some butt at the same time. As a woman often treated like a fragile dismissed creature outside the gym, it is utterly empowering to fight with people of all sizes, genders, and ages as an equal.
Amazing place for anyone interested in a fun workout, learning a new skill/ art form, or getting in the ring to fight. All levels of students work together to get better than yesterday, regardless of their skill or personal goals. The community here is welcoming and supportive, full of respect and humility.
Amazing place. Everyone is so supportive and helpful. I highly recommend this gym for anyone interested in Muay Thai, getting in shape, or being part of a great community.
New to kickboxing? Start at Short North Muay Thai
Short North 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 Short North 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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