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Vice City Striking & Muay Thai
5 ★★★★★ 117 Google reviews · Kickboxing gym in Miami, Florida
A welcoming gym specializing in Muay Thai and boxing, as well as kickboxing.
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
- 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
- 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 vicecitystriking.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone (754) 300-6978
Hours
| Monday | 6:30–7:30 AM, 6:30–9 PM |
| Tuesday | 6:30–9 PM |
| Wednesday | 6:30–7:30 AM, 6:30–9:30 PM |
| Thursday | 6:30–9 PM |
| Friday | 6:30–8 PM |
| Saturday | 10 AM–1 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“The classes keep you moving, working hard, and constantly learning — perfect if you want to build your skills quickly and get a great workout.”
“The coaches and students are extremely friendly and welcoming, which makes it a great place for beginners and experienced fighters alike.”
“I stayed for sparring afterward, and everyone was respectful and welcoming, which made me feel right at home from the moment I walked in.”
“If you’re looking for a Muay Thai gym that balances a positive, welcoming environment with serious training, this is definitely the place to be.”
“I take the pads and bags classes twice weekly and the boxing class weekly and go for fitness reasons (not a fighter nor plan to be).”
Other martial arts here
“If you’re looking for a Muay Thai gym that balances a positive, welcoming environment with serious training, this is definitely the place to be.”
“I take the pads and bags classes twice weekly and the boxing class weekly and go for fitness reasons (not a fighter nor plan to be).”
“His style works well for someone who wants to learn the art of MMA but also enjoy and do so in a judgement free environment.”
What members say
“Great gym with an amazing, funny and knowledgeable coach that knows how to explain what he's talking about and gives good advice while doing the exercices.”
“I came in out of shape - I remember my first day coach Ryan was genuinely worried something was wrong with me cause of how out of breath and dead I was just from the warm up.”
“The classes keep you moving, working hard, and constantly learning — perfect if you want to build your skills quickly and get a great workout.”
“Fast forward 6 months and I lost 20 lbs and no longer scare any of the coaches into thinking I'm dying after a warm up.”
“Great gym with an amazing, funny and knowledgeable coach that knows how to explain what he's talking about and gives good advice while doing the exercices.”
“I stayed for sparring afterward, and everyone was respectful and welcoming, which made me feel right at home from the moment I walked in.”
From the reviews
I can’t say enough about the exceptional coaching at Vice City Striking. Ryan and Guerdy bring an impressive wealth of the Miami Muay Thai experience to the table. Guerdy’s extensive background with over a decade of Muay Thai fighting, including trips to the renowned Sitmonchai gym in Thailand, is truly remarkable.
Started going here in October 2024 but didn't start really going consistently until Jan 2025. I take the pads and bags classes twice weekly and the boxing class weekly and go for fitness reasons (not a fighter nor plan to be).
If you’re in Miami and looking to train- Vice City Striking is the spot for you. From the moment you walk in, the energy hits different—motivating, welcoming, and 100% authentic. The coaches don’t just teach—they build fighters.
As an active fighter who’s lived in Thailand for 4 years. I can say the quality of training at VCS is great! I had the chance to learn some cool techniques with coach Ryan who’s was also a super friendly host.
New to kickboxing? Start at Vice City Striking & Muay Thai
Vice City Striking & 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 Vice City Striking & 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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