What to Expect in Your First Beginner’s Muay Thai Class at Vice City Striking

Walk in curious, leave empowered.

Thinking about trying Muay Thai but feeling a little nervous? We get it. That first step into a gym can be the hardest—but at Vice City Striking, our Beginner’s Muay Thai Class is designed to make you feel welcome, comfortable, and confident from day one.

Here’s a full breakdown of what to expect when you join your first beginner-friendly class.


🥊 A Step-by-Step Breakdown of Our Beginner’s Class

1. Warm-Up (10–15 minutes)
Every class starts with a group warm-up to get your body moving. You’ll do some jump rope, shadowboxing, light stretching, and basic mobility drills. Nothing too intense—just enough to get your blood flowing.

2. Technique Breakdown (20–25 minutes)
We go over fundamental Muay Thai movements like stance, guard, footwork, punches, kicks, knees, and elbows. Coaches break everything down clearly and slowly. You’ll learn why each move matters and how to do it correctly.

3. Pad Work & Partner Drills (20–25 minutes)
Next, you’ll team up with a partner and work on light, controlled drills using pads. You’ll never be thrown into sparring or anything high-pressure. The focus is on building comfort and coordination with the basics.

4. Conditioning & Cool Down (10 minutes)
We wrap up the class with core work and bodyweight exercises to build endurance and strength—plus stretching to keep your body feeling good post-workout.


🥋 What to Wear, Bring & How to Prepare

Wear:

  • Comfortable workout clothes (shorts, leggings, T-shirt, or tank)
  • No shoes—classes are done barefoot on mats

Bring:

  • Water bottle
  • Hand wraps (available for purchase if needed)
  • Gloves (we provide loaner gloves for first-timers)

Prep:

  • Arrive 10–15 minutes early for a tour, hand wrap help, and coach introductions
  • Eat a light snack or meal 1–2 hours before class
  • Be ready to learn and have fun—we’ll take care of the rest

🤝 How Our Coaches Support Beginners

Our coaches are more than fighters—they’re teachers. They’re passionate about Muay Thai and committed to helping every student, especially beginners, succeed.

Expect clear instructions, patient guidance, and personalized feedback. You’ll never be left behind or expected to “just keep up.” We work with your pace and progress.


👊 Try Your First Beginner’s Class—Free or Discounted

The hardest part is just showing up—and we’ll make it easy.

We offer a free or discounted first Beginner’s Muay Thai Class to all new students. No commitment. No pressure. Just a chance to see what it’s all about.

👉 Click here to claim your first class


At Vice City Striking, we believe Muay Thai is for everyone. Whether you’re here to build confidence, get fit, or try something new—you belong here. Let’s get started.

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