Let me start by mentioning that I am gender non-conforming, have never kicked anything in my life,…read moreand was intensely nervous of being in a combat sport space. All that to say that I didn't feel like the typical person who would start kickboxing. I signed up for a trial class and learned that TBI is the most welcoming community I could have hoped for. Coach Victor walks around the gym greeting and shaking hands with everyone. There is an atmosphere of openness and kindness here. Coach Lee (who teaches the trial classes) was so patient, gentle, and kind. He encouraged me to take things at my own pace. He recognized when to correct and when to let me practice. I used to weight train and had trainers that bombarded you with corrections in the middle of your set. I am so deeply appreciative of Coach Lee's approach. Everything about the community in this gym from the coaches to the students, is inclusive, respectful, and supportive. I thank you, TBI, for this amazing community and space. Needless to say, I signed up for a membership!

I took one class and I tried to sign in, and the coach told me to wait because he didn't know if…read morehis students will get along with me because I was coming from other gym!

Best gym in the area with the best trainers. Real Muay Thai gym! Been coming here 2 years and it's…read moregot me into the best shape of my life!

My rating is based off customer service . I went in with my…read moresibling to check this place out and hopefully sign him up. This was the second spot we were interested in b it unfortunately due to lack of no one greeting us or giving us information about the gym (we stood there for 5 minutes) we decided to just walk out.

Legendary Muay Thai gym. Lots of pro fighters train here. The coaches are awesome too.read more

Great place to train for all levels! Been training there for a while and finally have my son coming…read moretrain with me aswell. Family environment and Coach Spencer does great teaching the kids classes being that he is a martial artist and also a real teacher aswell!

I've been doing Muay Thai for 14 years, give or take…read more Most of that time was spent doing it one-on-one with trainers, which was awesome for personal attention and scheduling, but expensive and hard to stay consistent with. But they were able to be patient with me, to explain things repeatedly--I'm very visual and super literary but much less intuitive when it comes to athletics--and this helped me learn the basics of the art of Muay Thai. And then my last trainer got too busy to keep going. So I tried a bunch of Muay Thai gyms, never really finding anything that matched the return I got from 1-on-1 training. Then one day I spotted NELA Combat Fitness on a Figueroa corner and got intrigued. I tried a class and loved the energy of the space. Highland Park is a wildly creative area, and the experience at NELA Combat Fitness mirrors this: The people are diverse, upbeat, inclusive and very dedicated to the art of Muay Thai. You might find a 50+ year old like me training with someone in their early 20s, and this dynamic is always approached respectfully. Ed, the owner, is a true gem of a human being: warm, funny, and with deep history with and knowledge of Muay Thai, and he teaches with a razor sharp eye and the communication skills to help keep things safe and to level up your game. The gym itself is spotless, well-designed and comfortable. One way that the absolute courtesy with which the gym operates shows up is when we go return Thai pads or kick shields: cleaning wipes are shared and pads are stacked in an orderly way. Every teacher approaches class a little differently, but if you show up, know that you are in for a wonderful workout that is easily tailored to your skill level. The music is always different and always good. You will be inspired to push yourself beyond your limits, outside of your comfort zone. You will grow, you will sweat, and you will learn. And you will emerge a stronger person. And about Muay Thai overall? It's the best. I feel elevated and calm afterwards, able to take on anything life throws my way with compassion. That's the irony - punching, kicking, elbowing and kneeing it out for an hour actually makes you a calmer, kinder person. Your baseline is reset and your cardio and strength gets better and better. I truly feel like I've found a gym that I want to stay a part of. Thank you, Ed, and thank you NELA Combat Fitness community.

If you're looking for a place that combines killer workouts with a welcoming community vibe, look…read moreno further! NELA Combat Fitness is IT! I was so pumped after my first class ever, I signed up straight after. Being a beginner myself, I was happy that everyone here took the time to show me how to do the moves. The kickboxing class was intense in the best way possible - a hard but awesome workout that left me feeling like a total champ. I have a long way to go in my journey, and girl I know it, but I couldn't have found a better place to go to. The owner, Ed, is incredible. You can really tell he cares deeply for the community as he's not just running a top-notch gym, he's building a fitness family. He was motivating and supportive, pushing everyone to give their best without ever losing the fun vibe. Shoutout to Derrick too for teaching me the moves in my first class! I can't wait to make this my new home for kicking and punching my way to a healthier me (and to release some after-work stress too)! See you on the mats!

A great place to go to if you want to learn muay thai. Good price and good coach. A lot of the…read morethings are very practical when it comes to self defense.

Such a fun place to learn muay thai. Very engaging and persevering. Love this place. 10/5.read more

Boxing gym in the heart of Little Tokyo with: -A clean…read morefacility -World-class coaches; Especially Rudy and Junior, who really care about boxing -Plenty of Bags, a boxing ring, and a small gym, this has everything you need. -A great culture. This place is beginner-friendly, a great place to learn boxing, and you aren't "cannon fodder" in sparring.

Great new gym. Nice and clean location…read more The trainer Rudy is super knowledgeable and you can tell he respects and loves the craft. There aren't many places where you can walk in and get training from someone who trains boxing world champions.

The most non-commercial real deal Muay Thai kickboxing facility. In a male dominated sport I am so…read moreimpressed with the awareness of all Instructors with their students within the four walls of class & how they partner students up appropriately by skill level,it's mostly male dominated, but everyone treats you with the upmost respect, including holding you accountable to ensure that you give your All even as a female. I have never felt more comfortable and empowered in my life: I'm used to coach Ariel, who is amazing, and I dare to venture out to and today had Coach ED IN GLENDALE, when I arrived, I thought maybe I was in an advanced class and Coach Simmy held me accountable to believing in myself that I belonged in that class most importantly that I was capable. I don't know if it's the mission statement. I don't know if it's the core or business objectives of MTK, but the blueprint is clear from their NOHO location to Glendale. WINNERS WIN It takes a lot to impress me. I pay money not only to learn the skill, i you pay for the experience. Worth every penny. And you SWEAT LIKE A MUTHA KICKER! lol

I just finished my first class here and it was amazing. Very informative so I felt like I was…read morelearning a lot while also getting an insane workout that kicks your ass. It's not a boring commercial gym at all. Very real and raw. Coach Simmy was awesome and Jennifer at the front desk was so helpful!

Just an all-around amazing place to train whether you're just starting your Muay Thai journey or…read moreyou're looking to build upon it. They have the perfect mix of comfort for those that are new, I've been training here for a year now, and from the moment I walked in, felt at home and knew I was in good hands. The Coaches offer the perfect blend of technique, but also make sure you get a hard workout. You'll never leave there thinking you didn't do enough. Additionally, the community there is amazing. They push you while you're there and make you want to come back and better yourself. It's like a little family. Check out Coach Yannick for Private sessions or come jump in on a class (the 9am class if you like a challenge ;) ) See you there !

Great overall atmosphere. Very Family friendly with highly experienced trainers/Fighters if your…read morelooking to learn, compete or get a good work out in this the place to go. They have many classes through out the week for those like myself who have a crazy work schedule and kids schedule. No egos here great attitudes and work ethic from everyone.