Questions?
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Yes. Most of our members walked in with zero experience. Adult Fundamentals and Bags & Pads require no experience, and every class is coached, so you're never left guessing.

The best first step is Muay Thai Onboarding: a small-group intro that teaches you the basics before you jump into regular classes.

• New to Muay Thai: Book Muay Thai Onboarding. It's $40, semi-private, and the full fee is credited toward your first month if you join.
• Free trial class: Reserve a spot online through our schedule with your desired class.
• Already have experience? Email info@chicagothaiboxingacademy.com and we'll set up a trial visit in the right level.

We use Wodify for all reservations. Pick a class on our schedule, create your account, and reserve your spot. Members use the same Wodify account to book classes, track progress, and get academy updates.

Classes fill up, so reserve ahead instead of walking in.

Arrive 10–15 minutes early. The front desk will check you in, give you a quick tour (locker room, restroom, training floor), and introduce you to your coach. If you need gear, we'll get you set up and show you how to use it.

After class, we'll check in, answer your questions, and walk you through membership options if you want to keep going. No pressure.

No. Training is how you get in shape. Cardio and full-body conditioning are built into every class, and coaches scale the work to where you are today.

If you want to get fit, build confidence, learn real self-defense, or blow off stress, yes. Our classes are co-ed and welcome every level, from first-timers to pro fighters. Nobody here started as an expert.

Athletic shorts and a t-shirt or rash guard. Skip sweatpants, leggings, and loose or baggy clothing; they get in the way of kicks and clinch work. We train barefoot on the mats.

Once you join: Muay Thai shorts and an Academy shirt are required for class.

• Boxing gloves and hand wraps for every class.
• Shin guards and a mouthguard once you start partner work and sparring.
• Bring: A water bottle and a towel.

Loaner gloves are for trials only. After that, you can rent equipment (gloves + shin guards) for $30, or pick up your own gear at our shop.

Yes. Our in-house shop carries authentic Muay Thai equipment: gloves, wraps, shin guards, and more. Ask the front desk and we'll help you pick the right size.

• Adult Fundamentals: No experience required. Punches, kicks, clinch, and footwork with coached drilling.
• Bags & Pads: No experience required. High-intensity pad and bag work.
• Adult Intermediate: 3–6 months suggested. More contact, sparring, and clinch.
• Adult Advanced: 6–12 months suggested. Higher conditioning and technique standards.
• Friday Night Sparring: Hard sparring day. Not recommended for beginners. Proper equipment required.
• Youth & Teens: Ages 10–17.

See days and times on the schedule.

Plan on 3–6 months of consistent Fundamentals training. Your coaches watch your progress and will tell you when you're ready. Moving up is about skill and control, not just time served.

No. Sparring is never required. In Fundamentals, we introduce sparring technique and proper sparring etiquette, so when you're ready, you know how to spar safely and with control. Intermediate and Advanced classes build in more sparring. Friday Night Sparring is hard sparring, not recommended for beginners, and requires proper equipment.

Safety comes first. Beginner classes use pad work, bag work, and light partner drills, all monitored by coaches. Contact increases gradually as you move up levels, and only when you're ready for it.

Yes. CTBA has a competition team for advanced students, coached by ring-tested instructors. Talk to your coaches about your goals and they'll map out the path.

Our youth program starts at age 10.

• Youth: 10–12
• Teens: 13–17

Each group trains separately, so students learn alongside peers their own age and size.

Discipline, confidence, respect, and real self-defense skills, taught in a structured, safe environment. Students also learn the culture and traditions behind Muay Thai. It's a great outlet for energy and a strong foundation against bullying.

Yes, for the first visit. Anyone 17 or under must be accompanied by a parent or guardian for their trial so we can meet you, answer questions, and complete the waiver.

Memberships range from $150–$220 per month, depending on the options you select. We offer both monthly and bi-weekly payment options.

Not sure which fits? Take Muay Thai Onboarding or a trial class and the front desk will walk you through it, or call (773) 295-4851 / email info@chicagothaiboxingacademy.com.

• Trial class: Your $20 deposit is applied to your first month if you join.
• Onboarding: The $40 fee is non-refundable, but it's credited toward your first month if you join.

Your Wodify account handles class reservations and your training history. For billing questions or membership changes, stop by the front desk or email info@chicagothaiboxingacademy.com.

5645 W. Irving Park Rd., Chicago, IL 60634 in Portage Park.

• Mon–Fri: 10:00am–8:30pm
• Sat: 10:00am–1:30pm

Classes run mornings, afternoons, and evenings. Check the schedule for exact times.

We're family-operated and have been part of Portage Park since 2015. Our coaches are ring-tested and teach real technique: traditional Muay Thai blended with modern Western techniques, for sport or self-defense. And we're not just a gym, we're a self-driven community where everyone pushes each other forward.

One Academy. One Community.