ซ้อม · Sparring at CTBA
Earn your
rounds.
Friday Night Sparring at Chicago Thai Boxing Academy: controlled, technical, and challenging. Built for experienced members who are ready to test their skills.
The session
Friday Night Sparring
Our hard sparring session for experienced members. Controlled, technical, and challenging, with a diverse mix of partners and styles.
Friday night
Hard sparring
Real rounds with real intensity. Expect a high level of contact, so this is not a session for beginners.
Diverse partners
Lots of experience
Train with a wide range of sizes, styles, and skill levels from across the Academy.
Respect first
Coaches in control
Coaches watch every round. Sparring here is about getting better, not trying to hurt anyone.
Before you spar
Requirements
Sparring is earned. Here's what we look for before inviting you into Friday Night Sparring.
Solid fundamentals
Comfortable with Muay Thai technique, defense, and conditioning.
Proper equipment
Gloves, shin guards, mouthguard, and groin protection are mandatory every session.
Academy uniform
Muay Thai shorts and an Academy shirt.
Coach approval
Your coach decides when you're ready and invites you in.
How to get here
Earn your spot
Sparring at CTBA is built up gradually so everyone stays safe and keeps improving.
Learn
Start in Adult Fundamentals and build your technique.
Develop
Move into Intermediate to add contact and live partner work.
Spar
Get the coach's invite to join Friday Night Sparring.
Respect first
Train hard. Look out for each other.
Our sparring culture is built on trust, control, and respect for your partner.
Good to know
Common questions
Can a beginner join Friday sparring?
No. Friday Night Sparring is hard sparring and is for advanced or invited members only. Beginners should start in Adult Fundamentals.
What gear do I need?
Proper sparring equipment is required. Gloves and shin guards can be rented for $30 if you don't own them yet. Talk to a coach about specific gear.
How do I get invited?
Train consistently, show solid fundamentals, and talk to your coach. They'll let you know when you're ready.
Ready to earn it?
Start your path to sparring.
Book a trial class and tell the coach your goals. We'll build your plan from day one.
Call
Visit
5645 W. Irving Park Rd., Chicago, IL 60634
Mon–Fri 10am–8:30pm · Sat 10am–1:30pm
Mon–Fri 10am–8:30pm · Sat 10am–1:30pm
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