Viking Muay Thai
Tim Johnson · 10 Google reviewsViking Muay Thai — Andersonville thai that sets the standard. Ask for a recommendation, the staff will deliver. Matthew Lescohier: "The classes were challenging and fun"
What 46 diners keep saying
What 46 diners keep saying
verbatim, from Google
“Get your cardio in while learning self-defense from the best, there’s really no downside.”
“I’ve been going to VKMT for about 6 months now for boxing, working with coach Jason and coach Kale primarily. The coaching staff has been really welcoming and warm since I first came in. Each one pushes you and supports you in their own way, and I really appreciate their ability to meet you where you’re at. Their experience as competitors and teachers reflects 1:1 in their classes and private instruction. Their feedback is constructive and specific, but they also aren’t going to let you beat yourself up on days you get frustrated with yourself. I didn’t expect myself to become so completely immersed in boxing, but the culture here made it easy and natural for that to happen. My goal is to be on the fight team and compete for the gym. While that’s still going to be a while off, I love being at the gym, I love the community that’s been built there, and I love how we all push each other and lift each other up. If you’ve ever wanted to get into Muay Thai or boxing and felt intimidated by the usual macho gym culture, this is the place to go.”
“Viking Muay Thai is an incredible place to train. From the moment you walk in, you can feel the positive energy, focus, and strong sense of community. The coaches are outstanding—knowledgeable, patient, and genuinely invested in helping every student improve. Whether you’re brand new or have experience, they meet you where you are and challenge you to grow. Every class is structured, engaging, and leaves you feeling stronger both physically and mentally. What really sets this gym apart is the culture. It’s supportive, respectful, and motivating. Everyone pushes themselves, but there’s also a real sense of camaraderie that makes it a great environment to learn and train. If you’re looking for a place to build skill, discipline, confidence, and resilience, I highly recommend Viking Muay Thai! 💪🥊”
“Kale (owner) is one of my favorite humans. I have trained with him for several years having started with boxing and expanding that to include some muay thai and other martial arts It can be intimidating to go to these gyms that are strictly geared towards training in any combat (as opposed to doing a group boxing class) but Kale just brings you in and finds a way to get you to connect with and love the art of fighting and training He himself has experience at all levels of muay thai fighting yet, irrespective of where you are and where you want to go, he is so attuned to his clients and their needs that he can adapt and provide a training path that is impactful yet not overwhelming. Whether you want to become a pro fighter or, like me, you’re a professional looking for a good workout (and some key nuggets for fighting)...Kale will prove exceptional in fulfilling your goals”
“Reached out with a ton of questions because I like to be prepared and I’m traveling from Indiana, Kale was fantastic with getting those answered and not making me feel like a bother. Excited to try this place out and see where it goes. Based off the communication alone id recommend them!”
“I had a great trial week at Viking Muay Thai. Only ever had text communication with the owner but he was very helpful and available. Worked with 3 different coaches and they were all fantastic. The members were also welcoming and helpful. They have community events like watch parties which help to stay active in the world of Muay Thai”
“Kale can teach beginners through advanced. He is knowledgeable and welcoming. You won't regret it!”
“Kale is the best. I highly recommend him whether you are a complete novice or an experienced fighter. Try it out and you won’t regret it!”
“I found a flyer for this gym at a coffee shop and randomly signed up for a drop in class. I received a personal follow up after the class, and then an offer for a gratis 1:1 session. This is unheard of in larger gyms! It was incredible! The personal touch of the text along with a truly generous offer for what was a 10/10 training session with Kale has me completely dedicated to returning. Kale is an incredible teacher and has a great energy, cannot recommend highly enough.”
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