Okinawa Karate Academy
“Very nice, my daughter loves it already!”
Best Kickboxing Classes near Richmond, CA
2 of these gyms are based in Richmond; the others serve Richmond from towns including Hercules (6 mi), Oakland (13 mi) and San Francisco (14 mi).
14 open weekends · 14 rated 4.5+
Data verified October 16, 2026
Chaiyo Muay Thai
“Ive been to many muay thai gyms and so far this one is the most authentic, warm, and welcoming.”
Mixed Martial Arts Bravo Zulu
“It's been a big learning curve but Coach Nick and other members of the gym are really helpful and patient with teaching the techniques.”
Norcal Mudo
“Excellent to work with as a beginner and has the knowledge and patience to train all skill levels.”
Sama Academy of Martial Arts
“They take careful precautions seriously, no one enters without clearance, spray the shoes and equipment bag, parents wait outside....”
Rio Combat Team
“Have been training for 3 years now, best dojo and community I could ask for”
The 15 gyms listed for Richmond, CA teach kickboxing, muay thai or both. What each gym says about timetables, junior classes and sparring comes from its own website, alongside public review scores.
Area overview: Richmond, CA
The 15 gyms on this page are rated from 4.2 to 5.0 across 420 reviews; 2 have 50 or more reviews and 14 are rated 4.5 or higher. The topics that come up most in reviews of the gyms on this page are "skills", "atmosphere" and "knowledge". 12 are open on Saturdays and 4 on Sundays. Domain records put 8 websites of the gyms on this page at ten or more years old; the oldest dates from 2005. 1 lists coupons or special offers. We have a website on file for all 15 of the gyms on this page; 12 publish a contact page; 11 list a public email and 3 take bookings online. We count these figures across the gyms on this page; distances are straight-line, and hours and prices change, so confirm the details with the gym before you enroll.
Which gyms listed for Richmond hold a high review score?
14 of the 15 gyms on this page sit in the upper rating band in public reviews. A score tells you how a place treats its members and keeps its equipment, not whether the coaching suits you, so read the quotes underneath rather than the number.
California Martial Athletics
“As a soccer coach and school teacher myself, I can tell you that the instructors are what top tier coaches/mentors/teachers should be.”
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Woodenman Muay Thai
“The coaches are so patient with everyone + you can tell they love what they're doing and that it's not just about the money.”
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Rise Combat Sports
“Tremendous Muay Thai program, less BJJ heavy but still a great coach there too.”
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Omnimovement
“Great environment for kids and adults.”
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Golden State Athletic Club
“The instruction is fantastic and the atmosphere is not indimidating at all.”
Genx Fitness
“There are a diverse group of kids and adults that make up the members of this studio, and everyone really is really close-knit and so welcoming to new-comers”
Solis Martial Arts
“She had a blast with all the activities and games.”
Yee's Martial Arts Academy
“They have been leaning a lot and the teachers have a great focus on teaching the students”
CMT Athletics
“I've been around many Muay Thai and boxing gyms in the Bay Area and if you're into getting individual attention and a coach that will really challenge you then CMT is the gym for you!”
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