Start
Muay Thai,
Properly
A structured 2-week course for complete beginners — no experience, no intimidating room, no guesswork.
Four coached sessions
over two weeks
A beginners-only group — no advanced students, no comparison. Mon & Thu, 7–8pm, with the same coaches and same people from day one.
Miss one? Make-up classes run in our Saturday 11am beginner class.
Every beginner feels this way
You're not the first to feel it. Here's the honest answer to each.
"I'm not fit enough."
Fitness is the result of training, not a requirement to start. Everyone begins unfit — that's the point.
"I'm not flexible."
You don't need to be flexible. It improves with training — we start with your body as it is now.
"I'll hold everyone back."
You train with other beginners only — no advanced students, no comparison.
"I'll look stupid."
Everyone here started where you are. No one's watching — they're focused on their own training.
"It'll feel intimidating."
Structured, coached and ego-free. You're welcomed by name and told exactly what to do from minute one.
What you'll learn in two weeks
1. Stance & movement
Balance, footwork and how to carry yourself — the base everything else builds on.
2. The eight weapons
Punches, kicks, knees and elbows — taught in the right order, properly explained.
3. How to train safely
Gym culture, etiquette and the habits that keep you progressing without injury.
4. Foundations to keep going
Everything you need to move straight into regular classes after the course.
What a class actually looks like
Real beginners, real training — Mondays & Thursdays 7–8pm in Thornbury.
Is this course for you?
You'll fit right in here.
- › You want to learn a real skill — not just burn calories
- › You want structure and clear coaching from day one
- › You're ready to commit and actually stick with it
- › You want to build confidence and a routine that lasts
- › You've been sitting on this for weeks and you're finally ready
No hard feelings — it's just not the right fit if:
- × You're looking for a one-off class to try something
- × You're not interested in learning proper technique
- × You're not ready to turn up consistently
This is just the beginning
After the course you continue straight into our regular beginner classes — same coaches, same room, same people.
Most who start here are still training years later.
2-Week beginner course
Your foundation — four coached sessions in a beginners-only group.
Regular beginner classes
Keep training with the same crew on a no-contract membership.
Keep improving
Progress on a real levels pathway — see the classes.
A better version of you
Stronger, more confident, and part of the club — for the long term.
Meet Coach Phill
Phill is head coach at ACSA Muay Thai in Thornbury. He'll make sure you're welcomed by name and know exactly what to do from session one — patient with the basics, and on your side.
- Head Coach — ACSA Muay Thai, Thornbury
- Coaches the beginner course personally
You just have to start.
From our members
“I started with a 2 week beginner course and was immediately hooked — it is a very welcoming environment with lots of great people from all different skill levels and backgrounds. Would highly recommend this gym for beginners.”
Joel C. · Google review
“They have created an atmosphere and gym culture that is genuinely inclusive and welcoming. I have never felt uncomfortable being here and can recommend doing the beginner’s course before going into the group timetable.”
Olivia K. · Google review
Secure your spot
Complete beginners only. Small groups. Gloves included.
- 4 coached sessions — Mondays & Thursdays 7–8pm
- Complete beginners only — no advanced students
- Boxing gloves included
- Make-up class available (Saturday 11am)
- 325A Darebin Rd, Thornbury
Frequently asked questions
None at all. This course is built specifically for people who have never trained Muay Thai before — in Melbourne or anywhere.
No. Your fitness improves through training. You start, and your body catches up quickly.
No. You train alongside other beginners in a separate, structured group at our Thornbury gym.
Try to make all four sessions, but life gets busy. If you miss one, make-up sessions run in our regular Saturday 11am beginner class.
You move directly into our regular beginner classes in Thornbury. The course is the starting point — most members continue long-term.
Just comfortable training clothes and water. Boxing gloves are included in the course fee.
Yes. Consistent training builds real confidence, discipline and mental resilience — many members say it changed how they carry themselves outside the gym too.
Not ready to book yet?
That's completely fine. Leave your details below and we'll reach out to answer any questions you have and help you take the next step.
No pressure. No spam. Just a conversation.
You don't need to be ready. You just need to start.
The next beginner course starts Monday 26 October in Thornbury.
Small beginner groups, gloves included.
Gloves included
enquiries@acsamelbourne.com.au
1800 736 888