Muay Thai

ONE Academy—Athens

Muay Thai

One Academy HQ offers both Adult and Youth (9-13) Muay Thai classes. Muay Thai is known as the "art of eight limbs" as it is characterized by the combined use of fists, elbows, knees, and shins. Sometimes referred to as "Thai boxing", Muay Thai is a combat sport that uses stand-up striking along with various clinching techniques.

One Academy is THE source of safe and authentic Muay Thai instruction in Southeast Ohio. We operate classes a little different than most MMA schools because we teach in a step by step process that will keep you safe in a striking situation both on and off the mats.

Owner and Instructor, Carlos Mendez, began his martial arts journey as a young child and was introduced to Muay Thai shortly after starting Jiu-Jitsu in 2006. He rediscovered his passion for striking in 2013 after spending some time with the legendary Sam Jones. Boxing was fun but something was missing, so he invested himself back into Muay Thai.

Coach Carlos has had the privilege of training with Muay Thai legends and active professional fighters such as Saenchai, Superlek, Superbon, Petchtanong, Nong-O, Kaensak and Buakieow. He is always learning and shares everything he knows with his students.

At One Academy, we are all growing together. We constantly search for more knowledge and aim to bring in top strikers. Keep an eye out for seminar dates in the future.