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AUTHENTIC MUAY THAI TRAINING IN HIGHLAND PARK, LOS ANGELES

TRANSFORMATION THROUGH MUAY THAI. BUILT ON PHYSICAL EMPOWERMENT.

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WELCOME TO NELA COMBAT FITNESS. AUTHENTIC MUAY THAI IN THE HEART OF LOS ANGELES.

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At NELA Combat Fitness, passion, experience, and dedication come together to transform lives through authentic Muay Thai training in Northeast Los Angeles. Our gym is led by Ed Bilbasoo, a seasoned martial artist with over 26 years of experience in Muay Thai and combat sports, offering professional-level instruction in a welcoming, community-driven environment.

Ed has trained and fought in **Thailand, the birthplace of Muay Thai **bringing traditional techniques, modern conditioning, and real fight knowledge to every class. His coaching experience includes training six UFC champions, multiple Muay Thai champions, and countless students from all walks of life seeking fitness, confidence, self-defense, or competition-level skills.

At NELA Combat Fitness, we offer Muay Thai classes for all levels, including beginners, experienced practitioners, and competitive athletes. Our programs focus on proper technique, conditioning, discipline, and long-term development in a no-ego Muay Thai gym that values respect and personal growth.

Our mission goes beyond physical training. We are committed to building mental strength, physical empowerment, and confidence through Muay Thai—helping our members grow stronger inside and outside the gym.

If you’re looking for Muay Thai training in Los Angeles, Kickboxing in Highland Park, or a community-focused martial arts gym, we invite you to join us and begin your journey of transformation.

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SCHEDULE

Monday

ALL LEVELS
MUAY THAI
8:30 - 9:30AM

ALL LEVELS
MUAY THAI
6:00 - 7:00PM

BEGINNERS
MUAY THAI
7:00 - 8:00PM

Wednesday

ALL LEVELS
MUAY THAI
8:30 - 9:30AM


ALL LEVELS
MUAY THAI
6:00 - 7:00PM

BEGINNERS
MUAY THAI
7:00 - 8:00PM

Tuesday

ALL LEVELS
MUAY THAI
12:00 - 1:00PM

ALL LEVELS
MUAY THAI

6:00 - 7:00PM

Friday

ALL LEVELS
MUAY THAI
8:30 - 9:30AM


BEGINNERS MUAY THAI
6:00 - 7:00PM

Thursday

ALL LEVELS
MUAY THAI
12:00 - 1:00PM

ALL LEVELS MUAY THAI
6:00 - 7:00PM

Saturday

ALL LEVELS
MUAY THAI
10:00 - 11:00AM

SPARRING
11:00 - 12:00PM

Sunday

CLOSED

TO ATTEND YOUR FIRST TRIAL CLASS PLEASE ARRIVE 10 MINUTES EARLY FOR PAPERWORK, NO EQUIPMENT NEEDED.

PRICING

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Trial class/Drop-in for new member:
FREE 1st Class

Drop-in for the day:
$40

2 x Week Part-Time Training:

$170 /Month


3 x Week Part-Time Training:

$200 / Month

Unlimited Training:
$250/Month

Private Training:
Available with each of our coaches, pricing varies

All accounts are on an autopay monthly recurring billing. Venmo will only be accepted for drop ins and merchandise purchases.

• Price subject to change without warning, all sales are final on memberships.
• No contract
• No membership holds allowed
• If you need to cancel your membership please reach out via email at ed@nelacombatfitness.com or ask in person

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“NELA TRULY CHANGED MY LIFE, THE CLASS IS FUN AND I’VE LEARNED SO MUCH. I’M A DIFFERENT PERSON SINCE I STARTED COMING AND I CONTINUE TO GET BETTER EVERYDAY.”

— JOHN KEEK, MEMBER SINCE JANUARY 2023

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