DS Muay Thai Squad DS Muay Thai Squad
(781) 820-0936
Training at DS Muay Thai Squad in Saugus

Saugus, MA · North Shore

3 Muay Thai classes for $29.99

One hour each. All gear provided. No experience needed, and no one expects you to have any.

What happens in class
5.0 ★★★★★
113 reviews on Google

Who is training

Pick your starting point

Same gym, same coaches, different classes. Both start with the same three trial sessions.

For adults

I want to train

  • Get in shape without another treadmill membership
  • Learn self-defense you would actually use
  • Leave the week on the pads instead of carrying it home
  • Every class has first-timers in it

For kids and teens

For my child

  • Discipline and focus that show up outside the gym
  • Confidence to stand their ground, without looking for a fight
  • Energy out, screen time down
  • From age 5, grouped by age

What people say

5.0 stars. 113 reviews.

Every review below is public on our Google profile, under the name of the person who wrote it.

140+active students
4years in Saugus
Awardedby Northshore Magazine

★★★★★

"DS is one of the best choices I’ve made for my pre-teen daughter and myself. DS is her absolute favorite place to be. Although we love the awesome coaching, it’s really the amazing community at DS that has made us fall in love with this place! So if you’re looking for a real challenge that comes with an amazing surrounding of support definitely check out DS Muay Thai!"

Jasna2 weeks ago

★★★★★

"This gym is more than just a place to train, it's a second home. The coaches don't just teach Muay Thai, they teach discipline, respect, and mental toughness that carries over into every part of life. I walked in looking to learn how to fight and walked out with life lessons I'll carry with me forever."

Livingston Chalas1 week ago

★★★★★

"As someone who has trained before, you can see and feel the difference in the culture when you step in. There's a sense of family, no ego, high spirits and desire to grow together. This is Muay Thai."

Andrey Carvalhais Jr2 weeks ago

★★★★★

"Great place to train! My son and I love being part of DS Muay Thai Squad. Excellent coaches, positive environment, and a great place to learn discipline and Muay Thai. Highly recommend!"

Francis Guedes1 month ago

★★★★★

"The best Muay Thai school in the Boston area. For me, the children's classes are the best part; they mix games with traditional Muay Thai, so kids learn the discipline of the sport while having fun! It's definitely worth checking out."

Daisy S3 weeks ago

No surprises

What your first class looks like

Most people who walk in have never thrown a punch. That is normal here, and the class is built for it.

  1. Show up 10 minutes early Enough time to meet the coach and see the room before anything starts.
  2. We hand you the gear Gloves, wraps and pads are provided. You bring a t-shirt, shorts and water.
  3. One hour, with the group Warm-up, technique, pads. The coaches work at your pace.
  4. You book classes 2 and 3 in person Once you have been here once, the rest is easy to arrange at the front desk.
Coach working one on one with an adult beginner

What $29.99 covers

Three classes, not one

The booking fee holds your spot for all three trial sessions.

3

Group sessions
Not a single drop-in class.

1h

Each
A full class, start to finish, with the regular group.

$0

In gear
Gloves, wraps and pads provided. Nothing to buy first.

5+

Years old and up
Kids, teens and adults, in separate classes.

Head Coach David Silva

Who is teaching

Coach David Silva

Head coach and the reason most of those 113 reviews mention a person, not a facility.

  • Former professional Muay Thai athlete
  • Nearly 10 years as a firefighter in Brazil before coaching full time
  • Teaches respect, responsibility, perseverance, leadership and self-control alongside the technique
  • Private lessons available by phone or Instagram

The whole week

When we train

Make sure it fits your week before you book. Your trial class is one of these regular classes, with the usual group.

Monday

  • 9:00–10:00 AMAdult Muay Thai, all levels
  • 6:00–7:00 PMBeginners Adult Muay Thai
  • 7:00–8:00 PMAdvanced Adult Muay Thai

Tuesday

  • 5:00–5:45 PMKids
  • 6:00–6:45 PMTeenagers
  • 7:00 PMStrength & Conditioning, all levels

Wednesday

  • 9:00–10:00 AMAdult Muay Thai, all levels
  • 6:00–7:00 PMBeginners Adult Muay Thai
  • 7:00–8:00 PMAdvanced Adult Muay Thai

Thursday

  • 5:00–5:45 PMKids
  • 6:00–6:45 PMTeenagers
  • 7:00 PMCompetitors only

Friday

  • 9:00–10:00 AMSabai Sabai, light sparring, all levels
  • 6:00–8:30 PMSabai Sabai, light sparring, all levels

Saturday

  • 10:00–10:45 AMKids
  • 11:00–11:45 AMTeenagers

Never trained before? The beginners classes on Monday and Wednesday at 6:00 PM are the way in. Thursday night is for competitors only, and Friday is light sparring.

Before you book

Straight answers

I am completely out of shape. Will I be able to keep up?
Yes. Every class has beginners in it and the coaches work at each student's pace. You set the intensity, and nobody is asked to do more than they can on day one.
Do I need any equipment?
No. The gym provides everything for your trial classes. Bring a t-shirt, shorts and water.
What age can my son or daughter start?
Children can start as early as 5 years old. Kids, teens and adults train in separate classes.
What does it cost after the trial classes?
Silver, 3 classes per week, for kids and adults: $209/month on a 6-month plan, $179/month on a 12-month plan.
Gold, unlimited classes, adults: $249/month on a 6-month plan, $199/month on a 12-month plan.
There is no obligation to continue after the trial.
Do I have to pay when I book?
Yes. The $29.99 booking fee confirms your spot and covers all three trial classes. You can pay by credit card, debit card or PayPal at checkout.
What if I can't make it on the day I booked?
You can reschedule up to 1 hour before class. Get in touch and we will set you up on another day: by phone at (781) 820-0936, on Instagram at @ds_muaythai_squad or by email at muaythaiteamds@gmail.com.
Do you have evening classes? I work all day.
Yes. Adults train in the evening on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday: Muay Thai at 6:00 PM and 7:00 PM on Monday and Wednesday, Strength & Conditioning on Tuesday at 7:00 PM, and light sparring from 6:00 PM to 8:30 PM on Friday. Kids and teens train Tuesday and Thursday in the late afternoon, and Saturday morning. See the weekly schedule.
Are classes co-ed?
Yes. Every class, for adults, teens and kids, is co-ed. The coaches adjust the pace to each student, whatever their level.
How do I schedule a private lesson with Head Coach David Silva?
Send a message to the gym's phone number, (781) 820-0936, or through Instagram at @ds_muaythai_squad.

Last step

Pick your first class

Choose a day and time. You pay the $29.99 booking fee at checkout, which confirms your spot and covers all three sessions. Classes 2 and 3 are booked in person once you are here.

3 classes 1 hour each Gear provided $29.99 total 184 Broadway Ste 11, Saugus
  • You pick a time from the coach's live calendar
  • You pay $29.99 by card or PayPal, which confirms the spot
  • You get a confirmation email with the address and the time
  • Classes 2 and 3 are booked at the front desk once you're here

Takes about a minute. Nothing is charged until you confirm, and if you can't make it, just let the gym know up to 1 hour before class and we will reschedule.