Thornton Martial Arts and Fitness
About
Thornton Martial Arts and Fitness offers comprehensive martial arts training across multiple disciplines including MMA, boxing, Brazilian jiu-jitsu, Muay Thai, wrestling, kickboxing, judo, and karate. The gym features experienced instructors like owners Ed Thornton, a certified Kru under Mark DellaGrotte who heads the Muay Thai program, and Lynda Thornton, a fourth-degree master in Tang Soo Do who leads that program. Additional coaches provide specialized training in youth programs, strength and conditioning, and private sessions, creating a well-rounded martial arts environment.
reviewsWhat Members Say
Members consistently describe Thornton Martial Arts and Fitness as having excellent coaches who are knowledgeable and create a welcoming, motivating environment. Multiple reviewers mention the gym feels like a second home with friendly staff and fellow members who help each other improve. Parents specifically praise the positive impact on their children, with one noting their daughter loves attending so much she cries when she cannot go. The clean facility, varied classes that are never boring, and overall genuine atmosphere receive repeated positive mentions across reviews.
rate_reviewGoogle Reviews (5)
Natasha Harris
3 years ago
Love this place! My daughter started the Muay Thai class this past summer and she loves it. The staff are friendly, coaches are knowledgeable, and the facility is clean and adheres to cleanliness standards that are up to par. I recently joined the Muay Thai fundamentals class and the strength and conditioning. Both classes are great; no class is like the other, so its never boring! (I found out about the facility through Instagram and I'm so glad that I found it!)
John Bartt
3 years ago
Goes above and beyond, Awesome environment surrounded by great motivating individuals. This is the place to be, whether you're looking for professional martial arts training, or just looking to stay in shape!!
Alexander Walls
a month ago
Best place to go and meet other people to just have a good time, feels like a second home with the people that train there always welcoming and trying to make you better everyday
Keandre Hue
6 months ago
Good coaches and good genuine atmosphere 💪🏾
Henry Ocasio
4 months ago
My daughter loves it. She cries when she can’t go. I appreciate everything that you have done. I noticed the change in her. Trinity loves it
scheduleHours
Monday: 4:00 – 9:00 PM
Tuesday: 4:00 – 9:00 PM
Wednesday: 4:00 – 9:00 PM
Thursday: 4:00 – 9:00 PM
Friday: Closed
Saturday: 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Sunday: 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM
groupCoaches & Instructors
Ed Thornton
Owner and Head of Muay Thai Program
Second Degree Black Belt in Tang Soo Do, First Degree Black Belt in Universal Martial Arts-Tang Soo Do, Certified Kru under Kru Mark DellaGrotte
Respected Muay Thai fighter and coach training since 2003 under Kru Pete Sityodtong Pinto. Teaches Muay Thai/MMA. Also a dad, husband, optician, and dog trainer.
Lynda Thornton
Owner and Head of Tang Soo Do Program
Fourth Degree Master Belt in Tang Soo Do, inducted into Action Karate Martial Arts Hall of Fame (2009)
Trained in martial arts for 25 years, including Muay Thai and Jiu-Jitsu. Army veteran and school principal. Teaches traditional Tang Soo Do.
Aaron Buser
Tiny Tigers Coach, Muay Thai Fundamentals Coach, Strength & Conditioning Coach
Started as a student in 2015, began coaching kids programs in 2018. Enjoys making an impact on the community and helping raise leaders.
Hector DelRio
Little Warriors Coach, Adult Muay Thai Coach, Private Training
Started training under a Sityodtong affiliate, joined TMA in 2017. Trained in Thailand in 2018. Transitioned to coach in 2019.
Carlton Burns
Tang Soo Do Coach
Second Dan in Tang Soo Do
Started Tang Soo Do at age 6. Earned First Dan in 2010, Second Dan in 2018. Also studies Kundalini Yoga. Focuses on tradition and innovation.
Risby Drayton
Muay Thai Coach
AKBF 180lbs Champion
Began martial arts at age 7 in Shorin Ryu Karate & Koga Ryu Ninjutsu. Later studied Western Boxing and Muay Thai. Joined Thornton's in 2012.
Jay Womack
Muay Thai Coach
Certified Kru under Kru Ed Thornton and Kru Mark DellaGrotte, Amateur competitor
Lifelong student of psychological awareness and combat sports. Joined TMA in 2016. Also serves as corner man and referee.
Bronwyn Burns
Tang Soo Do Coach
Second Dan in Tang Soo Do
Earned First Dan in 2014, Second Dan in 2016. Lead coach for the Saturday morning TSD class since the gym opened in 2014.