CMT Athletics

I think I’ve been coming to CMT now for 4 maybe 5 years. The first three were pretty consistent, training at least 4 times a week with either RA or Alex. I was addicted and my schedule allowed me to indulge. I dug the atmosphere right off the bat. It’s not a McGym, it’s a place to get in shape, learn Muay Thai and get lean. There are well structured classes for adults and children alike. The gym has clean, we’ll maintained and up to date equipment. Most importantly the instructors are top notch. RA is legit, he’ll get in there, mix it up with you and keep you motivated. He’s your trainers trainer. It’s important I stay well conditioned for work, and CMT keeps me on my toes. If my schedule allowed me I’d be there twice a day 5 days a week. But that ain’t the case.

Ra and Alex are amazing instructors. CMT got me into the best shape I’ve been in for years with challenging training for Muay Thai, Boxing, and BJJ. Moreover, Ra and Alex know how to make training fun, as well as rigorous. The atmosphere at CMT is friendly for kids and adults.
My work schedule has made it impossible to train for the past several months, and I definitely miss my evenings at CMT.
If you’re considering getting started in MMA training, or just looking for a great environment to get in better shape, I highly recommend dropping by CMT.

Ra and Alex are not only wonderful trainers and athletes, but very nice guys. They work their asses off to run their business! The gym is always spic and span, classes are held throughout the day and always start on time and are challenging. They fill the gym with good vibes and the ethic to work hard and never give up. So glad I found this Oaktown gem!

Ra and Alex are AWESOME! They are wonderful instructors whom I had the opportunity to train with at one point in time. The workouts were intense but invigorating.
Unfortunately my move across the Bay along with a different work schedule made it difficult to continue there. I really miss them!

First off, let me just say that this gym is not the same without Alex. CMT has lost a great instructor. He was friendly, attentive, and welcoming. But now… I’m told by Ra that I can’t use the «complimentary towels» after I take a shower & I see students get yelled at by Ra for not closing the door or wiping their feet. I am not a soldier to be yelled at and demanded of. I went there to have fun, not feel like I’m stepping on eggshells. Sadly to say, CMT has lost my business predominantly due to Ra’s foul attitude and controlling behavior. I wish I were exaggerating.

I truly love working out over here! This place is like a second home (really, I see the people here more then I see my own family). The trainers, Ra and Alex, are the owners of the gym and they are awesome guys. They push me and motivate me to do things I’d never imagine I’d be able to do, so never say I CAN’T because you can!
The workout is hard and always challenging. I’ll start the class and 10 minutes in, I’ve changed my mind and ask myself «why did I come?» Then when my workout is done, I feel wonderful and remember why I come all the time. It is a grueling workout, but I wouldn’t want to pay for an easy workout that doesn’t have me grasping for air. I’ve been coming here for a few years now, and the workout is still a challenge.
The gym offers muay thai, boxing, kettle bell and functional fitness (circuits) training. They offer morning, noon and evening classes, since they offer classes throughout the day, you don’t have an excuse to not workout. Both trainers, Alex and Ra have a different style of training so each class they offer is a little different. They always make us feel as if we’re at home.
I’d definitely recommend this if you’re tired of your same old workout routine and that crappy gym that everyone goes to. Where you have to stand in line for a cardio machine (or class) or wait for the weights you want to use become available.

My family and I have been going to CMT for about 3 years now and I can say that we’re all happy we’ve found this gym. This is literally our 2^nd home. Ra and Alex are great guys who love what they do and welcome you into the gym. Whatever your workout goals are, they’ll get you there. There are all kinds of members who come from guys and girls who fight competitively to people who come in for the fitness aspect. I can say that my membership to CMT is cheaper than therapy and there is nothing to relieve stress and getting the endorphins going like putting on my gloves and hitting and kicking pads. My kids love coming to class and even hanging out while I break a sweat as well. They’ve made friends of the other kids who take the class and all of the members are like family. The first class is always free and if you’re looking for a small, local business to support and break a sweat in, come by and check it out.

I trained here for 2 months and my experience is that trainer whose name is ra is greedy & pathetic. He took money from me in cash, didn’t give me receipt and asked for additional $ 125, 15 days before it was due. I was extremely polite when i was discussing this when RA told me that he used to beat people up for money :) so you should understand what you are getting in to. I asked for receipt & he refused me in the presence of 6 other people.
If you don’t have option to go anywhere else then have these guys do everything in writing, don’t trust any thing they say especially RA is a pathetic, greedy liar.

If you want muay thai then this is the place for you. Friendly enviroment and training is always a beast.

As soon as I brought my teenage daughter to this Muay Thai gym nearly two years ago, I knew we went to the right place.
Over the course of time in being there, my daughter lost 40 lbs and gained an unbreakable confidence.
The instructors Ra and Alex have been amazing trainers, teachers, coaches, and role models to my young daughter (the instructors Eric and Francisco are awesome too). She really looks up to them as well as to many of the other fighters who train there.
Typically the trainings will consist of jumping rope, heavy bag work, pad work, shadow boxing, sometimes weights. They’re A LOT of fun. If you have the discipline to go every day they will train you to get in shape. And since there is a very supportive and familial atmosphere there, you will want to be there every day. They have convenient hours in their class schedule. Each instructor has a different personality and teaching style — making it fun to mix it up.
I can’t say enough about how incredible this place is and how much they have done for us. If my family and I didn’t have to move out of town we would still be at this gym.
WE LOVE YOU GUYS!!!

Where I first learned Muay Thai and for that 4 stars. Seems like Cheetah, Alex, and Rakarma are stil instructing here. They may not remember me, but they were great trainers and made the classes fun.
Back in the day in 2004 we barely did any hard sparring which led me to finding another gym, but that may have well changed. The atmosphere at the gym was welcoming and friendly. Not as nice as Fairtex in terms of layout, but I loved it the moment I walked in.

They offer top notch training. The instructors here are friendly and funny, but at the same time motivational! I recommend checking this place out! Thanks to the instructors here I’m in amazing shape. I love this place!

My second home! I love cheetah Muay thai! Filled with a great atmosphere and instruction by RA and Alex. I use to be 265 lbs and got down to 160, finding a workout that is fun is important. After your first day at cheetah Muay thai you will get hooked!

I really like this place! The instructors are friendly and funny but at the same time motivational. They understand that everyone is starting from different levels but don’t try to overly exhurt you. They definitely want you to get a work out, but they let you know it’s okay if you need to take a breath. The other thing I appreciate is that when you are sparring, they partner you up with someone on your level.
The only thing I don’t like so much is the jump roping, but that’s because I’m out of shape. I’m starting to like it more because it makes you sweat, which in return gives you weight loss, and mama needs to drop the pounds!
I also appreciate that it’s a small gym, so you aren’t lost in the crowd and get the attention you might need. The prices are pretty great too.
Overall I really enjoy this place. If you’re newcomer to muay thai like me then this is a great place to join where you won’t feel akward or like you don’t belong. There are people there of all levels and the instructors do a great job of keeping it intense for everyone.
Yayyyy!!!

I went here for a few months a while ago and while I enjoyed the workout, the classes were identical every time and the instruction was non existent. When I’d ask for further instruction, the instructor would just do the kick again and say, «like this».
I also found that the owners were very pushy about selling things.
Overall, I got bored with the repetitive classes and tired of the hard sell and stopped going.

I went here a couple years back but forgot to write a review. I joined the traditional class where Cheetah teaches it. I learned a lot in this class. I got in shape and learned the Thai culture as well. Cheetah is full of jokes once you know him. All the other trainers are very solid. They all know what they are doing.
I stopped because of injury. I would start back but i fell in love with boxing.

I am a skeptic by nature so I went on their free trial visit and I never stopped going. I took the traditional route, which allows you to attend every class they have almost now I go 3 – 4 days a week. I have lost around 30 pounds and converted a lot of fat to muscle. All I can say is Cheetah Muay Thai is Family. Great vibe, Good people down to earth atmosphere.
There are so many options for training from aerobic, traditional or personal one on one lessons with some great experienced trainers. Cheetah, Ra Karma and Alex will help you go beyond your default limits and help you see what your really made of. It will change your life. Hope to see you there.

I never thought of myself as a sweater.
I mean sure I’d get the regular pit stains when I’d work out, but I was never a dripper. I just thought my body didn’t do that. Well… after my first class I learned differently. Even my legs sweat. I’m not kidding… sweat rolling down from my kneecap.
What a great workout. Be prepared… class starts with a bunch of jumping rope. Which gets easier with time, unless you are one those blessed individuals that coordination comes easily to. But it’s nice having some music to jump around to.
The teaches, the students, and ofcourse Cheetah are incredibly welcoming.
The place is not pretentious or fancy, I wouldn’t like it if it was.

My Third family is Cheetah, Ra, Alex, Joe and Dennis.
I moved to Emeryville and was looking for a Muay Thai Gym and It just happened to be down the street and around the corner (literally!) from my apt complex.
First thought as we walked in, «Damn, they play some tight ass music» (for some reason that was the clincher ! hahaha)
I worked out here for 1 year, and damn I got fit, and didn’t even realize it!
It’s difficult at first, especially if you’re not used to working out. I remember that in the beginning I couldn’t even effen JUMP ROPE, and now I do it every time I go to the gym.
The pad work and calisthenics are awesome, and definitely could not achieve real fitness on my own. Muay Thai is bad ass. Believe It!
and Second, It’s a real family here. Small classes. more attention. and when you say you’ve trained with Cheetah, people be knowin.

I trained here about 2 years ago for a year and a half .The instructors there know their stuff, cheetah only teaches about 20% of the time but thats not bad because the other instructors are there to push your ass beyond what you might have thought was hardcore.
I remember being placed in the ring me vs. 2 other fighters alternating sparring against me and I did really good until the 6^th round and got my ass handed to me after a shot to the gut.
You can sign up for either the workout class or traditional muay thai class, the latter includes sparring sessions and you can drop in the excercise classes at any time.
If you think you’re a good fighter, such as this punk kid who joined the class did, and got his butt schooled, you’ll really learn to get your ass kicked… and eventually learn to be a better fighter, whether you’re joining for the exercise (which WILL work you to your limits, I guarantee you will slip on your own or someone else’s puddle of sweat) or to maybe fight competitively this place is great. I plan on going back sometime