Part-Time muay thai classes in rented space

Local adults and teens who want fitness or beginner Muay Thai training and prefer a small, friendly group.

Monthly memberships or per-class fees, plus private lessons and occasional workshops. Rent is paid per session, so costs stay low.

• Strong Muay Thai technique and safe coaching
• Building a friendly beginner-focused class
• Social media and word-of-mouth promotion

• General liability insurance, and check that your policy covers contact sports and the rented venue's requirements
• Use signed waivers for every student; ask a local lawyer to review yours
• Check your city or county for any business license requirements
• Rental agreements and whether the venue allows striking, sparring and gear storage
• Extra care and rules if you teach under-18s; check your state's requirements

Estimates suggest startup costs of typically around $800 to $4,000, depending on pads, bags, insurance and venue rental terms. You bring your own gear and rent time at a community center, dance studio or another gym.

Estimated monthly revenue is typically around $400 to $3,000, depending on class size, pricing and how many sessions you run. The minimum time estimate is about 6 hours a week, so it can fit around a day job.

Check general liability insurance covers contact sports and the venue's requirements. Use signed waivers reviewed by a local lawyer, and check city or county license rules, whether the rental agreement allows striking, sparring and gear storage, and your state's requirements for teaching under-18s.