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ABQ Kickboxing & Kali Academy
4.8 ★★★★★ 89 Google reviews · Muay thai gym in Albuquerque, New Mexico
Authentic Thai — reviews and the gym's own info point to coaching rooted in Thailand's muay thai tradition. If lineage matters to you, ask where the coaches trained and about their kru.
Plan your first class
- Beginner-friendly all levels welcome, including total beginners — you don't need to be fit or have any experience to start
- Kids & youth classes kids and youth muay thai classes — built around discipline, focus, and confidence
- Private lessons private, one-on-one coaching available — a focused way to start or to work around a busy schedule; ask about availability and rates
- Fitness & conditioning muay thai fitness and cardio classes — a serious workout you can do without ever having to spar
- Fight team a competition team for members who want to test themselves as amateur fighters
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule coachrayyee.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone +1 505-265-5922
Hours
| Monday | 9:30 am–1 pm, 4–7:30 pm |
| Tuesday | 9:30 am–1 pm, 4–7:30 pm |
| Wednesday | 9:30 am–1 pm, 4–7:30 pm |
| Thursday | 9:30 am–1 pm, 4–7:30 pm |
| Friday | 9:30 am–1 pm, 4–7:30 pm |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“All the students are very welcoming and the coaches bring you right into the fold, showing beginners how to wrap their hands and introducing them to the group.”
“My 9 year old daughter really needed some physical activity and to build some confidence so we decided to try the kids class out.”
“I've been taking private lessons here with Coach Yee for a couple of years now and would highly recommend it.”
“The coaches here have helped adjust my skillset from that of a basement-dwelling softbody to a person who feels more physically competent then is probably good for themselves.”
“Schedule is on point, and with great variety of classes to pick from for my self defense/combat training goals.”
“They really take the time to show them technique and they get a great workout at the same time.”
Other martial arts here
“Judgement-free, and lots of women in the kickboxing classes so I felt very comfortable and everyone was really supportive and respectful.”
“This is a great place to come and workout- kickboxing, boxing, strength and conditioning, etc.”
“Having no experience to speak of with MMA, coach Yee and coach Luttrell assured me that I was well within my element.”
What members say
“The prices are very affordable, the staff is welcoming and the coaches are very knowledgeable, would highly recommend.”
“All the students are very welcoming and the coaches bring you right into the fold, showing beginners how to wrap their hands and introducing them to the group.”
“All the students are very welcoming and the coaches bring you right into the fold, showing beginners how to wrap their hands and introducing them to the group.”
“If you aren't understanding the punches, form, or anything the instructor will gladly help you one-on-one.”
“The people that attend classes have been welcoming and supportive and I have had a fantastic time and killer workouts every time I attend.”
“The coaches here have helped adjust my skillset from that of a basement-dwelling softbody to a person who feels more physically competent then is probably good for themselves.”
From the reviews
My 14 year old son has been attending this amazing training center for about a month. I am beyond impressed. The gym is very clean and the staff is intentionally nice and welcoming. The coaches/instructors are very professional and very skilled.
Very welcoming and supportive environment. Exceptionally clean and well maintained. A full schedule of times to fit whatever you need. The late morning classes are small and intimate almost like a personal training session.
I have been with Abq Kickboxing since 2008 and I could not be happier. The workouts are amazing, each class is different and challenging on its own level. Not only do I love the workouts but I love the technicality that each coach teaches. More importantly, the staff are really good people and care about their members.
Have been a member here since April 2015. The coaches here have helped adjust my skillset from that of a basement-dwelling softbody to a person who feels more physically competent then is probably good for themselves. Staff are happy to take the time after classes to address questions of students.
New to muay thai? Start at ABQ Kickboxing & Kali Academy
ABQ Kickboxing & Kali Academy comes up as a beginner-friendly gym, going by their listing and members’ reviews. If you've never thrown a punch or a kick, that's exactly who a good beginners program is for. A few things worth knowing before your first week. First, you don't need to be fit to start — you get in shape by training, not before it, and coaches scale the conditioning to you. Second, you won't be thrown into sparring — reputable gyms build fundamentals (stance, footwork, and the basic strikes of the "art of eight limbs") for weeks before any contact, and sparring stays optional. Third, all levels really are welcome — ask about a dedicated beginners or fundamentals class time so your first session is alongside others who are also starting out. Most gyms are happy to let you watch or try a class first, so reach out before you commit.
Your first muay thai class at ABQ Kickboxing & Kali Academy
Nervous about walking into a muay thai gym for the first time? Almost everyone is, and good coaches expect beginners to come through the door. Here's what to know. What to expect: a typical first class is a warm-up, then drilling the basics on pads and bags — not fighting. Rest whenever you need to; no one will bat an eye. What to wear: shorts or athletic wear and a t-shirt; you'll train barefoot on the mats. What to bring: water and hand wraps if you have them — many gyms lend gloves for a first class, so it's worth asking when you call. As you keep training you'll add your own gloves, wraps, a mouthguard, and shin guards. Sparring is optional and comes later, once your fundamentals are solid. Arrive 10–15 minutes early to sign a waiver and meet the coach. It gets easier fast — most people feel far more at home by their third class.
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