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Alliance Jiu Jitsu Upland

4.9 ★★★★★ 71 Google reviews · Muay thai gym in Upland, California

Muay Thai gym Free trial Beginners welcome Kids & teens Fight team

Plan your first class

  • Free trial or intro class most gyms welcome new members with a free trial or intro class — check their site or give them a call to book your first session
  • 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
  • Women's classes dedicated women's muay thai classes — a welcoming space to train and start out in
  • Sparring & clinch sparring and clinch sessions for members ready for controlled contact — always optional and coach-supervised
  • Fight team a competition team for members who want to test themselves as amateur fighters
  • Today see hours ·
  • Website & schedule lp.allianceupland.com — book classes and see the live schedule
  • Phone +1 909-969-1125

Hours

Monday 6–8 am, 3–8:30 pm
Tuesday 11:30 am–1 pm, 3–8:30 pm
Wednesday 6–8 am, 3–8:30 pm
Thursday 11:30 am–1 pm, 3–8:30 pm
Friday 6–8 am, 3–7:30 pm
Saturday 8 am–12 pm
Sunday Closed

Hours shift for holidays, seminars, and open-gym times — worth a quick check before a special trip.

The classes they run

Muay thai classes on the schedule at Alliance Jiu Jitsu Upland, confirmed in members' own reviews and the gym's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

🧒 Kids Muay Thai 12 mentions

“Once I saw the patience the professor and coach had with the children it was a no brainer to send my daughter ( who is stubborn,shy and detests all things new).”

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Other martial arts here

Muay thai gyms are usually multi-discipline. Here's what else members mention training under the same roof at Alliance Jiu Jitsu Upland — mined from their reviews and the gym's own info.

🥋 Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ) 15 mentions

“This gym has the greatest treasure I could find in Jiu Jitsu, it is the result of the most dedicated person I know in the sport.”

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Disciplines are mined from reviews and the gym's own info — they show what members have trained, not a formal class guarantee. If you specifically want BJJ, boxing, or MMA alongside muay thai, confirm the current schedule with the gym.

What members say

The things reviewers bring up again and again across 71 Google reviews — in their own words.

🧑‍🏫 expert, authentic coaching 3 mentions

“Coach Ryan is a amazing instructor very patient and understanding with the students and their abilities.”

🌱 welcoming to beginners 5 mentions

“The people here are incredibly supportive, disciplined and friendly, making it a welcoming environment for everyone.”

🤝 no-ego, friendly gym 23 mentions

“The people here are incredibly supportive, disciplined and friendly, making it a welcoming environment for everyone.”

📘 real technique & fundamentals 4 mentions

“She is thorough in teaching techniques, she is patient with helping you understand and she genuinely wants to help you be the best you can be.”

🧒 strong kids program 2 mentions

“Their kids program is awesome — the instructors are patient, encouraging, and know how to make learning fun while teaching discipline and confidence.”

🧠 builds confidence & discipline 7 mentions

“Professor Mayra and Coach Ryan are so good with the students, my boys have learned so much about this sport but it has also taught them discipline and respect.”

From the reviews

Alliance Upland! Is my Oasis I’m always excited to come to class and learn. People here are very friendly and respectful. Professor Mayra is amazing and very knowledgeable. If you wanna start your journey in Jiujitsu look no further Alliance UPLAND!

★★★★★ — Chris, Jun 2025

Professor Mayra, and Mari are the heart of this jiujitsu academy very welcoming, friendly, polite. Prof.Mayra is very knowledgeable, friendly teacher, very informative.She explains every little detail. Mari welcomes you with open arms and a warm smile.

★★★★★ — Jason, May 2025

We’ve been bringing our son here for a few months, and the experience has been nothing short of amazing. Professor Mayra and Coach Ryan are incredibly caring, disciplined, and deeply committed to the growth of each child—both on and off the mats. In a short time, our son has gained strength, confidence, and character.

★★★★★ — Lorely, May 2025

Best jiu-jitsu in the area! I looked into multiple options prior to enrolling my at the time 4 year old in classes and this was the best fit. Not only was their pricing reasonable but also the schedule was doable with my work and her school schedule.

★★★★★ — Justine, Jan 2026

Excerpts from public Google reviews. Read all 71 reviews →

New to muay thai? Start at Alliance Jiu Jitsu Upland

Alliance Jiu Jitsu Upland comes up as a beginner-friendly gym — noted on their own site. 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.

Check beginner classes on their site

Your first muay thai class at Alliance Jiu Jitsu Upland

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.

Muay thai is a contact sport. Ease in, listen to your coaches, and if you have any injuries or health concerns, mention them before class and check with a doctor if you're unsure.

Where to find Alliance Jiu Jitsu Upland

110 E 9th St, Upland, CA91786

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