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Flow MMA Academy

4.9 ★★★★★ 49 Google reviews · Muay thai gym in Mesa, Arizona

Muay Thai gym Free trial Beginners welcome Kids & teens Private lessons 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
  • 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
  • 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 flowmmaacademy.com — book classes and see the live schedule
  • Phone +1 480-886-6448

Hours

Monday 6–9 am, 4–9 pm
Tuesday 6–9 am, 4–9 pm
Wednesday 6–9 am, 4–9 pm
Thursday 6–9 am, 4–9 pm
Friday 6–9 am, 4–9 pm
Saturday 8–11 am
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 Flow MMA Academy, confirmed in members' own reviews and the gym's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

🌱 Beginner Muay Thai 3 mentions

“But the very first time he tried a class at Flow, he had so much fun,and it became the only activity he truly wanted to join.”

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🧒 Kids Muay Thai 5 mentions

“My son has been training with Deric and Lindsay for about a year, has competed multiple times and keeps bringing home all the hardware; almost always a gold.”

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Teen Muay Thai

“I love this gym and the family feeling it gives just like my days in high school on the wrestling team!”

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🥊 Sparring

“The classes are well-structured, blending technique, conditioning, and live sparring in a way that keeps things challenging and exciting.”

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🏆 Fight Team 4 mentions

“My son has been training with Deric and Lindsay for about a year, has competed multiple times and keeps bringing home all the hardware; almost always a gold.”

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🛡️ Self-Defense

“If you’re a girl looking to learn a bit of self defense or just adding something new to your fitness routine, 10/10 recommend Flow.”

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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 Flow MMA Academy — mined from their reviews and the gym's own info.

🥋 Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ) 3 mentions

“I'd recommend any and everyone I can when they start looking for a gym to go to whether that's to train striking, grappling, MMA skills, or for a personal coach!”

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🏟️ MMA 16 mentions

“If you’re serious about improving your skills, getting in shape, or just looking for a positive, disciplined space to train, Flow MMA Academy is the place to be!”

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🤸 Wrestling

“I love this gym and the family feeling it gives just like my days in high school on the wrestling team!”

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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 49 Google reviews — in their own words.

🧑‍🏫 expert, authentic coaching 6 mentions

“I have trained under Deric and Lindsey for a few years and they are some of the best trainers in AZ.”

🌱 welcoming to beginners 5 mentions

“But the very first time he tried a class at Flow, he had so much fun,and it became the only activity he truly wanted to join.”

🤝 no-ego, friendly gym 12 mentions

“This place is a phenomenal MMA gym and the coaches as well as the people are super supportive and caring while willing to push you to be your best!”

📘 real technique & fundamentals 2 mentions

“The classes are well-structured, blending technique, conditioning, and live sparring in a way that keeps things challenging and exciting.”

🥊 legit sparring & fight team 7 mentions

“You can tell they genuinely care about each student’s progress, whether you’re completely new to martial arts or looking to sharpen your skills for competition.”

🧠 builds confidence & discipline 5 mentions

“If you’re serious about improving your skills, getting in shape, or just looking for a positive, disciplined space to train, Flow MMA Academy is the place to be!”

From the reviews

This isnt only a gym. Its an experience that will help you get where youre wanting to go and help you build who you want to be. The level of commitment, technique, and knowledge FLOW MMA brings to their programs and their students is second 2 none.

★★★★★ — John, Aug 2025

If you’re looking for a gym and culture that feels like home, this is it! The staff are extremely knowledgeable and do a great job of helping you set and achieve your personal goals. Amazing space for families and fighters to train.

★★★★★ — Jess, Aug 2025

We are so grateful for finding this place! Our 6-year-old son never wanted to join any sports or clubs before, and we honestly tried many things. But the very first time he tried a class at Flow, he had so much fun,and it became the only activity he truly wanted to join. Coach Lindsey is absolutely wonderful with kids.

★★★★★ — Jade, Jan 2026

Flow MMA is a special gym with an incredible coaching staff and unparalleled culture. I have been training with Deric and Lindsay for over 4 years and they have not only made me a better athlete but a better man. Coach Deric cares deeply about every member of his community and their growth on and off the mats.

★★★★★ — Alex, Aug 2025

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New to muay thai? Start at Flow MMA Academy

Flow MMA 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.

Check beginner classes on their site

Your first muay thai class at Flow MMA 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.

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 Flow MMA Academy

2121 W Guadalupe Rd Ste 3 & 4, Mesa, AZ85202

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