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Fluid Martial Arts Academy
4.9 ★★★★★ 58 Google reviews · Muay thai gym in Tempe, Arizona
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
- 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 (ages 3–15) — 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 fluidmartialarts.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone (480) 349-5898
Hours
| Monday | 9 AM–12 PM, 4–9 PM |
| Tuesday | 9 AM–12 PM, 4–9 PM |
| Wednesday | 9 AM–12 PM, 4–9 PM |
| Thursday | 9 AM–12 PM, 4–9 PM |
| Friday | 9 AM–12 PM, 4–9 PM |
| Saturday | 10 AM–1 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“The lessons we sat in on were very advanced for beginners and we still got made to feel like we were apart of the group and doing good.”
“Parents of their children become students after seeing their little ones demonstrating discipline within their martial arts practice, that extends into school and into the home.”
“They teach every aspect of the sport of jiu jitsu; everything from basic fundamentals and self defense, to competition and everything in between.”
Other martial arts here
“Their kickboxing program is incredible as well.”
“Did a week trial here and sat in on some BJJ lessons With my girlfriend, I would HIGHLY recommend this place, The instructor was super cool and supportive.”
“This is an awesome place to learn jiu-jitsu, judo, and muay thai for self defense and/or to get a good cardio workout.”
What members say
“It does not matter if you are the only one training or if there are others, the coaches are knowledgeable and work hard for each person to improve their game.”
“The lessons we sat in on were very advanced for beginners and we still got made to feel like we were apart of the group and doing good.”
“Did a week trial here and sat in on some BJJ lessons With my girlfriend, I would HIGHLY recommend this place, The instructor was super cool and supportive.”
“They teach every aspect of the sport of jiu jitsu; everything from basic fundamentals and self defense, to competition and everything in between.”
“ What stands out the most is how much my son genuinely loves going to training.”
“They teach every aspect of the sport of jiu jitsu; everything from basic fundamentals and self defense, to competition and everything in between.”
From the reviews
The coaching staff at Fluid are the nicest, most caring coaches one could ask for. They're family owned/operated, and they make their students feel like family as well. Always helping everyone, whether they're brand new to martial arts or have been training for years.
Great jujitsu program, I know they teach a lot of other disciplines, and I can't speak to that, but their BJJ is spot on. It's hard core Gracy style combative with a healthy does of Japanese and a dollop of Judo throws. Good group of guys and gals. Super friendly and respectful.
Did a week trial here and sat in on some BJJ lessons With my girlfriend, I would HIGHLY recommend this place, The instructor was super cool and supportive. The lessons we sat in on were very advanced for beginners and we still got made to feel like we were apart of the group and doing good.
Fluid Martial Arts has had a remarkable impact on my mental and physical wellbeing. It's a fantastic place to exercise, socialize and learn. They offer comprehensive BJJ instruction which allows a beginner student like myself to follow the more advanced techniques.
New to muay thai? Start at Fluid Martial Arts Academy
Fluid Martial Arts Academy 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.
Your first muay thai class at Fluid Martial Arts 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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