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FreeFall MMA

5 ★★★★★ 12 Google reviews · Muay thai gym in Santa Cruz, California

Muay Thai gym

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Hours

Monday 6–9:30 pm
Tuesday 6–9:30 pm
Wednesday 6–9:30 pm
Thursday 6–9:30 pm
Friday 12–1 pm
Saturday Closed
Sunday 12–2 pm

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

Other martial arts here

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

🥊 Boxing

“They offer BJJ (gi and no-gi), muay thai, MMA, boxing, and judo.”

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🥋 Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ) 4 mentions

“Since then not only I have developed my BJJ so much but I have also made incredible friendships.”

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🏟️ MMA 3 mentions

“5 stars all around for teaching, coaching, environment, facilities, and community at Freefall MMA.”

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🤼 Judo 2 mentions

“They offer BJJ (gi and no-gi), muay thai, MMA, boxing, and judo.”

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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.

From the reviews

I started going to Freefall about 1 year ago. Since then not only I have developed my BJJ so much but I have also made incredible friendships. It is important to choose a Dojo where you feel comfortable and Mike always makes sure there are no bullies and everybody can progress while respecting each other.

★★★★★ — E, Jan 2025

5 stars all around for teaching, coaching, environment, facilities, and community at Freefall MMA. They offer BJJ (gi and no-gi), muay thai, MMA, boxing, and judo. Main instructor Mike Roberts is the absolute best, with a patient and in-depth approach to instruction.

★★★★★ — Michael, May 2025

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Your first muay thai class at FreeFall MMA

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 FreeFall MMA

1200 17th Ave #126, Santa Cruz, CA95062

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