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Jireh Boxing Kickboxing Cardio and Competition
4.9 ★★★★★ 14 Google reviews · Muay thai gym in Santa Cruz, California
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
- Drop-ins drop-ins run around $25 — many gyms also offer monthly memberships and a discounted first session, so ask about new-member rates
- 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
- 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 jirehboxingkickboxing.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone +1 408-896-2377
Hours
| Monday | 6–7:30 am, 4–7 pm |
| Tuesday | 6–7:30 am, 4–7 pm |
| Wednesday | 6–7:30 am, 4–7 pm |
| Thursday | 6–7:30 am, 4–7 pm |
| Friday | 6 am–7 pm |
| Saturday | 8–10 am |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“Great for all levels, whether you want to have a simple workout or are training competitively for boxing or kickboxing/Muay Thai, Coach Rick and his team excels at these things.”
“Had a great session yesterday with Rick, a highly experienced martial artist, coach, and fighter with over 30 years in the game.”
“The cardio kickboxing class is a must and I'm glad to see this boxing gym growing!”
“The gym also offers a great training program for children to train in boxing and kickboxing/Muay Thai.”
Other martial arts here
“Great for all levels, whether you want to have a simple workout or are training competitively for boxing or kickboxing/Muay Thai, Coach Rick and his team excels at these things.”
“Great for all levels, whether you want to have a simple workout or are training competitively for boxing or kickboxing/Muay Thai, Coach Rick and his team excels at these things.”
What members say
“Great for all levels, whether you want to have a simple workout or are training competitively for boxing or kickboxing/Muay Thai, Coach Rick and his team excels at these things.”
“Coach Rick and his team at Jireh provides an excellent, outstanding gym that pushes you to the limit while keeping a friendly environment.”
“I get the BEST workout in an hour and it’s such a great way to move and release pent up energy.”
“Had a great session yesterday with Rick, a highly experienced martial artist, coach, and fighter with over 30 years in the game.”
From the reviews
Rick is an awesome instructor, personable and dedicated to getting you active and fit. I get the BEST workout in an hour and it’s such a great way to move and release pent up energy. Welcoming to beginners and experienced people alike. What an awesome addition to the Santa Cruz community!
Beautiful, clean gym. Top notch training & coaching. Fun, family vibes. Nice showers. Filtered water fountain. Fair membership pricing, especially for the area. Highly recommend.
Excellent Boxing Gym with a well-maintained facility! Has a great vibe and classes are tailored for all levels!
Had a great session yesterday with Rick, a highly experienced martial artist, coach, and fighter with over 30 years in the game. The gym is beautiful — super clean, well-maintained, and has a really positive vibe.
New to muay thai? Start at Jireh Boxing Kickboxing Cardio and Competition
Jireh Boxing Kickboxing Cardio and Competition 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 Jireh Boxing Kickboxing Cardio and Competition
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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