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John 14:6 Muay Thai | Martial Arts Gym Tucson

5 ★★★★★ 23 Google reviews · Muay thai gym in Tucson, Arizona

Muay Thai gym Authentic Thai Beginners welcome Kids & teens Private lessons Fight team

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

  • 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
  • Fight team a competition team for members who want to test themselves as amateur fighters
  • Today see hours ·
  • Website & schedule john146muaythai.com — book classes and see the live schedule
  • Phone (314) 498-8715

Hours

Monday 7 AM–8:15 PM
Tuesday 7 AM–8:15 PM
Wednesday 7 AM–8:15 PM
Thursday 7 AM–8:15 PM
Friday 7 AM–8:15 PM
Saturday 9 AM–1 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 John 14:6 Muay Thai | Martial Arts Gym Tucson, confirmed in members' own reviews and the gym's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

🌱 Beginner Muay Thai 3 mentions

“Whether you’re a beginner or training to compete, this gym will help you reach your goals.”

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🧒 Kids Muay Thai 3 mentions

“My daughter loves to hang out at the gym and I can’t wait till she is ready to start training under both Coach Cash and Coach nareupol!”

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👤 Private Lessons

“Cash is an excellent coach who pays attention to detail and offers flexible private lessons.”

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🏆 Fight Team 5 mentions

“We like to say here that “you get the same training as the fighters do” and it is the truth.”

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🛡️ Self-Defense

“John 14:6 is great for self defense or training for fighting, whether it be Sambo or Muay Thai Coach cash will constantly push you and make you better.”

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What members say

The things reviewers bring up again and again across 23 Google reviews — in their own words.

🧑‍🏫 expert, authentic coaching 6 mentions

“strongly recommend if you’re looking for an authentic muay thai gym in tucson with a great coach and atmosphere”

🌱 welcoming to beginners 4 mentions

“Whether you’re a beginner or training to compete, this gym will help you reach your goals.”

🤝 no-ego, friendly gym 5 mentions

“Safe and comfortable learning space that’s family friendly.”

📘 real technique & fundamentals 3 mentions

“Coach Willis is dedicated in training you the proper techniques and really pushes you so you can deal with practical scenarios in the real world.”

🧒 strong kids program 2 mentions

“My daughter loves to hang out at the gym and I can’t wait till she is ready to start training under both Coach Cash and Coach nareupol!”

🥊 legit sparring & fight team 8 mentions

“John 14:6 is great for self defense or training for fighting, whether it be Sambo or Muay Thai Coach cash will constantly push you and make you better.”

From the reviews

Great Thai boxing gym the atmosphere is great. But where this place shines is it's instructors. It's real Muay Thai nothing is watered down and they push you to that standard.

★★★★★ — Isaiah, Jun 2022

Been coming here for bout 1.5 years and Coach Cash is very professional and knows how to teach muay thai from the very basics. Everything taught here is very traditional. If you want to be a traditional muay thai fighter and compete. Come here. But it won't come easy. You must have dedication and discipline.

★★★★★ — Julian, Mar 2025

Hands on Muay Thai instruction for ages 5+. Instructor Cash is great with children and has the knowledge to improve anyone's combat skills. The adult classes are tough and a source of constant improvement. Attendees are friendly. You will make friends.

★★★★★ — Nathan, May 2023

Coach Willis is dedicated in training you the proper techniques and really pushes you so you can deal with practical scenarios in the real world. One heck of a workout too! He's the real deal, he is patient and down to earth.

★★★★★ — Jameschan002, Jan 2023

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New to muay thai? Start at John 14:6 Muay Thai | Martial Arts Gym Tucson

John 14:6 Muay Thai | Martial Arts Gym Tucson 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.

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Your first muay thai class at John 14:6 Muay Thai | Martial Arts Gym Tucson

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 John 14:6 Muay Thai | Martial Arts Gym Tucson

1130 S Wilmot Rd, Tucson, AZ85711

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