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Karasu Tengu Academy
5 ★★★★★ 49 Google reviews · Muay thai gym in Nashua, New Hampshire
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
- 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 ktacademymma.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone (603) 512-9609
Hours
| Monday | 9 AM–1 PM, 4:30–8:30 PM |
| Tuesday | 9 AM–1 PM, 4:30–8:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 9 AM–1 PM, 4:30–8:30 PM |
| Thursday | 9 AM–1 PM, 4:30–8:30 PM |
| Friday | 9 AM–1 PM, 4:30–8:30 PM |
| Saturday | 9 AM–1 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“The thought of trying MMA felt intimidating to me as a smaller female and a total beginner, but I felt welcomed and supported from day one in my very first Muay Thai class.”
“From the first time going my kids said “wow it feels like family” that’s because it’s more than a gym it is a family.”
“She has been with KTA for 6 months, starting with private lessons and now confidently joining group classes.”
“Whether you’re one of his fighters, or a guy like me trying to get in shape and learn the skills they offer, he’s got you.”
“Whether you’re one of his fighters, or a guy like me trying to get in shape and learn the skills they offer, he’s got you.”
“If you are looking to compete, get in shape, learn self defense, KTA has it all.”
Other martial arts here
“Kickboxing, mats for BJJ, ring for boxing, octagon for MMA.”
“Kickboxing, mats for BJJ, ring for boxing, octagon for MMA.”
“I've tried Muay Thai and BJJ so far and the head coach, Walter, is knowledgeable, friendly, professional, and you can tell he truly cares about his members and his gym.”
“We’re so grateful we found KTA and highly recommend them to anyone looking for a MMA gym that truly cares about their students!”
“KTA has excellent coaches and a great community for MMA, jiu jistu, Muay Thai, and wrestling.”
What members say
“I've tried Muay Thai and BJJ so far and the head coach, Walter, is knowledgeable, friendly, professional, and you can tell he truly cares about his members and his gym.”
“The thought of trying MMA felt intimidating to me as a smaller female and a total beginner, but I felt welcomed and supported from day one in my very first Muay Thai class.”
“I've tried Muay Thai and BJJ so far and the head coach, Walter, is knowledgeable, friendly, professional, and you can tell he truly cares about his members and his gym.”
“The coaches are incredibly supportive and accommodating, and the positive environment has completely transformed her confidence and determination.”
“Whether you’re one of his fighters, or a guy like me trying to get in shape and learn the skills they offer, he’s got you.”
“Thank you Walter , he's the owner and head coach, for establishing such a great gym.”
From the reviews
Love going to this gym it's always the highlight of my week A couple years back a close friend of mine would come over on Saturdays and we would watch ufc. We did this for months We would always say we would like to try mma.
KTA is an amazing MMA gym. The thought of trying MMA felt intimidating to me as a smaller female and a total beginner, but I felt welcomed and supported from day one in my very first Muay Thai class.
KTA has excellent coaches and a great community for MMA, jiu jistu, Muay Thai, and wrestling. This gym has a wealth of knowledge for any competitors and hobbyists alike. Walter is a great coach, respectful, and is the embodiment of competition.
KTA is where winners are made. Coach Walter is amazing at constantly coming up with teaching great techniques. Great and fun atmosphere! Wish I could give more than 5 stars. Get your free trial now!
New to muay thai? Start at Karasu Tengu Academy
Karasu Tengu 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 Karasu Tengu 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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