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La Union Jiu Jitsu & Muay Thai
5 ★★★★★ 83 Google reviews · Muay thai gym in Orange, 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
- 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
- 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 launionjj.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone (714) 610-2375
Hours
| Monday | 6–7:30 AM, 4–8:40 PM |
| Tuesday | 6–7:30 AM, 4–9 PM |
| Wednesday | 6–7:30 AM, 4–9 PM |
| Thursday | 6–7:30 AM, 4–9 PM |
| Friday | 6–7:30 AM, 12:30–1:30 PM, 5–8:40 PM |
| Saturday | 9–11:30 AM |
| Sunday | 4–5:30 PM |
The classes they run
“Coach Sam creates an environment that is both enriching and enjoyable for practitioners of all levels.”
“The facility is always clean and offers plenty of seating space, which made it easy for my son and nephew to watch classes from the benches.”
“We dropped in for their jiu jitsu/wrestling class and later booked a private lesson with Professor Sam, who was extremely knowledgeable and easy to learn from.”
“The classes are thoughtfully structured, offering a well-rounded mix of drills and sparring.”
“Coaches here helped my kiddo build the confidence to compete as her abilities improved.”
Other martial arts here
“La Union Jiu Jitsu is the first gym I’ve ever stepped foot in to train Jiu Jitsu and I got to say it has been the best decision I’ve made.”
“His experience across Jiu-Jitsu, judo, and wrestling really shows in the way he blends everything together so effectively.”
“We dropped in for their jiu jitsu/wrestling class and later booked a private lesson with Professor Sam, who was extremely knowledgeable and easy to learn from.”
What members say
“Coach Sam is very welcoming and great at breaking down techniques while keeping a family oriented atmosphere.”
“From day one, the team and coaches have been welcoming and supportive, creating a great environment to learn and grow.”
“From day one, the team and coaches have been welcoming and supportive, creating a great environment to learn and grow.”
“Professor Sam, his wife Diana and Coaches have helped my kid learn new techniques and fine tune existing knowledge of the sport.”
“In just a short amount of time, I’ve already seen amazing changes in my son, especially in his discipline and physical abilities.”
“Training partners are respectful, and the atmosphere is family-friendly with good competition.”
From the reviews
I’ve been training at La Union Jiu Jitsu for about a year, and it’s an incredible place to learn and grow. The gym has great vibes, a welcoming community, and a strong sense of camaraderie.
We enrolled our 9 year old just two months ago and are so impressed with the changes we have seen in him. He's more confident, focused, and will even choose coming to class over playing video games! The gym has such a welcoming environment and we have great confidence in Coach Sam!
If you’re reading this, you’ve already took the first step and are looking for a gym to call home. Do yourself a huge favor and come train, you found your gym. It doesn’t get any better! La Union is a family through and through.
I only great things to say about this place. My daughters have been coming here for a year now and they love it here. It’s their second home. Training with Coach Sam and his wife has build so much confidences. Everyone here treat each other like family.
New to muay thai? Start at La Union Jiu Jitsu & Muay Thai
La Union Jiu Jitsu & Muay Thai 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 La Union Jiu Jitsu & Muay Thai
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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