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The Grind Martial Arts Academy LLC
4.9 ★★★★★ 60 Google reviews · Muay thai gym in Tulare, California
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
- 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
- Fitness & conditioning muay thai fitness and cardio classes — a serious workout you can do without ever having to spar
- Sparring & clinch sparring and clinch sessions for members ready for controlled contact — always optional and coach-supervised
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule thegrindbjj.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone +1 559-759-8024
Hours
| Monday | 5–6 am, 3–8:30 pm |
| Tuesday | 5–6 am, 4:30–8:30 pm |
| Wednesday | 5–6 am, 3–8:30 pm |
| Thursday | 5–6 am, 4:30–8:30 pm |
| Friday | 5–6 am, 4:15–8:30 pm |
| Saturday | 9 am–12 pm |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“Whether you're a beginner or an experienced martial artist, The Grind Martial Arts Academy is the perfect place to hone your skills and achieve your personal best.”
“Professor David is a phenomenal coach who has significantly impacted my sons' development in both jiu-jitsu and life.”
“His extensive knowledge and skill in the art are evident in the way he teaches and interacts with his students, whether it be children, teens or adults.”
“Not only is it an awesome workout but you gain knowledge on self defense!”
“I also attend the Cardio Kickboxing class.”
Other martial arts here
“Now Alex is my cardio boxing coach always welcoming, motivating and excited to offer positive energetic environment, where i get a awesome sweat on.”
“Professor David reignited my love for jiu jitsu, his passion is contagious and his mentorship was too valuable to put into words.”
“I have been training some form of mixed martial arts for most of my life.”
What members say
“Alex is a awsome coach the gym is a great place and I encourage everyone who wants a change in your sediment lifestyle to just give it a try .”
“Whether you're a beginner or an experienced martial artist, The Grind Martial Arts Academy is the perfect place to hone your skills and achieve your personal best.”
“Now Alex is my cardio boxing coach always welcoming, motivating and excited to offer positive energetic environment, where i get a awesome sweat on.”
“I have been training some form of mixed martial arts for most of my life.”
“Now Alex is my cardio boxing coach always welcoming, motivating and excited to offer positive energetic environment, where i get a awesome sweat on.”
“Along with professor, Julian whose style is a bit different but every bit as good, they will teach you great jiu jitsu and discipline.”
From the reviews
Coach David and Coach chino are excellent at what they do. If you want to learn everything there is to know for jiu-jitsu, then David is your guy. If you want to know everything about Muay Thai and striking, then Chino is your guy. All 3 of my sons train jiu-jitsu, ages 8, 13, and 15. You won't be disappointed!!!
There is no better place to train, and be a part of a team that welcomes you with open arms. The coaches and the team are always willing to help out. If you’re looking for a martial arts gym to join, look no further. The Grind is the place to be. All levels welcomed. Very friendly environment.
I was excited to hear that Coach Chino was going to be the muay Thai coach, for those who been in the game know what im talking about. Finally I'm one of his students, im so thrilled and definitely get my grind on!
Amazing place with awesome coaches! 2 of my sons have been in BJJ for about 8 months and they just joined Muay Thai this month, my other son has been in Muay Thai for about 7 months and just had his first competition. I also attend the Cardio Kickboxing class. You can find us at The Grind Monday through Friday!
New to muay thai? Start at The Grind Martial Arts Academy LLC
The Grind Martial Arts Academy LLC 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 The Grind Martial Arts Academy LLC
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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