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The Jungle MMA & Fitness Lake Mary

4.7 ★★★★★ 112 Google reviews · Muay thai gym in Sanford, Florida

Muay Thai gym Free trial Beginners welcome Kids & teens Fight team

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
  • Fight team a competition team for members who want to test themselves as amateur fighters
  • Today see hours ·
  • Website & schedule lakemarymma.com — book classes and see the live schedule
  • Phone +1 407-878-1496

Hours

Monday 4–8 pm
Tuesday 4–8 pm
Wednesday 4–8 pm
Thursday 4–8 pm
Friday 5–7 pm
Saturday 10 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 The Jungle MMA & Fitness Lake Mary, confirmed in members' own reviews and the gym's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

🌱 Beginner Muay Thai 3 mentions

“The coaches are knowledgeable and whether you’re brand new to grappling or striking or have experience there’s people of all levels that you can train with.”

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🧒 Kids Muay Thai 7 mentions

“Both my son (youngest age group) and I take classes here ( I do Muay Thai) and we are both so happy with not only the facility but the coaches.”

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🏆 Fight Team 2 mentions

“The coaches are very helpful and supportive, they’re ready to teach you and create strong minded and willed fighters.”

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Other martial arts here

Muay thai gyms are usually multi-discipline. Here's what else members mention training under the same roof at The Jungle MMA & Fitness Lake Mary — mined from their reviews and the gym's own info.

🥋 Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ) 4 mentions

“We trialed 2 other places prior for him to do jiu jitsu and we feel he clicked so easily and effortlessly here”

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🏟️ MMA 3 mentions

“The coaches are amazing — Drew, the manager, is incredibly encouraging and has helped them build not only great basic MMA skills but also a strong sense of respect and discipline.”

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Disciplines are mined from reviews and the gym's own info — they show what members have trained, not a formal class guarantee. If you specifically want BJJ, boxing, or MMA alongside muay thai, confirm the current schedule with the gym.

What members say

The things reviewers bring up again and again across 112 Google reviews — in their own words.

🧑‍🏫 expert, authentic coaching 10 mentions

“The coaches are amazing — Drew, the manager, is incredibly encouraging and has helped them build not only great basic MMA skills but also a strong sense of respect and discipline.”

🌱 welcoming to beginners 5 mentions

“The coaches are knowledgeable and whether you’re brand new to grappling or striking or have experience there’s people of all levels that you can train with.”

🤝 no-ego, friendly gym 10 mentions

“The coach has great experience and teaching abilities and the community gives the gym a friendly and supportive atmosphere.”

🥊 legit sparring & fight team 2 mentions

“The coaches are very helpful and supportive, they’re ready to teach you and create strong minded and willed fighters.”

🧠 builds confidence & discipline 4 mentions

“The coaches are amazing — Drew, the manager, is incredibly encouraging and has helped them build not only great basic MMA skills but also a strong sense of respect and discipline.”

From the reviews

Amazing Fitness Center. The work out is great. The coach is very knowledgeable. The staff is great. My family is very content with the location. We look forward to join all the classes.

★★★★★ — David, Nov 2016

I can’t say enough good things about Coach Drew! His passion for coaching and teaching is truly inspiring. From the moment you step into his class, you can feel his dedication and energy. Drew has an incredible ability to make even the most challenging workouts enjoyable.

★★★★★ — D, Oct 2024

It’s more than just a gym, it’s a family. I’m so glad we made the decision year so ago to give this place a try for our kids. Still going and plan to be for years to come! The coaches are good at personalizing while still pushing you to be your best. Good for all ages!

★★★★★ — Bethany, Jun 2025

I have been a member at the Jungle for quite some time now and I love the atmosphere. Coach Drew has been so helpful and a great trainer during my time here. This location as well as the Colonial location are both amazing with great people and vibes.

★★★★★ — Tamara, Oct 2024

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New to muay thai? Start at The Jungle MMA & Fitness Lake Mary

The Jungle MMA & Fitness Lake Mary 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.

Check beginner classes on their site

Your first muay thai class at The Jungle MMA & Fitness Lake Mary

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 The Jungle MMA & Fitness Lake Mary

4043 W 1st St, Sanford, FL32771

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