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ThinkTANK BJJ & Kickboxing

4.8 ★★★★★ 36 Google reviews · Muay thai gym in Vancouver, Washington

Beginners welcome Kids & teens Fitness classes Fight team

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
  • Women's classes dedicated women's muay thai classes — a welcoming space to train and start out in
  • 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
  • Fight team a competition team for members who want to test themselves as amateur fighters
  • Today see hours ·
  • Website & schedule thinktankbjj.com — book classes and see the live schedule
  • Phone +1 360-721-8286

Hours

Monday 5:30–7:30 pm
Tuesday 5:30–8:30 pm
Wednesday 5:30–7:30 pm
Thursday 5:30–8:30 pm
Friday 5:30–7:30 pm
Saturday 10 am–12 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 ThinkTANK BJJ & Kickboxing, confirmed in members' own reviews and the gym's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

🌱 Beginner Muay Thai 2 mentions

“They took the time to ensure that all participants, including beginners like me, felt at ease and were well-informed about the techniques and safety measures.”

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🧒 Kids Muay Thai 5 mentions

“Jon has a high energy and fun personality with great character and was a perfect match for my son.”

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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 ThinkTANK BJJ & Kickboxing — mined from their reviews and the gym's own info.

🦵 Kickboxing 9 mentions

“This is my first kickboxing/Bjj gym I’ve ever gone to so I was a little nervous and hesitant to start going.”

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🥋 Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ) 12 mentions

“I have known Professor Jon Cromer for about 5 years and he has always been one of my favorite Jiu Jitsu instructors.”

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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 36 Google reviews — in their own words.

🧑‍🏫 expert, authentic coaching 6 mentions

“Coach Jon is extremely knowledgeable and you can tell he knows what he is talking about.”

🌱 welcoming to beginners 10 mentions

“They took the time to ensure that all participants, including beginners like me, felt at ease and were well-informed about the techniques and safety measures.”

🤝 no-ego, friendly gym 16 mentions

“The overall atmosphere in the class was welcoming, and fellow participants were respectful and supportive.”

📘 real technique & fundamentals 11 mentions

“They took the time to ensure that all participants, including beginners like me, felt at ease and were well-informed about the techniques and safety measures.”

🔥 killer workout & conditioning 3 mentions
💵 good value / fair pricing 2 mentions

“I can't wait to come back and train now that I have the means to do so also I think ThinkTank has the best rates In Vancouver Wa you get great training at a great price.”

From the reviews

It was an experience. I recently attended a kickboxing and BJJ class, and I must say I was pleasantly surprised by the experience. From the moment I walked in, I felt a sense of safety and comfort that is essential for any martial arts class. The instructor's professionalism was truly impressive.

★★★★★ — Vladyslav, Oct 2023

I walked in with my son out of curiosity and i spoke to coach John . Coach John is a super chill laid back individual! Coach John broke down the gym to me and the way they go about in the gym and is a perfect fit for me and my son .

★★★★★ — Smouve, Jan 2024

Jon is one of the most knowledgeable and humble coaches I’ve ever come across. His classes are fun and people get to bond over the love of martial arts. I have felt myself gaining more confidence and feel better about my body after every class. Everybody is super nice and supportive when you are new.

★★★★★ — David, Jun 2024

I'll admit I was a bit intimidated walking into a gym full of guys and had no idea what I was getting myself into but it's a very relaxed atmosphere. John has made my friend and I feel comfortable, he makes sure we understand the moves and he let's us be our goofy selves haha.

★★★★★ — Val, Jan 2024

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New to muay thai? Start at ThinkTANK BJJ & Kickboxing

ThinkTANK BJJ & Kickboxing 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.

See their beginner class info

Your first muay thai class at ThinkTANK BJJ & Kickboxing

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 ThinkTANK BJJ & Kickboxing

13019 NE Fourth Plain Blvd, Vancouver, WA98682

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