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Valdez Muay Thai Kickboxing
4.3 ★★★★☆ 38 Google reviews · Muay thai gym in Whittier, 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.
Gym specializing in traditional Muay Thai training, from self-defense to competition.
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
- Fight team a competition team for members who want to test themselves as amateur fighters
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule valdezkickboxing.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone (562) 693-1200
Hours
| Monday | 10–11 AM, 5–8 PM |
| Tuesday | 5–8 PM |
| Wednesday | 10–11 AM, 5–8 PM |
| Thursday | 5–8 PM |
| Friday | 10–11 AM, 5–7 PM |
| Saturday | 10–11 AM, 5–8 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“They offer everything from beginner classes, intermediate and advanced so they can meet you at your skill level and help you excel.”
“Whether you’re a fitness enthusiast, looking to lose weight, a total novice, or a fighter this place has room for anyone who wants to become the best version of themselves.”
“It’ll take your game to the next level whether you’re trying to compete or learn self defense.”
“If you are looking to get in shape, this is the place!”
“My daughter just started here and I can already tell you that it is a good gym.”
Other martial arts here
“Professional,coaches,good additudes, family fun, everyone looks happy to be training with the best in kickboxing.”
What members say
“Kru Valdez and his team of coaches are the best and will help bring out the best in you every single time you show up.”
“They offer everything from beginner classes, intermediate and advanced so they can meet you at your skill level and help you excel.”
“I've been training at Valdez for about 4 years now and have been treated like nothing less than family since day 1.”
“Whether you’re a fitness enthusiast, looking to lose weight, a total novice, or a fighter this place has room for anyone who wants to become the best version of themselves.”
From the reviews
The family first, respect everyone values on top of amazing training is everything. Head coach LJ really steps of for his students and shows up for them time and time again. My forever gym.
I have known Mr.Valdez for many years he is a great trainer and person . On top of everything and teaches well . His work place is a great 😊
Professional,coaches,good additudes, family fun, everyone looks happy to be training with the best in kickboxing.. George valdez
The training is tough, but top notch! All of the coaches here will push you to your limits , but in the best way. You will leave every training session better than when you started.
New to muay thai? Start at Valdez Muay Thai Kickboxing
Valdez Muay Thai 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.
Your first muay thai class at Valdez Muay Thai 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.
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