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Jai Su Muay Thai Academy
4.9 ★★★★★ 31 Google reviews · Kickboxing gym in Raleigh, North Carolina
Plan your first class
- Beginner-friendly all fitness levels welcome, including total beginners — no experience needed, and you get in shape by training, not before
- Cardio kickboxing classes high-energy cardio kickboxing on the bags and pads — a fun, sweaty workout built for fitness and weight loss, at your own pace
- Kids & teen classes kids and teen kickboxing classes — built around confidence, focus, and fun
- Private lessons one-on-one coaching available — a focused way to start or to work around a busy schedule; ask about availability and rates
- Competition team a competition team for members who want to test themselves in the ring — amateur kickboxing, muay thai, or K-1
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule jaisumuaythai.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone +1 919-703-0172
Hours
| Monday | 5–9:30 pm |
| Tuesday | 5–9:30 pm |
| Wednesday | 5–9:30 pm |
| Thursday | 6–9:30 pm |
| Friday | 6–9:30 pm |
| Saturday | 11 am–3 pm |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“The kids classes are just as impressive - structured, positive, and confidence-building.”
“Regardless of whether I went to the beginner or advanced classes, I've left each getting a killer workout while learning something new and having fun.”
“I highly recommend for anyone looking to train, compete, or even just learn a beautiful craft.”
“Johnny and his team have created a very welcoming environment for all Muay Thai skill levels, from those who are taking their first class to advanced practitioners.”
“Our other two coaches Dodge, Muay Thai, and Sean, boxing coach, are also just as amazing to work with!”
“I’ve worked with Johnny in both classes and one on one sessions and he is by far the most genuine and caring coaches you will find.”
Other martial arts here
“Johnny and his team have created a very welcoming environment for all Muay Thai skill levels, from those who are taking their first class to advanced practitioners.”
“Our other two coaches Dodge, Muay Thai, and Sean, boxing coach, are also just as amazing to work with!”
“Whether your goal is to become a fighter or to learn self defense or even just to get a good workout in, Jai Su is the place to go.”
What members say
“Our other two coaches Dodge, Muay Thai, and Sean, boxing coach, are also just as amazing to work with!”
“Johnny and his team have created a very welcoming environment for all Muay Thai skill levels, from those who are taking their first class to advanced practitioners.”
“my son was hooked after 1 lesson!”
“I really appreciate how Johnny focuses on teaching the fundamentals and traditional aspects of Muay Thai while also making the classes challenging with conditioning drills.”
“Come here if you are looking for a physical and spiritual transformation with like minded individuals.”
“I highly recommend for anyone looking to train, compete, or even just learn a beautiful craft.”
From the reviews
Johnny Kru is well known across the area and has helped cultivate a lot of talent in the RTP area and beyond. He's brought together a dedicated group individuals all sharing the goal of spreading and sharing their passion of Muay Thai and helping you further your goals.
Just did my first class here and it was great. I been training in Muay Thai for a few years now and this place is a good intimate gym to train and truly learn the art. Johnny is a good teacher/coach full of knowledge. It’s a fairly new gym still in the building the stages but the the foundation is definitely there.
Here is the most traditional Muay Thai gym I have seen in NC so far. No fancy stuff, pure hard work here
The only authentic Muay Thai taught here in RDU area. I’ve worked with Johnny in both classes and one on one sessions and he is by far the most genuine and caring coaches you will find. He cares about his students success and is very welcoming to beginners!
New to kickboxing? Start at Jai Su Muay Thai Academy
Jai Su Muay Thai Academy 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 class is for. A few things worth knowing before your first week. First, you don't need to be fit or coordinated to start — you get in shape by training, not before it, and coaches scale every drill to you. Second, you won't be thrown into hard sparring — reputable gyms build the basics (stance, footwork, and punches and kicks on pads and bags) first, and any contact eases in gradually under a coach's control. Third, all fitness 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 kickboxing class at Jai Su Muay Thai Academy
Nervous about walking into a kickboxing 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 — stance, footwork, and punches and kicks on pads or a heavy bag — not hard sparring. Go at your own pace and rest whenever you need to; no one will bat an eye. What to wear: comfortable athletic clothes you can move and sweat in, and supportive trainers. What to bring: water, and hand wraps and gloves if you have them — many gyms lend loaner gloves for a first class, so it's worth asking when you call. As you keep training you'll add your own gloves and wraps (and shin guards once you start sparring). Sparring is optional and eases in gradually, once your basics 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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