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Naruepon Muay Thai Academy
5 ★★★★★ 34 Google reviews · Kickboxing gym in Tucson, Arizona
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 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
- Sparring sparring and partner work for members who want it — always optional, eased in gradually, with the coach controlling the contact
- 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 narueponmuaythai.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone (520) 849-0008
Hours
| Monday | 10:30–11:30 AM, 5:30–8:30 PM |
| Tuesday | 7–8 AM, 4:30–8:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 10:30–11:30 AM, 5:30–8:30 PM |
| Thursday | 7–8 AM, 4:30–8:30 PM |
| Friday | 10:30–11:30 AM, 5:30–7:30 PM |
| Saturday | 10 AM–12 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“Whether you're looking to compete and fight, or get a great workout, this place IS the place to do it!”
“very kid, family, and beginner friendly but still a place where you can go and push your limits!”
“Training here as a beginner has been a great experience and I even get to see the advanced training and sparring for fighters which is super cool to watch.”
“Training here as a beginner has been a great experience and I even get to see the advanced training and sparring for fighters which is super cool to watch.”
“Whether you’re training as a hobbyist, preparing to compete, or simply looking to get in shape, the staff and facility will help you reach your goals.”
“We’ve been training at Naruepon Muay Thai in Tucson for years now and I honestly can’t say enough good things about this place.”
“It’s one of those environments where everyone is welcome, kids, teens, adults, women — doesn’t matter your experience level, you feel supported right away.”
Other martial arts here
“We’ve been training at Naruepon Muay Thai in Tucson for years now and I honestly can’t say enough good things about this place.”
“At first I came here to lose weight and for self-defense, but as I continued training and fell in love with the sport, I became interested in competing as well.”
What members say
“Kru Naruepon Fairtex is an incredible trainer, and I'm not just saying that cause he could kick me into next week.”
“Training here as a beginner has been a great experience and I even get to see the advanced training and sparring for fighters which is super cool to watch.”
“I’ve noticed individuals technique and conditioning improve, and the atmosphere is both challenging and welcoming.”
“My son has grown so much since joining and he loves the challenge that the classes bring.”
“Whether you’re training as a hobbyist, preparing to compete, or simply looking to get in shape, the staff and facility will help you reach your goals.”
“I've trained in fight gyms all over the country, and can say this is the best AND I have to say, it's the cleanest gym too!”
From the reviews
It is truly an honor to have Kru Naruepon here in Tucson! Training under a legend of the sport is a rare opportunity! Kru Naruepon is an exceptional instructor. His knowledge of Muay Thai is deep and authentic, his technique is impeccable, and his ability to break down the art and pass it on to students of all levels…
We’ve been training at Naruepon Muay Thai in Tucson for years now and I honestly can’t say enough good things about this place. Kru Naruepon Fairtex is an incredible trainer, and I'm not just saying that cause he could kick me into next week. Especially if you’ve got kids they are incredible with them.
A great gym and a clean facility. The instructors are knowledgeable and the experience has been fantastic.
Nice family owned Muay Thai studio. Clean facilities and knowledgeable instructors.
New to kickboxing? Start at Naruepon Muay Thai Academy
Naruepon 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 Naruepon 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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