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Ringcraft Muay Thai
5 ★★★★★ 53 Google reviews · Kickboxing gym in Portland, Oregon
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 ringcraftmuaythai.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone (503) 433-8045
Hours
| Monday | 8–9 AM, 6–8 PM |
| Tuesday | 8–9 AM, 12–2 PM, 4:30–8 PM |
| Wednesday | 8–9 AM, 12–2 PM, 4:30–8 PM |
| Thursday | 12–2 PM, 6–8 PM |
| Friday | 12–2 PM, 5–7:30 PM |
| Saturday | 10 AM–2 PM |
| Sunday | 10 AM–12 PM |
The classes they run
“Overall a great place to train for anyone whether they are dedicated beginners with no experience or dedicated athletes looking for a competitive push.”
“Classes go out of their way to incorporate instructional combinations and techniques, brutal pad rounds, and light playful sparring.”
“Great place to come if you want to get a really good workout with an inclusive community or if you want to actually compete and learn real authentic Muay Thai.”
“I've been in an out of combat sports gyms since 2010 and this gyms vibe is one-of-a-kind, no machismo or side-eye, just people who love Muay Thai and love to share it with others.”
Other martial arts here
“I've been in an out of combat sports gyms since 2010 and this gyms vibe is one-of-a-kind, no machismo or side-eye, just people who love Muay Thai and love to share it with others.”
What members say
“Coach Kim is patient, knowledgeable, encouraging, and always makes class fun while still keeping it challenging.”
“Overall a great place to train for anyone whether they are dedicated beginners with no experience or dedicated athletes looking for a competitive push.”
“This is consistently one of the best workouts I've ever had!”
“Great place to come if you want to get a really good workout with an inclusive community or if you want to actually compete and learn real authentic Muay Thai.”
“This is a great gym for beginners who are curious about the sport, but also highly technical and advanced for those who are wanting to up their game.”
From the reviews
As an aspiring nak muay of ~3 years, I am forever grateful for the community, culture, and instruction here at Ringcraft. I've trained here for over a year now, and I can confidently say that there is no where else I'd rather train in the PNW. The space is warm, friendly, safe, and very clean.
Been training at RingCraft Muay Thai for 3.5 years, and it's been an amazing journey. Starting as a beginner, I've had the privilege of growing into a coach and fighter under the expert guidance of Head Coach Greg. Greg's wealth of knowledge, dedication, and passion for Muay Thai is unmatched.
Greg is a welcoming person and a thorough teacher. His communication style is mature and clear for anyone wanting to learn a new skill and to exercise. Also, he is committed to the craft (as evidenced by his website, instagram) for those who have martial arts experience.
Head Coach Greg and his team of instructors are top tier in the art of teaching the art of eight limbs. I trained here for a year, and I learned so much beyond just combos.
New to kickboxing? Start at Ringcraft Muay Thai
Ringcraft Muay Thai 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 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 Ringcraft Muay Thai
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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