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Valdez Muay Thai Kickboxing
4.3 ★★★★☆ 38 Google reviews · Kickboxing gym in Whittier, California
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 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
- 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 valdezkickboxing.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone +1 562-693-1200
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.”
“If you are looking to eventually compete in the sport, this is definitely the place where you want to build up your skills!”
“This is not a sport for the weak and training can be intense at times but Kru Valdez and the coaches have helped push me to reach higher limits within myself”
“My daughter just started here and I can already tell you that it is a good gym.”
Other martial arts here
“If you’re looking for old school style Muay Thai training with great coaches and a facility this is the place to be.”
“It’ll take your game to the next level whether you’re trying to compete or learn self defense.”
What members say
“If you’re looking for old school style Muay Thai training with great coaches and a facility this is the place to be.”
“They offer everything from beginner classes, intermediate and advanced so they can meet you at your skill level and help you excel.”
“If you are looking to eventually compete in the sport, this is definitely the place where you want to build up your skills!”
“I've been training at Valdez for about 4 years now and have been treated like nothing less than family since day 1.”
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 kickboxing? 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 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 Valdez Muay Thai Kickboxing
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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