Pu‘u Muay Thai Martial Arts & Kickboxing Ventura - Ventura, California

Ricky Reyes

Dear pu’u Muay Thai / Jonathan pu’u

I wanted to take a moment to express my heartfelt thanks for the invaluable traveling tips you shared with me before my recent trip to Bangkok Thailand . Your advice on [transportation, accommodations, and dining was spot on and made a huge difference in making my journey smooth and enjoyable.

Your insider knowledge and expertise were truly appreciated, and I felt much more confident and prepared for my travels. Your tips saved me time, money, and stress, allowing me to focus on the things that mattered most ( Muay Thai ) exploring and experiencing the local culture and the amazing local gym keatkhamtorngym

Thank you again for your kindness, generosity, and expertise. I'm already looking forward to my next adventure and will definitely be seeking your advice again.

Best regards,

Ricardo Juarez / Ricky

Nicholas Kobe

I have four boys that all participate at Pu’u Muay Thai. I have found it to be a great family atmosphere with excellent role models throughout the studio. My wife and I attend as well and really enjoy the challenge and fitness benefits. Highly recommend to anyone who has experience or who is just getting started.

aleeya flores

Such a great place to start your Muay Thai journey and an even better place to grow in a community of support. I recommend for beginners, and those looking to continue in the sport.

Kaylin

EDIT in response to the points made in the comment for clarification:
I asked for a meeting for over 9 months and never got one. So unfortunately it is left here on the internet.

2. The academy does not pay industry standards. I also have screenshots of paystubs (I wasn’t an employee, but I have copies of another Lead Instructor’s workforce as proof). Also, if the academy can’t afford to properly pay coaches, maybe the owner, with over 16 years of Muay Thai experience and at least a dozen fights should start instructing again.
3. The other coaches and students appreciated me at the academy. The decision of my being kicked out was solely decided by Jonathan. There were no examples given of how I was disrespectful inside the academy because that did not happen. It was an emotional and personal decision. As you stated, I am dating your brother and you don’t like that.
5. I was actually mistaken when I said enrollment fee. I went back though my messages to double check, and in July of 2022, you were asking me for $499 because you wanted me to sign a new contract and pay first and last months tuition. Prices are still not posted online and as I understand they are subject to change depending on the situation.
After this is when I protested about the $499, I stopped paying because you said I didn’t have to. I have a screenshot but I feel it’s a bit much to upload that.
Let’s also bring up how a couple of my family members signed up and were paying full price at this time. My Dad for 6 month contract and my brother for 1 year. They both only trained for 2 months but continued to pay. They were happy to support me and the academy. Also not mentioned is all of the work I did for the academy out of kindness.
6. If this academy has been open for more than 10 years, why are there not more experienced training partners and fighters ? I wonder what happened to everyone.

Puu Muay Thai does teach authentic and traditional technique and has good clinch. I am giving a low star review because of the lack of values and ethics. Several coaches make less than $16/hr including one of the main coaches who recently stopped instructing. If you want to teach privates, the owner will ask for a 60% cut of whatever you charge. I was the only female fighter at the gym from 2021-2023 and the owner (who recently moved to Arizona) kicked me out in September of 2023. No truthful reason was given and all the other coaches were in disagreement, but decided not to say anything due to not wanting to create even more friction with the owner. I also did not get a meeting or a chance to properly talk about what happened on a professional level.
I will also mention that after you pay the Initiation fee and sign a contract for your first 6 months (or a year), once that contract ends, you will again be asked to pay another initiation fee. The pricing is not upfront or posted on their website. When I was last asked to pay, it was $499 initiation in addition to the monthly. I was asked to pay this even as a fighter who trained and helped members in the gym. The ethics of the gym owner are non-existent so be careful if you choose to train here. I can’t say anything negative about the Muay Thai other than a lack of experienced training partners, but this is not a problem for you if you are new.

TERESA BUCIO

Coach Zack has helped me improve my hand defense and my kicks. He is also a good role model.
I look forward to his class . Nico Ramirez

Vanessa Ruiz

Wow, loved it! I've never done anything like this. 40 yrs old it was intimidating trying new things. This place has very professional teachers very welcoming.

Skyler Gonsalves

Training the fundamentals here at Pu’u Muay Thai has been a great experience for me. I’ve learned so much in just a few short months, from how to defend myself to go on the offensive, and I’ve made some friends along the way. Highly recommended for anyone interested in martial arts or just looking for a fun way to get your cardio in

E. Aguilar

This martial art studio is simply amazing. The moment you walk in you feel welcome, appreciated, accepted and valued. My kids have developed a great sense of community here and they love training with all the coaches, Kru Ed, Kru Johnathan and Coach Steve. Highly recommend!! ♥️