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FIGHT and FITNESS

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MUAY THAI which simply means the boxing of of Thailand), is the national sport of Thailand. This sport has been around for four centuries. In ancient times, the people of Thailand developed muay thai as a defense against enemy nations and it was tested in hand to hand combat by the ancient warriors of Siam. Muay Thai's effectiveness is unmatched in the world of martial arts due to its simple training approach: keep things basic, using only what works and train, train, train. Since the 1920's muay thai has developed into a modern day sport similar to western boxing and similarly has a global fight circuit. Muay thai makes use of four of the body's weapons: legs, knees, elbows and fists. Muay thai differs from other martial arts, as it does not have a colored belt system typical of karate and tae kwon do. Muay thai fighters test their skills in the ring, but not all practitioners fight. Techniques taught are learned quickly and are easily integrated into daily life. Its simplicity is so effective that the modern form is almost identical to it's traditional form. Muay thai has evolved to work well with a modern lifestyle. This system provides stress relief, strength, cardio-vascular fitness, self-defense and it is extremely fun. We teach authentic muay thai with basic and advanced techniques. At Fight and Fitness, we give you unmatched instruction from some of the world's greatest trainers. This is a workout that will challenge you both physically and mentally.
BOXING Whether you are looking for the bay areas best workout or if you want to compete in the ring, we have a program for you. From basic stance and movement drills to ring strategy this class has something for everyone. Much like muay thai, boxing is great for cardio-vascular, stress relief, strength training, self-defense and it is extremely fun. Fight and Fitness is registered and recognized by USA Boxing.
MIXED MARTIAL ARTS (MMA) Our mixed martial arts class combines muay thai, boxing, jiu jitsu and judo. This style is commonly referred to as “ultimate fighting”. The description says it all. You don’t need to be a fighter to participate in this class but be ready for an intense workout.
Only $10 for a trial lesson - receive a free pair of hand wraps!The introductory class is your chance to try us out before you commit to a membership. We will guide you through all of the basic moves and explain how the classes are run. In addition, you will get one of the best training sessions in town. Classes are available for all skill and fitness levels.
Gym Address:
734 Bryant St. (5th and Bryant)
San Francisco, Ca 94107
Gym Phone: 415 495-2211
Gym Fax#: (415) 495-2211
Toll Free: 888 855-KICK (5425)
President: Christopher Cariaso
[email protected]
Cell: 415 794-1409, Local 415 495-2211
Director of Training: Bunkerd Faphimai
[email protected]
Cell: 415 571-0731, Local 415 495-2211
Marketing & Web Site Manager/Office Manager: Jen Richardson
[email protected]
Cell: 415 519-3250, Local 415 495-2211

My Interests

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Do I need to be in shape to join? Absolutely not. At Fight and Fitness, our goal is to help you reach your goals, whatever they are. We are here to get you in shape, teach you great technique, and push you to your limits.

Do I need experience to start? No. We will teach you everything you need to know. We have programs for beginners to professional fighters.

Can I try a class before I join? Yes. Your first class is free. Just give us a call and we can schedule a lesson today. We will have all the equipment needed for your first day. We have a feeling you will love it and have fun too!

Is this sport for all ages? Definitely. One of the great things about boxing, muay thai and m.m.a. is that anyone can do it! The moves are basic and easy to learn. Unlike some martial arts and sports, you do not have to be flexible to master the techniques.

Do women train here too? Yes. We have many women already enrolled and some excellent woman fighters as well!

I don’t want to fight; can I still join and not get hurt? Of course. Muay thai, boxing, and m.m.a. will get you in shape and you never have to fight. The classes are designed so that you are primarily hitting and kicking pads that your partner holds or a heavy bag. If at a later date you would like to begin sparring, that is entirely up to you. Many people train for years and never opt to spar.

What equipment do I need to join? The only equipment we require you to have is your own gloves and hand wraps. We provide the rest of the training equipment. If you happen to forget something, we have some loaners or a fully stocked pro-shop.

Why should I join Fight and Fitness as opposed to another Muay Thai/Boxing gym?In the age of the big cooperate gym, we kept our gym small and personal (with ability to expand the facility, in time.) We give everyone personal attention and make everybody feel welcome. Our gym is family owned and operated, so we care deeply about the success of our business! Plus, our instructors are top notch and Bunkerd is known throughout the world.

How do I get started?Just give us a call and we can get you on your way. We can be reached at

Gym Address:
734 Bryant St. (5th and Bryant)
San Francisco, Ca 94107
Gym Phone: 415 495-2211
Gym Fax#: (415) 495-2211
Toll Free: 888 855-KICK (5425)

President: Christopher Cariaso
[email protected]
Cell: 415 794-1409, Local 415 495-2211

Director of Training: Bunkerd Faphimai
[email protected]
Cell: 415 571-0731, Local 415 495-2211

Marketing & Web Site Manager/Office Manager: Jen Richardson
[email protected]
Cell: 415 519-3250, Local 415 495-2211

My Blog

Neungsiam Takes Home World Title

Neungsiam Takes Home World TitleFnF's Samart (Neungsiam) Samphusri finally had the opportunity to make his U.S.A. debut. It was a great night. The fights, on a Tuesday night in Fresno, were some of th...
Posted by on Tue, 05 Dec 2006 20:24:00 GMT

Strike Force Results

Strike Force ResultsFirst of all, we would like to thank everyone who made it out to the fights to support our team. Fight and Fitness had a huge cheering section and it was great to see everyone all ...
Posted by on Tue, 05 Dec 2006 20:22:00 GMT

Team Paris Puts on Excellent Show in Alameda

Team Paris Puts on Excellent Show in Alameda Paris Alexander, head coach from Fight and Fitness, took a team to compete in the Bay Area vs. Las Vegas Boxing event in Alameda. Doreen Wong, Gordon Che...
Posted by on Tue, 05 Dec 2006 20:21:00 GMT

Cariaso Wins in M.M.A. Debut at the Stockton Showdown

Cariaso Wins in M.M.A. Debut at the Stockton Showdown So yes, the traffic was terrible from S.F. to Stockton on Friday night but it was well worth the trouble. The Stockton Arena pulled in about 5,0...
Posted by on Tue, 05 Dec 2006 20:20:00 GMT

Darren Uyenoyama Wins at Pan American

Darren Uyenoyama Wins at Pan AmericanGames 2006 In a last minute decision while in L.A., FnF trainer, Darren Uyenoyama, decided to enter the Pan American Games just weeks after winning the Grappler'...
Posted by on Tue, 05 Dec 2006 20:20:00 GMT

All-Women's Smoker Beats Out U.F.C.

All-Women's Smoker Beats Out U.F.C. Well we knew that they were out there - and we proved it! April 15, 2006 we had an extremely packed house to see 15 incredible women bouts here at Fight and Fitne...
Posted by on Tue, 05 Dec 2006 20:19:00 GMT

FnF FIGHTERS REIGN OVER FRESNO FIGHTS WITH 3 WINS

FnF FIGHTERS REIGN OVER FRESNO FIGHTS WITH 3 WINS It was an exciting night of fights for the FnF fans that took the 3 hour drive to Fresno. Giovanni Napolitano, Damien Noorbakhsh, and Ray Juachon al...
Posted by on Tue, 05 Dec 2006 20:19:00 GMT

DARREN UYENOYAMA TAKES CHAMPIONSHIP BELT AT GRAPPLER'S QUEST - LAS VEGAS

DARREN UYENOYAMA TAKES CHAMPIONSHIP BELT AT GRAPPLER'S QUEST - LAS VEGAS FnF's MMA instructor did us proud at the most prestigious Jiu Jitsu tournament in the United States-The Grappler's Quest. It ...
Posted by on Tue, 05 Dec 2006 20:18:00 GMT

FIGHT AND FITNESS SMOKER - RECORD NUMBER OF FIGHTS

FIGHT AND FITNESS SMOKER - RECORD NUMBER OF FIGHTS FnF's busiest smoker yet! We never imagined our first smoker of the year would be so incredibly successful and busy. We had a record number of figh...
Posted by on Tue, 05 Dec 2006 20:18:00 GMT

NICKEL TOUR PRODUCTIONS ANNOUNCES THE FIRST DAILY REALITY SHOW

NICKEL TOUR PRODUCTIONS ANNOUNCES THE FIRST DAILY REALITY SHOW Nickel Tour Productions, who in the past have collaborated with The Pixel Corps to produce several of the most popular internet shows to ...
Posted by on Tue, 05 Dec 2006 20:17:00 GMT