
Battle-Tested Muay Thai. Real Results
Beginner-friendly Muay Thai in Tigard for real striking, practical defense, and calm under pressure. No experience needed.
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Train For
Real Life
What You'll Learn
Our training is designed to build you from the ground up, ensuring strong fundamentals and real-world effectiveness.

Fundamental Striking
Learn to generate power and precision with your punches, kicks, and elbows. We focus on proper technique to build a solid foundation for both offense and defense

The Clinch & Control
Discover the core of Muay Thai. We teach you how to control an opponent in close quarters, using knees and positional dominance to command the fight.

Defensive Skills & Sparring
Safety is our priority. Learn to block, parry, and move with purpose. Our controlled, technique-focused sparring sessions are designed for learning, not injury.

Elite Conditioning
Muay Thai is the ultimate full-body workout. Our classes incorporate conditioning drills that will torch calories, build lean muscle, and dramatically improve your endurance.



About River City Warriors
Rooted in Tigard just minutes from downtown Portland, RCW has spent 15 + years refining a no-shortcuts approach to martial-arts instruction. Every coach is a seasoned practitioner and proven teacher, delivering small-group classes where technique, safety, and personal progress take priority. Fifteen years in business hasn't changed our neighborhood spirit—it's sharpened it.
What Makes RCW Different
We teach practical Muay Thai for real life—distance, timing, and simple if-then plans drilled safely with optional contact. Consistent coaches and capped classes keep you progressing through clear milestones. Each session pairs technique with conditioning so you get stronger now and more prepared for later.
Become The Person You're Meant to Be
A body that's ready for anything and functional strength that translates to real life. Our average members drop 15lbs in 60 days while building lean, explosive muscles.
Muay Thai rewires your stress response. What used to trigger anxiety now triggers focus. Our members report staying calm in confrontations, negotiations, and high-pressure situations that would have rattled them before.
There's something different about people who know they can defend themselves. It's not aggressive - it's the opposite. A calm assurance that changes how others perceive and interact with you. No posturing needed.

More Than a Gym,
We're a Tribe
Forget the intimidating "fight gym" stereotype. River City Warriors is a goal-oriented community built on respect and mutual growth. We believe martial arts is for everyone. Whether you're a complete beginner looking to get in shape or a seasoned practitioner honing your skills, you'll find a supportive and safe environment here.

Frequently Asked Questions
Absolutely not. Most of our members begin with zero martial arts background. Our beginner-friendly curriculum is designed to ease you in step by step. You'll learn stance, footwork, and basic strikes first, no overwhelming drills or pressure. Within a few weeks, you'll already notice improved balance, coordination, and confidence.
No. Sparring is completely optional and only introduced if and when you're ready. Many students train for fitness, stress relief, or self-defense and never spar. If you're curious about it, our coaches provide safe, supervised, and technical sparring sessions—not “fight club” chaos. You set the pace.
Just water, comfortable workout clothes, and an open mind. We'll provide gloves and gear.
Not at all. Muay Thai meets you where you're at. Our coaches scale workouts so you'll be challenged, but never overwhelmed. Whether you're looking to shed pounds, build muscle, or simply feel more energetic, you'll find that progress happens faster than you expect.
Yes. Our classes are technique-first and always supervised by experienced coaches. We emphasize control, respect, and safety. This is not a reckless fight gym. Students of all skill levels train together in a positive environment where injuries are extremely rare.
Most beginners start with 2-3 classes per week. That's enough to notice improvements in strength, cardio, and confidence within the first month. Consistency is more important than intensity, and our flexible schedule makes it easy to build training into your routine.
Definitely. Muay Thai is one of the most practical striking arts in the world. You'll learn how to stay calm under pressure, manage distance, and use effective techniques to protect yourself if needed. Many of our students say they feel safer and more prepared in daily life after just a few weeks of training.
We welcome adults of all ages, and we also offer youth programs. Our kids' classes focus on discipline, confidence, and fitness while keeping training fun and age-appropriate.
Your First Class
Is On Us
Try one session, meet the coaches, and decide after. Small-group spots fill fast—reserve yours today.