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Muay Thai training at Ultimate MMA Academy
Permas Jaya · Johor Bahru

Muay Thai in Permas Jaya

Muay Thai classesat Malaysia's first MMA gym — come to get fit, lose weight, relieve stress and learn to defend yourself.

The class

What to expect

Muay Thai — the art of eight limbs — has been UMA's flagship discipline since 2006. You'll build real striking power and timing through pad-work, bag rounds and controlled, friendly sparring.

Total beginners through to competitors. No experience needed — coaches start you on the fundamentals.

Getting here from Permas Jaya

A short drive from Permas Jaya — our main gym is in Taman Mount Austin. Cross the Permas bridge and follow the Tebrau side up to Mount Austin — around 15 minutes on a normal evening, above Happy Fish Swim School. You'll find us at 39-02, Jalan Mutiara Emas 10/19, Taman Mount Austin, 81100 Johor Bahru (Above Happy Fish).

We regularly have members training with us from Permas Jaya, Bandar Baru Permas and Senibong.

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Why UMA
  • Founded 2006 — widely cited as Malaysia's first MMA gym.
  • Led by Melvin Yeoh — ONE Championship veteran & full-time schoolteacher.
  • All levels & all ages — total beginners welcome.

Try Muay Thai this week

No experience, fitness or gear needed.