This place is awesome. Initially when I inquired I left a voicemail and received a call back to explain to me any questions I had, pricing and class schedules which are accurate and up to date with what it showed on their website. Jean Carillo the owner is very nice and knowledgeable about the intricacies of Muay Thai. The gym is very well kept and clean, good equipment such as the bags and pads werr well taken care of. The atmosphere and people in the gym are exactly the reason I was looking for a place to train Muay Thai. The saying is advertised on the website says no ego, no attitude, no contract and no fees is accurate. I haven't noticed anyone with an ego in class, no contract is absolutely shows how good the place is, they aren't trying to lock you into any contract because the worth of this gym is good on its own. No initiation fees. I would recommend this class to anyone looking to start training for the first time ever or an experienced Muay Thai practitioner. If you have looked and looked for somewhere to train, do yourself a favor and come check out this place it's top notch with a world class instructor. A+ read more

Great gym, cool peeps, awesome coach! I feel like i learn something new everyday while still drilling the in the fundamentals at the same time. They offer different classes and have muay thai class in the morning and night (sparring included, twice a week). Gym is nice and CLEAN. Thank you Coach and Carrillo Muay Thai for everything! read more

Discovering this gym changed my life ! Coach I adore you , the coaches , the gym and the community you have built . I just had knee surgery and needed to change things up and in my healing process I discovered that everything I learned in the Bay Area WAS WRONG . It's so important to find a coach/trainer that's certified in anatomy because is makes a tremendous difference not to mention the damage you can be doing to your body if not trained correctly . Coach has given me tools to better my health and has helped me tremendously on my road to recovery . We focused on what I could do and not what I couldn't and he encouraged me to pace my self at all times , but at the same time knows exactly when to push me . This place truly is exactly what it advertises. No ego and the entire community welcomed me with open arms offering support and encouragement . Coach Jean , These fighters are no joke ! You really know what you are doing and I want to thank you from the bottom of my heart for helping me on my journey . This place is amazing and I am so grateful I joined this gym . Thank you so much read more

I'm the average joe just like you, trying to convince myself to get into a martial art but I was too intimidated to make the first step. What if they just throw me in the deep end to get my ass beat, Wasn't too sure if it was for me or if the regiment would be too intense for me you know that kinda stuff, but the training is all on technique that naturally conditions you. I had absolutely zero fight experience walking in, and only after a few months no one could believe how fast I have excelled. They held my hand through the whole process, welcomed me and treated me like I've been there for years. Everyone laughs with each other, helps each other. His motto no ego is really exercised in the gym. My point is that there really is no reason to be intimidated, this gym is unlike any other homegrown local community. Go CMT. read more

I have called up and talked to many fighting gyms and dojos in the past. Coach Jean is the ONLY person I have ever talked to that did not "recruit" me to come join. He laid out what the gym had to offer, he said he would take care of me since I was a beginner, and he did just that. First day, he paired me up with an experienced Coach and took time to show me the form, critiqued me, and helped me get better. It's simple in his gym, learn, don't have an ego, don't have an attitude, and most of all strive to always be better. The commitment that he wants is for you to be a better fighter overall. This is not one of those flimsy kickboxing or cardio based workout places. This is for those who are dedicated to learning a craft. The gym is clean, the people who are there all have the same goal of learning and will welcome you with openness and make you feel like you belong regardless of the fact that it's your first day. I would definitely recommend this place to everyone who wants to learn muy thai and will commit to having no ego, no attitude, and having that desire to learn! read more

I don't even know where to start! I am so grateful I have found such an amazing coach and gym! I have been training in Muay Thai for less than a month and I wish I had found Jean years before. I feel so comfortable learning from such an amazing coach and mentor. He motivates you and inspires you all lesson long!!! From beginners (me) to pros, Jean will give everyone the same encouragement and training. I friggen love this class! THANKYOU Jean!!!!!!!!!!!!! read more

Great gym! Went in for a seven pm workout and was instantly welcomed like family :) Jean is a great coach who constantly looks over all students to make sure we continue improving our techniques. I had a great time and will be looking forward to coming back soon! read more

I came to jean's Muay Thai class completely unexperienced. The moment I walked in everyone was so welcoming and instantly made me feel a part of the Muay Thai family. Also, being a girl at this gym is not an issue. Everyone was so positive and are always willing to help you with your technique. I'd highly recommend taking classes at this gym, whether you're just a beginner or a pro. I've only taken 5 sessions and could not have asked for a better place to learn Muay Thai. read more

The CMT gym is the best! Coach Jean really takes the time to teach you the art of Muay Thai and the the rest of the CMT family are their to help ever step of the way and teach you all they can. Everyone is accepting and brings you in as apart of the family. This is the place you want to come to if you want to really learn what makes Muay Thai an art. read more

I was searching for a genuine Muay Thai gym all over Orange County and I found an outstanding place at Carrillo Muay Thai. Coach Jean is on point with his program. He teaches the fundamentals down to it's details. It's a friendly environment with cool people!! Come check it out! ! read more

If you are looking for a Muay Thai gym to be a part of, then look no further, CMT is a great place to train. This is my third week at CMT and have nothing but good things to say about the place. Since day one, every member has been extremely welcoming and helpful, this includes Coach Carrillo. What sealed the deal for me to continue here was how involved Coach Carrillo is with the class. He is always going around checking on your technique, giving advice on how to improve. If you have never trained in Muay Thai or any other martial arts, don't let that stop you from coming in. This place is great for all levels. read more

I've been training in Krav Maga for two years and was looking for a fighting discipline that would help me improve my overall performance in Krav Maga. Since I started training at Carrillo Muy Thai, in about a month my aggressiveness, kicking and punching power, sparring, and overall technique in Krav Maga has greatly improved. Gym members at Krav Maga have noticed improvement that to the attentiveness of coach Carrillo. Coach Carrillo constantly monitors our training to fix any slight error. I've also lost weight since I started training at Carrillo Muy Thai thanks to the high intensity workouts. I highly recommend anyone looking to step up their game to train at Carrillo Muy Thai. read more

This is honestly the best gym I've trained at, everyone is really friendly here. We all help each other develope. It's a great place to train whether you're looking to get into shape or fight. I've noticed my technique improve greatly. Working with Mr. Carrillo has made me even more confident in my striking. He's a caring coach he will help you in any way you can. So, I highly recommend signing up. read more

So many people have said it well; classes are tough and will leave you gasping, the other students are giving and helpful, there are no attitudes or egos here, Jean the instructor really knows his stuff and cares that you actually learn, you will learn to protect yourself if you put in the time and effort, expect a bruise or two- it is a badge of honor to get one here and the price you pay to really achieve all you can, you will never be sorry you signed up here. It is a lot of fun, friendshios will be made with enthusiastic people, and the instructor is passionate about the sport and making sure you learn all you can. read more

Coach Review: I am not a pro fighter but I have been training for quite some time in Muay Thai and have had numerous coaches and been to a handful of MMA related gyms in Southern California. With that being said, the day I met Jean he completely corrected all my techniques that I had been taught before with a rational explanation for everything. Jean Carrillo is easily one of the most experienced Muay Thai coaches in California period. He was one of the main trainers for "Razor" Rob Mcullough former WEC lightweight champion. Jean also trained in the 90s with the legendary Ramon Dekkers whom many widely regard one of the best kickboxers that have ever walked the face of the planet. Beyond his amazing credentials he brings so much genuine passion and care to teaching. Even for those who are casual practitioners and hobbyist he will spend the time to help make your technique beautiful while pushing your physical limits to get you into phenomenal shape. Gym Review: Beyond Jean, the team itself is great. Everyone is very friendly and there are no egos at this gym. Doesn't matter what physical condition you are currently, there is no judgement here and everyone pushes each other with positive reinforcement. My favorite part of coming here is the family atmosphere and meeting some great people for all walks of life. The gym has a wide array of different punching bags with a boxing ring and overall is a clean place to train. Conclusion: Whether you are an aspiring professional fighter or a hobbyist Jean can help you get to whatever goals you have in mind. I recommend Muay Thai to anyone, it's a great way to get in shape, you learn effective techniques, and most of all your mental confidence will shoot through the roof. read more

I call Jean my COACH out of RESPECT!!! Unfortunately I have to say the techniques that he teaches me I have to use once in a while at work and it's not that I want to training with him has giving me much more confidence that some of the situations that I get myself into I've been able to defend myself and Coach makes it so easy to learn TRUST me when I say Come in train and one day it may SAVE UR LIFE!!! And what's so awesome is if you want to come in the morning and at night he lets you because he wants you to get that much better!!!! And the feeling I get training there is I'm not just part of a team but a family!!! read more

Coach Jean is amazing! He teaches the true Muay Thai taught in Thailand, which is so hard to find with other instructors. More importantly, he is kind, and he works with each individual student so their skill improves. He is truly a great person and a great coach! read more

I'm a generally shy and anxious person when I first meet people or at any events. I've been wanting to train MMA for the past few years since I started following UFC. I never got around to it because I feared the intimidation. A whole bunch of people sparring and fighting, and then there's me: no experience whatsoever and a tiny little girl. My friend gifted me with Carrillo Muay Thai for my birthday, and boy, am I beyond thankful! I was extremely nervous, but right as I walked in through the door, I felt welcomed and not judged. Everyone was super helpful and eager to see me succeed. I highly recommend this place to everyone! It will boost your confidence, give you a total body workout, and hey- make you feel like a badass!!! Coach Carrillo is straightforward, but extremely patient. He will make you feel at ease with his sense of humor, too. Seriously, this place rocks. INTIMIDATION BE GONE!!! But that doesn't mean people are in there not really giving it their all- because there are people in there who go all out and it's fascinating to watch them train because they're so good! Love this place! read more