St. Augustine, FL · Muay Thai · Christ-Centered

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Authentic Muay Thai in a clean, faith-driven community. St. Augustine's only authentic Muay Thai school — sharpen your craft, build your body, and forge discipline that lasts.

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CHRIST CENTERED✦

AUTHENTIC MUAY THAI✦

ST. AUGUSTINE, FL✦

DISCIPLINE✦

THE ART OF EIGHT LIMBS✦

CLEAN COMMUNITY✦

CHRIST CENTERED✦

AUTHENTIC MUAY THAI✦

ST. AUGUSTINE, FL✦

DISCIPLINE✦

THE ART OF EIGHT LIMBS✦

CLEAN COMMUNITY✦

/ The Manifesto

More thana gym.

War Room Performance is St. Augustine's only authentic Muay Thai school — where sweat meets purpose. We build fighters and disciples of discipline in a room that stays clean, humble, and relentlessly professional.

Christ-Centered

We train with purpose beyond the mirror. Every session begins and ends in gratitude — a clean, welcoming community built on faith, respect, and discipline.

Elite Standard

Authentic Muay Thai coaching held to a professional standard. No egos, no shortcuts — only precise technique, honest effort, and measurable progress.

Everyone Belongs

First-timers and fighters share the same floor. We meet you where you are and forge you into who you're becoming — one round at a time.

/ Programs

Train the eight limbs

Authentic Muay Thai for beginners, experienced students, youth, and fighters.

Ages 13+ · Mon–Thu

Teens & Adults Muay Thai

Two class levels for teens and adults (ages 13+). Beginners Muay Thai (7:30 PM) is designed for beginners and developing students — Muay Thai fundamentals, technique, conditioning, pad work, partner drills, and building a strong technical foundation. No previous Muay Thai or combat sports experience required. Advanced Muay Thai (6:30 PM) is higher-level training for experienced students and fighters; sessions vary based on experience, upcoming fights, individual development, and the needs of the fight team.

Youth · Tue & Thu, 5:00 PM

Kids Muay Thai

Authentic Muay Thai fundamentals in a structured, disciplined, and encouraging environment. Students develop technique, coordination, confidence, discipline, respect, and physical conditioning while learning real Muay Thai. Classes are structured around proper technique, safety, development, and age-appropriate training.

1-on-1 · By Appointment

Private Lessons

Individualized Muay Thai instruction based on your goals, experience level, and areas of development. Sessions can focus on fundamentals, technical refinement, pad work, fight preparation, or specific areas that need additional attention. Available for beginners, experienced students, fighters, and youth athletes.

By Coaching Staff

Fighter Team / Advanced Program

War Room develops fighters through the Advanced Muay Thai program and dedicated fight preparation. Training varies depending on the athlete's experience, readiness, commitment, upcoming competition, and individual development. Participation in the fight team and competition preparation is determined by the coaching staff. This is not an open beginner program and is not offered as a separate daily scheduled class.

Everyone starts somewhere. Come train with us — your first class is free.

/ The Corner

Coached by

Two coaches. One standard. Real competitive experience, technical development, and a room built for the people who walk through the doors.

/ 01

Head Coach, Owner, and Active Fighter

Nick Villanueva

7+ Years in Combat Sports

Chute Boxe Diego Lima // Coached under Carlos Paltronieri

With a heart for people and excellence, Coach Nicky set out to be a different name in combat sports. With more than seven years in combat sports, a background coming from Chute Boxe Diego Lima, and having been coached under Carlos Paltronieri, he brings real competitive experience and technical development into War Room Performance.

As Head Coach, Owner, active fighter, and Head Coach of the Competition Team, Coach Nicky leads War Room's overall coaching system — from developing complete beginners to preparing experienced athletes for competition.

He created War Room Performance with a vision of building more than just a local Muay Thai gym — a place committed to going above and beyond in professionalism, community, and the development of its people.

The War Room was designed to teach people how to prepare for life — the biggest war of all.

/ 02

Co-Owner, Coach, and Head Coach of the Women

Coach JJ

5 Years in Combat Sports

Kings MMA — Anaheim, CA // Coached by Nolan Ticman

Coming from Kings MMA in Anaheim, California, Coach JJ brings five years of Muay Thai and combat sports experience to War Room Performance.

Having been coached by former UFC fighter Nolan Ticman, Coach JJ developed a hands-first Muay Thai approach that brings a different technical perspective to the War Room.

As Co-Owner, Coach, Back Office Operations Manager, and Head Coach of the Women at War Room Performance, Coach JJ plays an important role both on and off the mats. She also contributes her technical perspective to the development of War Room's competitors while Coach Nicky remains Head Coach of the Competition Team.

Community-first, Coach JJ is committed to helping War Room remain set apart from the rest of the combat sports industry through professionalism, authentic coaching, strong relationships, and genuine investment in the people who walk through the doors.

/ Weekly Schedule

Show up. Every day.

Times shown are local. First class is always free — no commitment, just come train.

Mon

6:30 PM
Advanced Muay Thai
7:30 PM
Beginners Muay Thai

Tue

5:00 PM
Kids Muay Thai
6:30 PM
Advanced Muay Thai
7:30 PM
Beginners Muay Thai

Wed

6:30 PM
Advanced Muay Thai
7:30 PM
Beginners Muay Thai

Thu

5:00 PM
Kids Muay Thai
6:30 PM
Invitation Sparring
Invitation Only
7:30 PM
Beginners Muay Thai

/ Google Reviews

What people are saying

4.9

Google Rating

Based on 36 Google Reviews

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Eddie Villanueva

6 months ago

Good atmosphere and effective training structure with their Muay Thai dedicated discipline. Coaches Nick & Jeily along with assistants show strong dedication to their students. Adults and kids thrive here. Highly recommended.

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daniela mercades

4 months ago

Best martial arts gym I’ve ever been to. The vibe is immaculate. Whether you want to casually learn Muay Thai at a chill pace, or if you want to push yourself physically, or if you want to really learn how to fight, this gym can offer you any experience you seek. Coach Nicky and Coach JJ are super intuitive with every student and communicate well. Every class feels like you got work done. The classic respectful atmosphere combined with the modern attitude of a fight gym is in perfect balance here. Couldn’t thank the coaches enough. This gym gave me everything I was looking for in that season of my life. 5 stars from me

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Jack Glendenning

2 months ago

I walked into War Room Performance not ever having any martial arts experience and they were the most welcoming gym I've ever been too. Coach Nicky and JJ push you in the most healthiest way and build your confidence in ways you didn't think was possible. They teach you the fighting style of muay thai but also the culture and respect behind it. I'd highly recommend this muay thai gym to anyone who wants an "In" to the martial arts world.

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Rob Lemon

2 months ago

The war room performance is hands down the best Muay Thai gym in Saint Augustine! The best decision I ever made is to continue to walk through those doors. The coaches energy, patience and knowledge is unmatched! Great gym for any level of athlete!

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Jacob Allsup

5 months ago

By far the best Muay Thai gym I’ve been to in St. Aug! Coach Nicky and Coach JJ are great people and it reflects on the gym’s culture. They are patient and extremely attentive to each student. Most Muay Thai gyms just let beginners flail but they truly care about everyone who comes in like their family. Truly has become a home away from home.

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