About Jaguar Muay Thai Academy

Whether you're stepping into a gym for the first time, looking to improve your fitness, or preparing to compete, our coaching team is committed to helping every student grow. Our training blends authentic Muay Thai technique with a supportive team environment where beginners and experienced athletes train side by side.
Jaguar Muay Thai Academy is a welcoming Muay Thai gym in Sacramento dedicated to helping people build confidence, discipline, and real striking skill.

Our Story

Jaguar Muay Thai Academy was built to create a place where people of all backgrounds can train authentic Muay Thai in a supportive and challenging environment.

Since opening, the gym has grown into a strong community of beginners, competitors, families, and everyday people looking to improve their fitness, confidence, and skills. We believe great training goes beyond technique. It builds discipline, resilience, and trust.

Whether someone is stepping into class for the first time or preparing for competition, our goal is to help every student grow on and off the mats.

Meet the Owners

Kru Josh  & Kru Erica Kretschmann

Owners / Head instructors
Josh and Erica Kretschmann have helped shape Jaguar Muay Thai Academy into a respected and welcoming training environment in Sacramento. Their leadership has built a gym culture centered on authentic Muay Thai, discipline, community, and long term growth.

Together, they have created a space where beginners, families, and competitive fighters can train with confidence, receive quality coaching, and feel part of something bigger than just a workout.

Our Coaching Team

Our coaching staff brings years of experience in competition, officiating, and instruction. Together, they help students of all levels build strong fundamentals, sharpen technique, and grow with confidence.

Malik DeJean

Coach
Malik brings over a decade of Muay Thai experience to Jaguar Muay Thai Academy. As a competitor, referee, and judge with four Muay Thai championship titles, he combines high fight IQ with a detail oriented coaching style that helps students sharpen technique, strategy, and ring awareness.

John Cabales

Coach
John has over a decade of Muay Thai experience, including competition and judging. Known for his cool, calm, and collected approach, he helps students build confidence and improve with steady, technical instruction.

Adalina Elizondo

Assistant Coach
Adalina is a competitor, referee, and judge with two Muay Thai championship titles. Her patient and caring coaching style creates a supportive environment while helping students develop strong fundamentals and confidence in their training.

David Tomassi

Assistant Coach
David has competed in several Muay Thai competitions and brings a friendly attitude and strong work ethic to the team. He helps create a positive training environment while continuing to excel as both a coach and competitor.

Taylor Cordosi

Assistant Coach
Taylor is a passionate competitor who has also trained in Thailand, bringing valuable experience and perspective to the gym. As one of Jaguar’s up and coming competitors, Taylor brings energy, dedication, and a genuine passion for the art of Muay Thai.

Jaguar Muay Thai Academy

4027 N Freeway Blvd Ste A,
Sacramento, CA 95834

(916) 256-8908
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Sunday Closed
Monday 5–7AM, 5–8PM
Tuesday 5–7AM, 5–8PM
Wednesday 5–8PM
Thursday 5–7AM, 5–8PM
Friday 5-7AM, 6-8PM
Saturday 9:30–11AM
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