Pure Fitness Martial Arts

Pure Fitness Martial Arts was established in 2016 with the goal of serving the community by offering safe and engaging martial arts and fitness classes.

Kru Brooke and Coach Bladez wanted to ensure kids and adults alike from whatever background could have a welcoming space to learn about Martial Arts, Fitness and their own personal health.

Pure Fitness Martial Arts’ goal is to teach our students how to achieve their fitness goals and to educate them about the practice of Martial Arts.

Our staff and coaches hope to create and environment were everyone can flourish and have fun.

Remember to, “Be kind, be courageous, and above all, be honorable.”

Meet the Team

  • KAYDEN HICKS

    GENERAL MANAGER & ASSISTANT COACH

    Specialties/Roles:

    • General Manager

    • Tigers Muay Thai (Ages 7-11)

    • Beginner Muay Thai for Adults

    • Private Lessons

    • Legendary Fight Promotion Fighter

    Since joining Pure Fitness in 2021, Coach Kayden Hicks has become a key figure in our school. At the front desk, she assists with enrollment, answers questions, and energizes students about their training. Known for her dedication and straightforward teaching style, Coach Kay helps students reach their goals efficiently and effectively, both in her classes and through private lessons.

  • ARIA NGUYEN

    MARKETING COORDINATOR

    Specialties/Roles:

    • Marketing Coordinator

    • Social Media Marketer

    • Community Outreach and Engagement

    • Legendary Fight Promotion Fighter and Board Member

    Aria Nguyen, a Western Washington University graduate with a degree in Journalism and Sociology, is an accomplished journalist featured in The Front, Klipsun, and the Salish Current. As a dedicated martial arts competitor and our Marketing Coordinator, Aria excels in connecting communities through martial arts and organizing local and national events, seminars, fairs, and fundraisers. Her expertise in social media and community outreach drives our engagement and amplifies our impact.

  • BETY OLSON

    ASSISTANT COACH

    Specialties/Roles:

    • Bilingual (Spanish/English)

    • Dragons Muay Thai (Ages 12+)

    • Bootcamp Coach

    • Private Lessons

    • Legendary Fight Promotion Fighter and Official

    Coach Bety Olson’s passion for teaching shines through in every class she leads. Her energetic and encouraging approach inspires students to push their limits and achieve their best. Known for her creative and engaging classes, Coach Bety balances her time between training for competitions, running our Spanish-speaking martial arts program for kids, and organizing exciting community and family events at Pure Fitness.

  • OTTO BEGUS

    ASSISTANT COACH

    Specialties/Roles:

    • Cubs Muay Thai (Ages 4-6)

    • Beginner Muay Thai for Adults

    • Private Lessons

    • Legendary Fight Promotion Fighter

    • Commentator

    With four years of martial arts experience in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, Tae Kwon Do, and Wrestling, Coach Otto Begus discovered his passion for Muay Thai in 2022. He’s dedicated to helping students grow both physically and mentally, offering engaging classes for young kids and supportive training for adults. His expertise as a fighter and commentator enhances his dynamic approach to coaching.

FAQs

  • No. We do all of our billing in house. We are people serving people, there is no need to hire a third party to work with our people. We shake your hand, training you and your children and deal with all billing in house and in person.

  • Yes we do. Balance is important in life and everyone needs someone they can talk to and relate.

  • Yes absolutely! All are welcome no matter the identity, gender, or choice. Martial Arts are for everyone!

  • Yes we do starting at age 4 and up. Our kids and teen classes used to only serve children 7 and up, however, we are starting a new program which would offer martial arts classes to younger children 4+.

  • No, ranks cannot be bought. Every "Prajet" or armband (traditional to Muay Thai) is earned and not bought. We are not bound to a larger organization that sets testing fees as a way to maintain the organization. Ranks are earned with sweat and determination not money.

  • Our bootcamp is like nothing you have ever experienced before. Our instructors are so enthusiastic and knowledgeable, no class is ever the same. We can modify any exercise to accommodate any injury, situation or fitness level. No one is lost or left behind. Shoulder surgery? Wheelchair bound? Knee/ foot surgery? Tired? Stressed? Young? Old? Special Needs? Anyone and we mean anyone can train at any time.

  • PFMA is a martial arts school. We want you to be at your highest self and best health. Through Muay Thai, fitness, or personal training. We teach traditional martial arts in a very modern way. Our youngest client is 6 years old and our oldest active student is 84. We have a class for you! We have both Muay Thaiboxing equipment, and weights to help you get where you need to go.

  • You might think you need to get in shape, BEFORE you get in shape but that is not true. If you can barely walk.....then barley walk in here and lets get started.

  • Yes you can. It is not recommended, but possible. If you have any hesitation about joining a fitness class, book a one on one session with one of our instructors and they will teach you any and everything you need to know before stepping into class. You will confident and competent.

  • Muay Thai kickboxing is known as the 8 limbed art. Muay Thai is a contact class where one can learn self defense and earn the rank of black belt. Bootcamp is a non-contact class designed to whip you into shape super fast and last!

  • Absolutely!!! Our instructors can work with any one. Both coaches have years of experience working with elderly, people with disabilities, at-risk youth, recovering addicts, injured or surgery recovering people, dietary restrictions, tight schedules, or down right shy people. One-on-one sessions are available to fit your schedule.

  • No! Sparring is part of our Muay Thai/Boxing program for those people who are looking to learn self defense and make their way to black belt. If you want to learn the Muay Thai/Boxing techniques but don't want to worry about rank, that is totally ok. If you are working with abuse issues, injury or just plain nervous. You do not have to spar. Also, our bootcamp is a non-contact option that still utilizes punches and kicks, just on bags and not people.

  • Yes we do have a fight team. We travel all over to compete. Fight team training is 6 days a week 2x a day not including outside weight training, running, food prepping etc. Check out our "classes" page for more information.

  • Yes we do. We are currently working with local governments and agencies to help service folks in financial need. Check back often to see more agencies that we work with.