Kingdom Muay Thai to Open New Albuquerque Facility
The gym is set to launch its new training center on November 2, expanding elite MMA options in the city.
Updated on Oct. 28, 2026 in Mixed Martial Arts
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Kingdom Muay Thai will officially open its new training facility in Albuquerque on November 2, 2026. The center features an elite MMA program led by prominent UFC veterans.
Why it matters
This expansion provides local athletes with high-level training opportunities previously unavailable outside of specialized circuits. It marks a significant growth milestone for the organization that began in a garage during the pandemic.
Seven Kingdom athletes are confirmed for a U.S. fight card on November 14, following the gym's six-year development period from a garage start-up. The facility is located at 4471 Irving Blvd. NW.
The players
Carlos Condit
He is a professional mixed martial artist and UFC veteran who serves as a head coach for the new program.
Lando Vannata
He is a professional mixed martial artist and UFC veteran who joins the coaching staff to lead the new MMA program.
Kingdom Muay Thai
This training organization grew from a small garage operation during the COVID-19 pandemic to a professional facility.
The details
The facility offers training sessions tailored to various experience levels while focusing on a coaching philosophy that blends traditional discipline with modern MMA creativity. Leading the program are coaches Carlos Condit and Lando Vannata, who bring extensive professional experience to the new location.
Timeline
October 31, 2026: Open Spar-B-Q event held at the new facility.
November 2, 2026: Official facility opening.
November 14, 2026: Seven athletes compete on a U.S. fight card.
Season Trajectory
The gym follows a pattern of businesses that emerged from home-based operations during the COVID-19 pandemic. By formalizing its elite program, the organization shifts from a grassroots operation to a competitive anchor for regional fighters.
Local fighters gain access to professional-grade instruction from UFC veterans at the new Irving Blvd location. The gym will host an Open Spar-B-Q on October 31 ahead of the official opening.
The takeaway
The transformation of a small garage project into an elite facility highlights the growing professionalization of local training centers. Aspiring fighters in the area can now utilize standardized coaching methodologies designed by experienced professionals.
What happens next
Seven Kingdom athletes are scheduled to compete on a U.S. fight card on November 14, 2026.
Further reading
Find more updates on the local fight scene in the Albuquerque Mixed Martial Arts section.
More information
For details on class schedules and registration, visit Kingdom Muay Thai.
Source note: This article includes information reported by KRQE 13.
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