Muay Thai competitors of all ages brought their energy and skill to Ventura’s first ‘Eat Sleep Teep’ event.
On October 20, 2024, the first-ever Muay Thai event in Ventura made its mark in the Tuttle Gym at Ventura High School. The event, hosted by EatSleepTeep.com, featured 40 exciting semi-contact Muay Thai matches, drawing competitors from across California and as far away as New Mexico.
The term “teep,” a defining front kick in Muay Thai. The event was created by Jonathan Puu, founder of Pu’u Muay Thai Academy in Ventura and Ryan and Carol Ughoc, owners of Pu’u Muay Thai Santa Barbara. The event welcomed over 500+ attendees throughout the day, establishing itself as a family-friendly celebration of martial arts.
Spencer Noren of Ventura Forward was the event’s MC, bringing high energy and local flavor to the day’s activities. Attendees also enjoyed a lively presentation of Thai and local Ventura culture, bringing a unique fusion of community spirit and martial arts tradition. Pizza Man Dan’s even brought their food truck for a curbside pizza experience during intermission, adding to the vibrant atmosphere.
“This was more than just a competition—it was a celebration of Muay Thai and community,” said Jonathan Puu. “We’re incredibly proud to bring the first Muay Thai event to Ventura, and we look forward to growing the sport not only here but throughout the Gold Coast and beyond.”
Competitors and attendees can look forward to future events with the Eat Sleep Teep series, as the promoters—Jonathan, Ryan, and Carol—plan to continue promoting the sport in the region. The event garnered major sponsorships from local and national brands, including Gold Coast Toyota, 22 Tigers Barbershop, The U.S. Army and Kingdom Supply Co.
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