Alexis Asher, also known as Kru Alexis, is the owner of Sitthichok Muay Thai Las Vegas and an accomplished professional fighter, coach, and trainer with decades of experience in movement and combat sports.
Originally from Austin, Texas, Alexis later moved to Brooklyn, New York, where she began her athletic journey in boxing and became a Golden Gloves Champion. She eventually discovered Muay Thai, falling deeply in love with both the sport and Thai culture, which shaped her path as a fighter and coach.
Alexis’s mission is to create a safe, supportive, and fun environment where athletes of all levels can learn, grow, and reach their potential under thoughtful guidance. She is a professional Muay Thai fighter, currently holding the Western Thailand 110 lb Championship and the WMO International 108 lb Championship.
With over 25 years of experience as a personal trainer and Pilates instructor, Kru Alexis offers a wide range of training options tailored to individual goals—whether for fitness, competition, rehabilitation, or overall well-being.
Thepnarin Thepracha, widely known in the Muay Thai world as Kru New, was born in Ubon Ratchathani, Thailand, and later pursued his studies in Geneva, Switzerland. He is a fully certified Muay Thai instructor under the Kru Muaythai Association, officially registered with the Office of the National Culture Commission, Ministry of Culture of Thailand, and the Muay Thai Institute of Rangsit, under Thailand’s Ministry of Culture and Sport.
Competing professionally under the name Laythongnoi L. Kiatnakrob, Kru New amassed a record of 177 professional fights (130–41–6). Through Muay Thai and Muay Boran, he has traveled to over 30 countries, sharing his experience as both a fighter and instructor while continuing to learn from ajarns worldwide.
Kru New has coached and collaborated with elite Muay Thai athletes, including Buakaw Banchamek, Singdam Kiatmookao, Yodsangklai Fairtex, Pornsanae Sitmonchai, Petchtanon Petchfocus, Kem Sitsongpeenong, Rungravee Sasiprapa Gym, Thepnimit Sitmonchai, Aikpracha Meenayothin, Youssef Boughanem, as well as Alexis Asher, Nakrarin Thepracha, Eddie Vendetta, Kevin Jolliet, and many more.
His experience also extends into MMA, working with high-level fighters from UFC, ONE Championship, Bellator, and PFL, including Merab Dvalishvili, Roman Dolidze, Khalil Rountree Jr., Patricky “Pitbull” Freire, Johnny Eduardo, Nikola Motta, Natan Levy, Denise Zamboanga, Olena Kolesnik, Zach Reese, Aleko Sanghliani, among others.
In addition to coaching, Kru New has appeared on major television broadcasts and live events, including UFC, RWS (Rajadamnern World Series), Super Champ, Rajadamnern Stadium, and Lumpinee Stadium. He continues to dedicate his career to preserving the art of Muay Thai while developing fighters at the highest international level.
Yodsing “Yod” Thepracha is a rising Muay Thai athlete and coach with an international background rooted deeply in the sport. He is the son of head coach Kru New and Alexis Asher, owner of Sitthichok Muay Thai Las Vegas.
Born in Bangkok, Thailand, Yod grew up in Geneva, Switzerland, before relocating to Las Vegas in 2021. At 15 years old, he began training in Muay Thai to build confidence and quickly developed a deep passion for the art and discipline of the sport.
In his first year of competition, Yod captured the USMTO Championship, establishing himself as a promising young fighter. In 2023, he continued his success in Thailand, earning both the Western Thailand Championship and the Bangla Championship.
Now 19 years old, Yod is preparing for his professional debut on January 31, 2026. Alongside his fighting career, he has been coaching for the past two years, sharing his knowledge and experience with the next generation of fighters.
Nakrarin “Nk” Thepracha is the second son of Kru New and Kru Alexis, owners of Sitthichok Muay Thai Las Vegas. Born in Bangkok, Thailand, and raised in Geneva, Switzerland, Nk was immersed in Muay Thai from an early age under the guidance of his father, Kru New.
Nk began training at just 6 years old in Switzerland before relocating to Las Vegas, USA in 2021. In 2022, he officially started training and competing out of Sitthichok Muay Thai Las Vegas, continuing his development as a high-level fighter.
His accomplishments include becoming the UMSTO Champion (140 lbs) in 2022, followed by winning the Western Thailand 63 kg Championship in 2023. In 2025, Nk captured the WMO International Muay Thai Welterweight Championship (147 lbs), marking a major milestone in his professional career.
Nk has competed at the legendary Rajadamnern Stadium in Bangkok, Thailand, including appearances in Rajadamnern Knockout, and is now preparing for his highly anticipated RWS (Rajadamnern World Series) debut.
Angelo Barretto, also known as “Sniper,” was born and raised in the Philippines, where he lived for 14 years before moving to Las Vegas in 2014. He originally began training Muay Thai as a way to lose weight and develop self-discipline, but quickly fell in love with the sport and its culture.
With over 5 years of training, Angelo remains an active competitor, continuously testing himself in the ring to gain deeper knowledge and real-fight experience. His dedication to competition allows him to grow not only as a fighter, but also as a coach.
Angelo’s mission is to give back to his students by sharing the lessons he’s learned through Muay Thai, helping others build confidence, discipline, and become the best version of themselves both inside and outside the gym.
Michael “Aquaman” Iglesias was born in San Francisco, California, and represents Sitthichok Muay Thai Las Vegas as an active fighter and coach. He has 6 years of Muay Thai experience, including 4 years training with Sitthichok Muay Thai.
Michael began his fitness journey in 2018 after a routine physical revealed serious health concerns related to obesity. Committed to changing his lifestyle, he turned to endurance training before discovering Muay Thai in 2020, where he found structure, discipline, and purpose through the sport.
He made his Muay Thai debut in 2022 at 145 lbs, marking a complete physical transformation. Along the way, Michael developed as both a striking coach and strength & conditioning coach, gaining three years of coaching experience at UFC Gym.
Currently, Michael is a coach and active fighter at Sitthichok Muay Thai Las Vegas, as well as a personal trainer specializing in kettlebell training and high-intensity circuit conditioning. His approach focuses on helping students build confidence, discipline, and sustainable strength through Muay Thai.
Hogan “Jin” Lee is an assistant coach at Sitthichok Muay Thai Las Vegas. Raised in Mississippi, he later discovered his passion for Muay Thai while living in Iowa. What began as curiosity quickly turned into deep dedication to the sport.
A self-proclaimed nerd, Hogan approached Muay Thai with intense focus, immersing himself in the technical and cultural aspects of the art. His enthusiasm and commitment have shaped his growth as both a practitioner and coach.
Hogan is dedicated to helping students progress on their individual Muay Thai journeys while fostering a supportive and welcoming training environment. He believes in building strong fundamentals, shared growth, and meaningful connections through the sport.