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AKA (American Kickboxing Academy) - Muay Thai, Taekwondo, Jiu-Jitsu, MMA & Boxing
5 ★★★★★ 27 Google reviews · Muay thai gym in Chula Vista, California
Plan your first class
- Beginner-friendly all levels welcome, including total beginners — you don't need to be fit or have any experience to start
- Kids & youth classes kids and youth muay thai classes (ages 4–65) — built around discipline, focus, and confidence
- Sparring & clinch sparring and clinch sessions for members ready for controlled contact — always optional and coach-supervised
- Fight team a competition team for members who want to test themselves as amateur fighters
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule aka-sandiego.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone +1 619-997-4335
Hours
| Monday | 3–9 pm |
| Tuesday | 3–9 pm |
| Wednesday | 3–9 pm |
| Thursday | 3–9 pm |
| Friday | 3–9 pm |
| Saturday | 9 am–12 pm |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“I had a good experience starting off as they are very beginner friendly.”
“If you are looking for a great and safe place for your kids (and yourself) to learn Martial Arts, please check out Blue Dragon Martial Arts school.”
“We have three sons and one has already completed his black belt and BDMA contributed a lot to him being an excellent student and athlete in high school and college.”
“Because this is an MMA dojo, kids have the opportunity to learn various martial arts including Taekwondo, Jujitsu, sparring, etc.”
“Another bonus is that Master Tony gives kids the opportunity to participate in tournaments by joining the Demo/Competition Team.”
Other martial arts here
“They not only teach Takewondo, Muay Thai, Boxing, Jiu Jitsu, Kung fu (to name a few) but they also teach SELF-CONFIDENCE, SELF-ESTEEM, DISCIPLINE, FOCUS, RESPECT, and SELF-CONTROL.”
“They not only teach Takewondo, Muay Thai, Boxing, Jiu Jitsu, Kung fu (to name a few) but they also teach SELF-CONFIDENCE, SELF-ESTEEM, DISCIPLINE, FOCUS, RESPECT, and SELF-CONTROL.”
“The programs not only has helped my son develop his MMA skill level but more import to me is his mental and maturity level.”
“Ok where do I start, over 4 years ago my son was 8 years old and decided to quite football and wanted to try the sport of Karate.”
What members say
“Sensei Michael and Chez are great world class instructors who take the time to ensure the kids are learning and are challenged every class.”
“I had a good experience starting off as they are very beginner friendly.”
“They are very kind and explain each technique so well that it is easy to understand.”
“I would recommend this dojo if you are looking to teach your child self discipline and respect.”
“Because this is an MMA dojo, kids have the opportunity to learn various martial arts including Taekwondo, Jujitsu, sparring, etc.”
“However, it does takes commitment from me and my son to participate, but well worth it.”
From the reviews
I am 77 years old and have 10 years of experience in Shotokan Karate and took my Black Belt when I was 50. After a 27 year absence from training I joined the Blue Dragon class as a way of toning old muscles and as an aid to weight control, but what I found was totally different.
We have been with BDMA for over 3 years and I can not say enough nice things about them. Master Tony and the other instructors are amazing with the kids at every level of training both in Taekwondo and Jujitsu. The instructors are firm, but patient and make sure that each student feels successful during every class.
Our son started at Blue Dragon MMA when he was 6 and has been there for nearly 2 years now. We were hesitant at first to sign him up because he can be very shy and sensitive and he's not aggressive at all. However, Master Tony and his instructors are very good with the kids and made him feel comfortable.
My son has been studying at Blue Dragon since he was 4 years old and he's not going on 10 years old. He is a Red /black stripe belt and he is now getting ready to test for his junior Black belt . He loves every min ! Sensei Daniel is an awesome instructor, very patient and throughout with all the students.
New to muay thai? Start at AKA (American Kickboxing Academy) - Muay Thai, Taekwondo, Jiu-Jitsu, MMA & Boxing
AKA (American Kickboxing Academy) - Muay Thai, Taekwondo, Jiu-Jitsu, MMA & Boxing comes up as a beginner-friendly gym — noted on their own site. If you've never thrown a punch or a kick, that's exactly who a good beginners program is for. A few things worth knowing before your first week. First, you don't need to be fit to start — you get in shape by training, not before it, and coaches scale the conditioning to you. Second, you won't be thrown into sparring — reputable gyms build fundamentals (stance, footwork, and the basic strikes of the "art of eight limbs") for weeks before any contact, and sparring stays optional. Third, all levels really are welcome — ask about a dedicated beginners or fundamentals class time so your first session is alongside others who are also starting out. Most gyms are happy to let you watch or try a class first, so reach out before you commit.
Your first muay thai class at AKA (American Kickboxing Academy) - Muay Thai, Taekwondo, Jiu-Jitsu, MMA & Boxing
Nervous about walking into a muay thai gym for the first time? Almost everyone is, and good coaches expect beginners to come through the door. Here's what to know. What to expect: a typical first class is a warm-up, then drilling the basics on pads and bags — not fighting. Rest whenever you need to; no one will bat an eye. What to wear: shorts or athletic wear and a t-shirt; you'll train barefoot on the mats. What to bring: water and hand wraps if you have them — many gyms lend gloves for a first class, so it's worth asking when you call. As you keep training you'll add your own gloves, wraps, a mouthguard, and shin guards. Sparring is optional and comes later, once your fundamentals are solid. Arrive 10–15 minutes early to sign a waiver and meet the coach. It gets easier fast — most people feel far more at home by their third class.
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