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King Tiger Muay Thai
4.8 ★★★★★ 26 Google reviews · Muay thai gym in San Diego, California
Authentic Thai — reviews and the gym's own info point to coaching rooted in Thailand's muay thai tradition. If lineage matters to you, ask where the coaches trained and about their kru.
Plan your first class
- Free trial or intro class most gyms welcome new members with a free trial or intro class — check their site or give them a call to book your first session
- 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 — built around discipline, focus, and confidence
- Private lessons private, one-on-one coaching available — a focused way to start or to work around a busy schedule; ask about availability and rates
- Fitness & conditioning muay thai fitness and cardio classes — a serious workout you can do without ever having to spar
- Fight team a competition team for members who want to test themselves as amateur fighters
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule kaimuayrachaseua.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone +1 619-496-5950
Hours
| Monday | 5–9 pm |
| Tuesday | 5–9 pm |
| Wednesday | 5–9 pm |
| Thursday | 5–9 pm |
| Friday | 5–9 pm |
| Saturday | 10 am–12 pm |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“Great for people of all levels, weather your just looking to get in shape & learn self defense or looking to go professional.”
“The class sizes are getting larger though, so I do recommend booking a private session early on to correct your basics if you want to advance properly.”
“Great for people of all levels, weather your just looking to get in shape & learn self defense or looking to go professional.”
“The Kru (instructor) is both a former pro Muay Thai fighter and an experienced teacher, so he knows what works in a fight and how to help students at every level of experience.”
“Great for people of all levels, weather your just looking to get in shape & learn self defense or looking to go professional.”
Other martial arts here
“This is a true boxing/fighting gym that I highly recommend!”
What members say
“not only do u get an authentic muay thai experience but a fantastic sense of community :))”
“Great for people of all levels, weather your just looking to get in shape & learn self defense or looking to go professional.”
“Everyone is very welcoming and the atmosphere is positive and friendly.”
“The Kru (instructor) is both a former pro Muay Thai fighter and an experienced teacher, so he knows what works in a fight and how to help students at every level of experience.”
“But in only one or two classes you will understand why this is an amazing workout, sport and discipline.”
“The Kru (instructor) is both a former pro Muay Thai fighter and an experienced teacher, so he knows what works in a fight and how to help students at every level of experience.”
From the reviews
Excellent teaching and a great community. The Kru (instructor) is both a former pro Muay Thai fighter and an experienced teacher, so he knows what works in a fight and how to help students at every level of experience.
King Tiger Muay Thai is a unique traditional Muay thai school taught by none other than Kru Abel. Very family oriented & down to earth. Great for people of all levels, weather your just looking to get in shape & learn self defense or looking to go professional.
There is not a better Muay Thai gym in SD. I have been to a handful of gyms all over the county and this place has a great vibe. The people are cool and the coaches are awesome. I would recommend this gym to everyone.
The only real muay thai gym in San Diego. The kru is a real Thai-stadium champion and the vibe of the gym matches that. Stop reading this review and go take a trial class.
New to muay thai? Start at King Tiger Muay Thai
King Tiger Muay Thai 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 King Tiger Muay Thai
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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