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Pacific Training Center Boxing Muay Thai & Fitness
4.7 ★★★★★ 42 Google reviews · Muay thai gym in La Jolla, California
Spacious spot for training, kickboxing and Muay Thai with friendly staff.
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
- 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 pacifictrainingcenter.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone (858) 330-2524
Hours
| Monday | 10 AM–8 PM |
| Tuesday | 10 AM–8 PM |
| Wednesday | 10 AM–8 PM |
| Thursday | 10 AM–8 PM |
| Friday | 10 AM–8 PM |
| Saturday | 9 AM–12 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“All the members are friendly and respectful and there's a good mix of beginner to advanced class attendees.”
“Just an outstanding place for a loner teen or a social adult to find his niche.”
“Their class times work well with my schedule, and they also conduct 1-on-1 sessions for whoever wants personalized attention, speedier improvements, and/or different workout times.”
“I have never had such a great workout in such an awesome environment, everyone is welcoming and the atmosphere pushes you to work harder .”
“I’m grateful for all my coaches, classmates, sparring partners, & to call PTC my home gym!”
“Highly recommend for beginner to advanced level boxers and muay thai fighters.”
Other martial arts here
“I found this place on the web because my 14year old son wanted to start boxing and taking mauyTai, so I went up there to get some Information, and I came across Coach Ivy.”
What members say
“The classes are tough but fun, the members are welcoming and help you learn, and the coaches are top notch. Easily the best gym in town.”
“I have never had such a great workout in such an awesome environment, everyone is welcoming and the atmosphere pushes you to work harder .”
“I have never had such a great workout in such an awesome environment, everyone is welcoming and the atmosphere pushes you to work harder .”
“I found this place on the web because my 14year old son wanted to start boxing and taking mauyTai, so I went up there to get some Information, and I came across Coach Ivy.”
“I travel a ton and visit a lot of gyms, there was no chest puffing or showing out with the members which is common in a lot of gyms, nothing but sweat and hard work going on here.”
“All my questions were answered succinctly, there was music pumping, a class in session, & people were getting busy in the ring!”
From the reviews
This place is absolutely AWESOME! When I moved to SD I wanted to learn Muay Thai. Prior to moving, I found PTC while visiting and walked in to check it out. I was greeted both promptly and warmly.
I started going to Pacific Boxing Training a few months ago and it has been the best experience ever. I now bring my nanny with me and we are both addicted. The owners are extremely nice and outgoing. NO one intimidates you or makes you feel like you aren't welcome.
I’ve been going to Pacific Training Center for over a year now, and I can confidently say it’s been a game-changer for me. Every session is a dynamic and invigorating experience. What truly sets this gym apart, though, is the quality of instruction.
First off, I signed up for this class just three weeks ago—and I’ve already dropped 12 pounds! Honestly, it made me wonder why I never tried boxing before. I’m a retired basketball player, and while I’ve always enjoyed watching boxing, I never really considered doing it—probably because I didn’t fully understand the…
New to muay thai? Start at Pacific Training Center Boxing Muay Thai & Fitness
Pacific Training Center Boxing Muay Thai & Fitness 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 Pacific Training Center Boxing Muay Thai & Fitness
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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